These days, the words affordable art seem like a contradiction in terms. Walk into just about any art gallery anywhere and look at the prices - the last word that comes to your mind is affordable. Affordable art does exist however, and there is much more of it out there than most people realize. By researching and selecting art the way professional art dealers and experienced collectors do, you can build a quality collection regardless of your budget.
Art for All: How to Buy Fine Art for Under $300 shows the average collector of modest income how to buy all types of art, some for as little as $5! Whether you prefer commercial art, decorative art, etchings, lithographs, posters, or prints, this informative guide teaches you how to
Locate, recognize and buy affordable art
Buy from established galleries, art organizations, and artists
Own affordable art by big-name artists
Invent you own collection
Three appendices provide valuable information general art trade publications, state and regional arts agencies and organizations, and commercial art sources.
Alan S. Bamberger takes the mystery out of collection art. His articles and syndicated column Art Talk appear in dozens of antiques and collectibles trade publication nationwide.
