Can commercial galleries thrive outside major market centres?
More contemporary galleries than ever are opening regional outposts, or moving out of London altogether
Does the art market need more regulation?
Recent art market commentary presents a new and unusual crisis: too much money
Beyond Cork Street: London’s art dealers and the press
Mark Hudson’s begrudging defence of Cork Street is a species of support London’s gallerists can do without
Flip Charts: Flipping art in contemporary auctions
Trophy works by hot young artists are frequently sold repeatedly in a short space of time. What does it mean for the art market?
Disputed Miró lots withdrawn from Christie’s sale
Christie’s withdrew 85 works by Joan Miró from its London auctions this week, in light of ongoing legal disputes in Portugal
Friezing Outside
Too many young dealers view Frieze as the gatekeeper to artistic fame and fortune, and are desperate to come in from the cold
Deserted Halls of Commerce
The proliferation of ‘mega spaces’ in London looks set to continue, and it leaves too many smaller galleries struggling to keep their footing
Is the art market unhealthy?
Some major art dealers are calling it quits, others have joined forces. Who’s saying what about the changing state of the industry?