Wednesday, January 31, 2018

Why Dealers Are Better Judges Of Authenticity Than Academics

"Many of the paintings I decline are accompanied by 'certificates of expertise', signed by certain academics who, unlike myself as a seller, are not financially liable. When I have crossed swords with such figures over the years, they have frequently been amazed that I would quibble with their learned opinions. Perhaps they would like to explain to buyers who have bought paintings with their certificates why these have been rejected for resale and not accepted for any major museum show?"



Article source here:Arts Journal

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