Entering the art market can be both exciting and overwhelming. This seminar is designed to provide new collectors with a clear and practical understanding of how the art market functions, and how to navigate it with confidence.
The session will cover:
- How the art market works and who the key players are
- How to research artists and acquire artworks
- Practical considerations at the moment of purchase (logistics, insurance, taxes)
- How to follow and support an artist's career over time
- How and when artworks can be resold
- How to think long-term about an art collection, including legacy and transmission
This seminar is intended for collectors who wish to build a meaningful, well-structured, and informed art collection, combining passion, cultural engagement, and strategic thinking.
Arielle de Bartha-Dubois is a Swiss Attorney-at-Law and UAE-licensed legal consultant specialized in art collections. Based between Geneva and Dubai, she advises collectors and art collections, combining legal expertise with a deep understanding of the art market. Her practice bridges art, law, and long-term strategy, guiding collectors from their first acquisitions to legacy planning.