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Collecting art - for love or money? - 03 Feb 2010
Collecting art for some is
not solely a desire to own beautiful pieces of art work. For many, buying art
is a form of investment. But what makes a good
investment, and what determines the market value of an object d’art that is
intrinsically sought after for its aesthetic appeal? This, and what is happening
in the New Zealand art market, is the subject of Art+Investment, a presentation by art collector and auctioneer, Ben
Plumbly, at Tauranga Art Gallery, 6pm Wednesday 10 February. Plumbly, founder and
director of ART+OBJECT art auctioneers, works with clients to help them build
and manage their collections, particularly in the fields of Contemporary and
Modern art and photography. “Buying and collecting art
is one of the most rewarding and enriching investments you can make,” says
Plumbly, who himself collects works by young and mid-career photographers and
artists such as Gavin Hipkins, Yvonne Todd, Laurence Aberhart and Michael
Parekowhai. “Art is to be loved and
enjoyed. But whether or not people choose to collect art for financial gain, or
purely for a love of art, is something I hope to address during the evening’s
presentation.” Plumbly is also the New
Zealand contributor for the Australian Art Market Report, covering aspects of
collecting and the New Zealand art market. Admission to Art+Investment is by gold coin donation, and bookings are essential
on 578 7933.
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