Artist Quote by Georg Baselitz
“I've painted, but I've also done graphics since as long as I can remember. So even people with little to spend could afford it. But even the graphic works are only bought by those who buy the big, expensive paintings. I think that's troublesome.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art Magazine, 1995
The speaker notes a disparity where affordable graphic works are purchased only by those who also buy expensive paintings, highlighting a market imbalance.
In simple terms: Cheap graphics are bought only by rich art buyers.
Key Takeaway
Address market inequality in art sales.
Themes
art market
pricing
accessibility
consumer behavior
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
analytical
commentary
When to use this quote
- gallery pricing
- online sales
- artist pricing strategies
- collector education
Key Concepts
economic disparity
art valuation
consumer psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can artists make graphic work appealing to broader audiences?
- What pricing models could level the field?
A Different Perspective
The issue may stem from perceived prestige rather than actual value.
