Artist Quote by Stuart Pearson Wright
“A contemporary painting is worth what someone is prepared to pay for it and not a predetermined figure.”
About This Quote
Source Statement: Gallery Exhibition Catalog, 2015
Art prices are determined by buyer willingness, not fixed values.
In simple terms: Value is set by the buyer.
Understand market demand for art.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- auction houses
- gallery pricing
- artist negotiations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What influences a buyer’s willingness?
- How does scarcity affect price?
Market fluctuations can devalue work quickly.