Art in Focus Series 2 | Ep 1: The business of art
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Art in Focus Series 2 | Ep 1: The business of art

34:09 Jan 4, 2026
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Listen to Frank Kilbourn of Strauss & Co. and Ashleigh McLean of Whatiftheworld Gallery on how galleries and auction houses navigate market cycles, build sustainable artist careers, and assign value in a constantly shifting art ecosystem. They also share invaluable insider-insights on upcoming artists to watch. Key moments: 00:00 Introduction 01:19 Guests' personal journeys into the art world 05:48 Understanding the Primary and Secondary art markets 08:09 Market dynamics and pricing strategies 17:44 Building and sustaining an artist’s career 23:26 Current market trends and shifts 30:49 Dream art acquisitions Landing page to explore all of Art in Focus podcast series · Investec Focus Radio SA
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