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Book Synopsis: Art collecting can be time-consuming, complicated and confusing for the beginner......but it doesn't have to be. In this clear and easy-to-follow guide, learn the necessary knowledge and skills to begin building your own art collection. Art is the purest form of hope, dreams, and sentiments. A single image can reveal long-held secrets, spark the imagination, offer a sense of belonging and home.
Art conveys the words the artist often might not have been able to speak aloud. In, The Black Market: A guide to art collecting, Charles, a long-time art collector and art historian, introduces novice collectors and would-be collectors to the art world, its deep roots, its connections to our pasts, and its hopes for our future.
In the first part of the book, you'll discover the history of African American art and will find essays born in the decades between 1900 - 1990; fascinating lecture reviews on books and exhibition catalogs that invite art enthusiasts to explore the culture, the storied lives, the simplicity, and the everyday struggles and triumphs of the African American experience.
The final sections of the book offer insights and tips about the business side of becoming an art collector. You'll find an overview of storage, collection management, a glossary of terms, and the all-important guide to insurance for your collection and interviews featuring prominent art advisors and collectors like Hill Harper and Keith Rivers.
If you ever wanted to become a collector, wanted to learn more about the African American art, or want to deepen your knowledge, The Black Market: A guide to art collecting is a fascinating, immersive, and essential guide to developing a meaningful and awe-inspiring collection.
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Art collecting can be time-consuming, complicated, and confusing for beginners. But fear not, because The Black Market: A guide to art collecting is here to simplify the process for you. In this clear and easy-to-follow guide, you'll gain the necessary knowledge and skills to start building your very own art collection. Unlock the purest form of hope, dreams, and sentiments through art. Each image has the power to reveal long-held secrets, ignite your imagination, and provide a sense of belonging and home. Let art convey the unspoken words of the artists and embark on a journey through the art world with Charles, a seasoned art collector and historian.
In the first part of The Black Market: A guide to art collecting, you'll discover the rich history of African American art. Dive into essays born between 1900 - 1990, which offer fascinating insights into the culture, the stories, the simplicity, and the everyday struggles and triumphs of the African American experience. These lecture reviews on books and exhibition catalogs will captivate art enthusiasts and deepen your appreciation for this unique art form.
The later sections of the book delve into the business side of becoming an art collector. Charles provides invaluable insights and tips on storage, collection management, and a glossary of essential terms. And let's not forget the all-important guide to insuring your precious collection. You'll also have the privilege of reading interviews featuring prominent art advisors and collectors like Hill Harper and Keith Rivers, who share their expertise and offer invaluable advice.
If you've ever dreamt of becoming an art collector, learning more about African American art, or simply expanding your knowledge, The Black Market: A guide to art collecting is the fascinating, immersive, and essential companion you need. Start your journey to developing a meaningful and awe-inspiring collection today.
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