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Lessons from the Past: 3 Young Artists With A Passion for History

Lessons from the Past: 3 Young Artists With A Passion for History

My Research into Quality in Art Continues

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Emily Van Driessen
Jul 14, 2024
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My journey to understand the concept of 'quality' in art began when I wrote this article in January 2024, which has become one of my most popular newsletters to date.

The Boundaries of Art

The Boundaries of Art

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How do you even begin to define and explain such a subjective concept? It’s challenging. And no, unfortunately, I don’t have all the answers yet. But I have shared some of my insights with my paying readers already, because recognizing quality art is crucial when you start buying art!

FYI: If you become a paying reader, you still get access to the previous paid newsletters.

Is the art market of the 17th Century very different from today?

Over the past 72 hours, I devoured this book:

A period with very different paintings from what is created now, however I was amazed to learn how commercial the art market was even back then! It was véry commercial, in fact, even so that it’s hard to believe such practices would still exist at the top levels of today’s art market. Or do they? ;)

Young artists with a passion for history

For my paying readers:

  • I share insights into the art market of the past, connecting it to the present

  • I spotlight three exciting young artists on my radar (starting prices around €1.5K). Each of these artists creates high-quality art in the young art market, clearly demonstrating a fondness for historical themes.

So, scroll down and enjoy the exclusive content in this week & next week!

See you next week,

xx Emily

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