Buying modern art (or indeed any category of art) will require some very careful consideration beforehand. There are a number of questions to be asked on this point of buying art and I have set out here some pointers that I (as an Artist) think will be of interest, if not of value to you as a would-be purchaser.
Are you buying for yourself or, are you purchasing on behalf of somebody else, or is this to be a gift of art? Do you know if the proposed artwork will fit in with the decor of the interior? Will it blend in with the overall feel of the building and its surroundings?. Will the concept and colours harmonise or clash with the general ambiance of the room? Will the materials and/or frame used, lend themselves to the area in which the proposed work may reside?
Do you know if you, or the recipient will always like the drawing or painting? People sometimes buy an artwork on the spur of the moment and then find they do not know where to place it and then dislike it.
Where should you look for an original work? Today we are spoiled for choice as the internet has virtually brought the art world and the work of so many artists within our grasp at the click of a mouse. Galleries and exhibitions are still very popular venues for art buyers. Perhaps though you frequent a cafe or restaurant where local artists display their wares: or perhaps you could look on some of the internet selling sites?
And lastly, is the proposed purchase an original work of art or a copy. It is sometimes difficult to judge the provenance of a work. This is where you must ask and if it purports to be an original, request a written authentication by the artist.
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