We need to talk about January 26
In light of the failed October 2023 referendum to establish an Indigenous Voice to Parliament, many are now asking “Where to from here?”. There has been a growing discussion for a number of years to change the date of Australia Day from 26 January to a neutral date so that Indigenous Australians can feel included […]
How to become a “best practice” art collector / Part 2
This second part of how to collect like a pro looks at the collections management side of building and caring for your collection. Heads up: don’t leave acting on these points until after you’ve bought the work, otherwise it might be too late! Check the provenance & condition report Provenance is where even seasoned collectors […]
How to become a “best practice” art collector / Part 1
As you look around your home, you realise that you’ve started to amass a number of artworks. You also spend hours each week reading about exhibitions, artists, fairs and searching for work on various online platforms. It’s time to admit you’ve been bitten by the art bug. The good news is that you’ll be infected […]
Understanding provenance & authenticity in the Australian Indigenous contemporary art market
by KAREN ZADRA The provenance of an art object has a significant impact on its value, and even its saleability. It necessarily encompasses two aspects: the authenticity of authorship; and the proof of ownership through an object’s history. Provenance may also include a history of exhibitions and auctions (including those where the object was ‘bought […]