Spring 2024 auctions: The worst financial performance of the century

6 October 2024
 According to a report published by two art market analysts, the spring 2024 auctions have had the worst financial performance of the current century. This season has seen a decline in prices and demand at auctions such as Christie’s, Sotheby’s, and Phillips. Analyses indicate that this downturn is a result of global economic factors and shifts in buyer preferences, which could impact the art market.

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Sahar Azad
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