Looks at the development of the global market for works of art and focuses on the value of art as a financial investment, explaining the features of the market and breaking down some of the myths about the art economy. This book guides art collectors and investors towards new and existing art markets.

However, despite this interest, there is no one book that marries the world of finance and art into an understandable guide that appeals to both aspiring art collectors and investors as well as providing an invaluable resource for those already in the art trade. "The Art Economy" will fill that void and provide a title that has both international and long-term appeal.