It is crucial to do your research first when investing in art. Read about the artist’s life and his body of work. Gather as much information as possible to put the artwork into context. For instance, did the artist win any important awards? Is his work collected by major museums around the world? Which collectors own his works? Are the prices of the artist’s works rising? The more information you can find, the more it can give you an indication of the long-term increase in value.
Invest in Unique Pieces.
When you are looking for an affordable piece of art, prints and photos are a great choice. But if you are looking for an investment, you should buy original pieces. A reproducible work is not going to increase in price, because it is rarity that gives the work value. When buying an original work, make sure the signature of the artist is present or that it comes with a certificate of authenticity.
Don't Get Caught Up in the Hypes.
When it comes to art, hypes come and go. Don’t get caught up in them. The best artists are usually not involved in hypes. It takes time to build up a career as an artist, and the best artists take their time. Remember Vincent van Gogh? He was not even recognised in his own time. Artwork involved in trends might seem like a good investment, but it's unlikely they will become timeless masterpieces.
Classical Art Versus Contemporary Art.
Investing in classical art can be a safer option; prices are more stable and grow steadily. Investing in contemporary art can be more risky, but can also bring much greater profits. Not all contemporary artworks will turn out to be a good investment, but some will definitely gain a lot of value.
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Thoughts & Analysis.
Art Research should include becoming artist, studying Art, it's Culture & History, as well as observing what's happening in the World, not only Art's World.
Serious Art Investors should not neglect contemporary Artists, but should avoid risky & contained markets as for example: 'Magic: the Gathering' game.
While it's Art is not so bad, one cannot earn too much, as investments are difficult on larger scale, and the publisher: Wizards of the Coast Company - has too great say on what can be worthwhile and what won't. Investors depend too much on publishing plans of that company, and it's whims.
It's lossy investment & too much of the chore, in my opinion.
i think it's similar with computer games, but occasionally jewelry pieces, figurines, albums or other limited physical pieces are added to the collector's editions of the games.
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-=- a Witcher Medallion, -=-
-=- ... from a Computer Game - 'Witcher III: Wild Hunt' by CD Projekt RED. -=-
-=- ... perhaps can still be bought. -=-
-=- 'Legend of the Five Rings' Roleplaying Game. -=-
-=- Collector's Hardcover edition, in a polish language. -=-
-=- 2nd edition, supplemented. -=-
-=- Copyright 2000, 2003. -=-
-=- Hardly ever available on market, limited print. -=-
-=- a Fragile Art Piece, pages easily torn away. -=-
-=- '... fleeting as scorpion's words - one has to be very careful'. -=-
-=- Click for critic, if You wish. -=-
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