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Discovering Art: A User's Guide to the World of Collecting |
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Without question, collecting modern art is an intimidating prospect, especially for the novice. This sensible and informative book is the essential guide for anyone who loves art and would like to approach the business of collecting, but who lacks the first-hand experience necessary to begin. The author, a private dealer of 20th-century art for the past 30 years, covers both figurative and abstract modern art movements, from Impressionism to Social Realism. She discusses provenance, authenticity, and fakes, as well as how to care for and frame your new purchases. She provides information on practical issues such as investment and appraisal; she also details the differences between the European and American markets--debunking many myths of the art world in the process. She explores the workings of commercial galleries, private dealers, and auction houses all to help the beginning collector get his or her feet wet.
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