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Title: Charles Moore’s Latest Book Release "Art and Economics: A Short History of Art Collecting" Takes Us on a Journey through the Art World.

United States, 9th May 2024, King NewsWire - Author and curator Charles Moore unveils his latest work, "Art and Economics: A Short History of Art Collecting," this Spring. In an exploration of the intricate relationship between art, wealth, and society, Moore deploys his meticulous research and insightful analysis, inviting readers on a journey through art history and into the world of art collecting, looking at significant events and figures from collecting’s origins in the leisure class to its contemporary manifestations in global art markets.Fascinated by art and the functioning of the art world, Moore brings more than his academic credentials to this text. He builds upon his wealth of practical and hands-on experience working directly with artists, institutions, and markets in his writing. Having curated exhibitions at institutions around the globe, his unique perspective as both a scholar and a practitioner offers readers a unique investigation of the inner workings of the art world and prepares individuals for the world of collecting.To do so, Moore delves into the evolution of art collecting, tracing its roots back to the dawn of consumerism and the rise of the leisure class. From the opulent displays of wealth in the Renaissance to the conspicuous consumption of the Gilded Age, Moore examines how art has served as both a status symbol and a reflection of societal values throughout history.From history, he takes a closer look at how these past practices intersect with our modern understandings of the human condition. The book delves into the motivations behind art collecting, shedding light on the role of collectors as arbiters of taste and custodians of cultural heritage. He pays particularly close attention to 19th century American economist and socio...

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