How to Get Good at Buying Art
Here’s what you need to know to start your own collection.
By Kaitlin Peterson Hudson Christie
Four years ago, one lucky homeowner discovered a bona fide Jackson Pollock in their garage. Too bad we can’t all be so lucky. But even if you re not banking on stumbling across a valuable masterpiece, there are some more tried-and-true ways to build your own collection. Here’s what you need to know to get started.
Know What You’re Buying
Art is a broad category, encompassing everything from portraits to performances. But for people decorating their homes, most collecting will center around paintings, drawings, and prints the stuff you can frame and put on a wall. These pieces generally fall into one of three categories: original works, limited edition prints, and open edition prints.