THE HISTORY OF THE ART MARKET
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How did art go from being a religious or political expression to becoming a commodity with a price? In this video, we explore the history of the art market from ancient Greece and Rome, through medieval and Renaissance patronage, to the rise of galleries, academies, and collectors in the 19th century.
You'll see how the relationships between artists, power, money, and prestige changed, and how the modern idea of art as a commodity was constructed. This historical and critical journey will help you understand why art is worth what it is today, who decides its price, and what forces have shaped this system over the centuries.