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Book Synopsis: In early 2005, Richard Polsky decided to put his much-loved, hard-won Warhol Fright Wig, up for auction at Christie's. The market for contemporary art was robust and he was hoping to turn a profit. His instinct seemed to be on target: his picture sold for $375,000. But if only Polsky had waited . . . Over the next two years, prices soared to unimaginable heights with multimillion-dollar deals that became the norm and not the exception. Buyers and sellers were baffled, art dealers were bypassed for auction houses, and benchmark prices proved that trees really do grow to the sky. Had the market lost all reason?In I Sold Andy Warhol (Too Soon), Polsky leads the way through this explosive, short-lived period when the "art world" became the "art market." He delves into the behind-the-scenes politics of auctions, the shift in power away from galleries, and the search for affordable art in a rich man's playing field. Unlike most in the art world, Polsky is not afraid to tell it like it is as he negotiates deals for clients in New York, London, and San Francisco and seeks out a replacement for his lost Fright Wig in a market that has galloped beyond his means. A compelling backdoor tell-all about the strange and fickle world of art collecting, I Sold Andy Warhol (Too Soon) takes an unvarnished look at how the industry shifted from art appreciation to monetary appreciation.
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If you're a fan of art and the thrilling world of art auctions, then "I Sold Andy Warhol (Too Soon): A Memoir" is a must-read for you. Written by Richard Polsky, this gripping memoir takes you on a captivating journey through the booming contemporary art market of the early 2000s.
Picture this: Richard Polsky, an art enthusiast, decides to part ways with his cherished Warhol Fright Wig and puts it up for auction at Christie's. With hopes of making a profit, he sells the piece for an impressive $375,000. But little did he know what was about to happen. If only he had waited...
In the next two years, art prices skyrocketed to astronomical heights, leaving everyone in awe. Multimillion-dollar deals became the norm, auction houses gained more power, and galleries were left bewildered. "I Sold Andy Warhol (Too Soon)" pulls back the curtain on this unprecedented period when the art world transformed into a frenzied marketplace.
What sets this memoir apart is Polsky's no-holds-barred approach. He fearlessly exposes the behind-the-scenes politics of auctions, the changing dynamics within the art industry, and the relentless pursuit of affordable art in a world that caters to the wealthy. Join Polsky as he navigates the art scenes of New York, London, and San Francisco, all while searching for a replacement for his beloved Fright Wig.
If you've ever wondered how art transformed from being appreciated for its beauty to being valued solely for its monetary worth, "I Sold Andy Warhol (Too Soon)" will provide all the answers. Polsky's firsthand experiences and insightful revelations make this memoir an eye-opening exploration of the art market's transformation.
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