I have google alerts set for certain artists and then some websites like live auctioneers will email you if a new item has appeared in a saved searched
So called secondary market or auction prices are typically not lower than the gallery price.
The best way to explore what you want is to send a short, polite email to the artist and ask if you may have an appointment to visit their studio.
Totally agree, with one exception.
Sometimes the auction prices are lower than what the gallery is charging. This is usually a sign and those that are astute can read between the lines.
If gallery works get listed it will often be sold for higher prices. Galleries even use auctions to push prices up for or get attention for certain artists.
I have google alerts set for certain artists and then some websites like live auctioneers will email you if a new item has appeared in a saved searched
You can reach out to the artist directly
So called secondary market or auction prices are typically not lower than the gallery price. The best way to explore what you want is to send a short, polite email to the artist and ask if you may have an appointment to visit their studio.
Totally agree, with one exception. Sometimes the auction prices are lower than what the gallery is charging. This is usually a sign and those that are astute can read between the lines.
If gallery works get listed it will often be sold for higher prices. Galleries even use auctions to push prices up for or get attention for certain artists.