{"id":20501,"date":"2026-05-04T16:35:25","date_gmt":"2026-05-04T14:35:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.galerie-obrist.de\/?page_id=20501"},"modified":"2026-06-05T23:13:41","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T21:13:41","slug":"kunst-kaufen-ein-guide","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.galerie-obrist.de\/en\/shop\/kunst-kaufen-ein-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"To buy art &#8211; a guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-query is-layout-flow wp-block-query-is-layout-flow\"><ul style=\"border-width:1px;margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small);margin-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small);margin-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small)\" class=\"has-link-color columns-3 wp-elements-f971377eaa6f55efe8d10d278f974d29 wp-block-post-template has-text-color has-primary-color has-background has-background-background-color is-layout-grid wp-container-core-post-template-is-layout-d8183f86 wp-block-post-template-is-layout-grid\"><li class=\"wp-block-post post-21153 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-zwischen-atelier-und-markt-einblicke-in-kunst-kuenstler-und-den-kunstmarkt tag-galerie-aufgaben tag-kunstgalerie-heute tag-rolle-der-galerie tag-zeitgenoessische-kunst-kaufen\">\n<h4 style=\"padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small)\" class=\"wp-block-post-title wp-elements-f971377eaa6f55efe8d10d278f974d29\">BETWEEN STUDIO AND MARKET (1) \u2014 What Does a Gallery Actually Do These Days?<\/h4>\n\n<div style=\"padding-top:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small);margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small);margin-left:0;margin-right:0\" class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt has-x-small-font-size\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">The Role of the Gallery in the Digital Art Market &#8211; Many people still imagine a gallery as a place where artworks hang on the&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galerie-obrist.de\/en\/zwischen-atelier-und-markt-1-was-macht-eine-galerie-heutzutage-eigentlich\/\">Read More<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-21185 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-zwischen-atelier-und-markt-einblicke-in-kunst-kuenstler-und-den-kunstmarkt tag-kuenstler-erfolg tag-kunstmarkt-verstehen tag-sichtbarkeit-kunstmarkt\">\n<h4 style=\"padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small)\" class=\"wp-block-post-title wp-elements-f971377eaa6f55efe8d10d278f974d29\">BETWEEN STUDIO AND MARKET (2) \u2013 Why Some Artists Become Famous<\/h4>\n\n<div style=\"padding-top:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small);margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small);margin-left:0;margin-right:0\" class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt has-x-small-font-size\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">\u2014 and others do not&#8230; When people discuss art, they frequently ask the same question: Why does one artist become famous, while others\u2014despite possessing great&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galerie-obrist.de\/en\/zwischen-atelier-und-markt-2-warum-manche-kuenstler-beruehmt-werden\/\">Read More<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-21248 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-zwischen-atelier-und-markt-einblicke-in-kunst-kuenstler-und-den-kunstmarkt tag-kunstpreis-erklaert\">\n<h4 style=\"padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small)\" class=\"wp-block-post-title wp-elements-f971377eaa6f55efe8d10d278f974d29\">BETWEEN STUDIO AND MARKET (3) \u2013 How is the price of an artwork determined?<\/h4>\n\n<div style=\"padding-top:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small);margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small);margin-left:0;margin-right:0\" class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt has-x-small-font-size\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">Many visitors wonder why one artwork costs a few hundred euros while other pieces command five-figure prices. The answer does not lie in the cost&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galerie-obrist.de\/en\/zwischen-atelier-und-markt-3-wie-entsteht-der-preis-eines-kunstwerkes\/\">Read More<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n\n<\/p>\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n\n<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Buying art isn&#8217;t just a matter of expertise \u2013 it&#8217;s primarily a matter of attentiveness. Anyone who begins to seriously engage with art quickly realizes: it&#8217;s not about buying &#8220;the right thing,&#8221; but about choosing consciously. As a gallery owner, I often find that the biggest hurdle at the beginning is uncertainty. Yet, this very openness is the best starting point.<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most important advice is simple: Buy what truly moves you. A work of art accompanies you for years, often a lifetime. It should evoke something within you that goes beyond mere decorative interest. Taste evolves\u2014and it&#8217;s allowed to change. Give yourself the freedom to trust this process.<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take your time. Good decisions are rarely made under pressure. Visit exhibitions, look closely, and come back. Art often only reveals itself on the second or third viewing. Direct contact with the artwork is irreplaceable \u2013 neither by images nor by quick impressions.<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn about the artists. How do they work, what themes do they explore, how has their work developed? Quality is not only evident in individual pieces, but also in the consistency and depth of an artistic approach. A reputable gallery will provide you with transparent and well-founded information on this.<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pay attention to fundamental criteria such as provenance and authenticity. These are not only important for preserving the artwork&#8217;s value, but also reflect a responsible approach to art. Trust plays a crucial role \u2013 both in the artwork itself and in the relationship with the gallery.<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Art can be an investment, but it should never be viewed solely as such. The art market is complex and follows its own dynamics. When you buy with conviction, a value is created that extends far beyond the financial aspect. And it is precisely this intrinsic value that endures in the long run.<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another point is often underestimated: Live with the art. Rearrange pieces, change perspectives, rediscover details. Good art remains vibrant because it changes with you. It demands attention \u2013 and rewards it.<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Perhaps the most important thought to conclude: There is no perfect time and no perfect starting point. Every collection begins with a first work. And this first work is less a decision than a beginning \u2013 a beginning that sharpens the eye, deepens perception, and sustainably shapes one&#8217;s own space.<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n<\/p>\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The next step for your collection<\/h2>\r\n<p>\n\n<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first step into the world of art begins with the right artwork \u2013 and a good conversation. We would be happy to personally accompany you on your journey, answer your questions, and show you selected works that resonate with you.<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n<\/div>\r\n<p>\n\n<\/p>\r\n<p>\n\n<\/p>\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n\n<\/p>\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"245\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.galerie-obrist.de\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/boehm-insel-245x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13998 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 245px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 245\/300;width:343px;height:auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.galerie-obrist.de\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/boehm-insel-245x300.jpg 245w, https:\/\/www.galerie-obrist.de\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/boehm-insel-768x941.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.galerie-obrist.de\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/boehm-insel-600x735.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.galerie-obrist.de\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/boehm-insel.jpg 800w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 245px) 100vw, 245px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<p>\n\n<\/div>\r\n<p>\n\n<\/div>\r\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n\n<\/p>\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+492017266203\">Arrange a personal consultation ><\/a><\/div>\r\n<p>\n\n<\/div>\r\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\r\n<div style=\"height:11px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\r\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n\n<\/p>\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--2\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galerie-obrist.de\/en\/artshop\/\">Or discover our latest works online ><\/a><\/div>\r\n<p>\n\n<\/div>\r\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\r\n<div style=\"height:82px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\r\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<p>\n\n\n<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\n\n\n<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Buying art isn&#8217;t just a matter of expertise \u2013 it&#8217;s primarily a matter of attentiveness. Anyone who begins to seriously engage with art quickly realizes: it&#8217;s not about buying &#8220;the right thing,&#8221; but about choosing consciously. As a gallery owner, I often find that the biggest hurdle at the beginning is uncertainty. Yet, this very &hellip; <\/p>\n<p class=\"link-more\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.galerie-obrist.de\/en\/shop\/kunst-kaufen-ein-guide\/\" class=\"more-link\">Read more<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> &#8220;To buy art &#8211; a guide&#8221;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":20604,"parent":5854,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ngg_post_thumbnail":0,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-20501","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"translation":{"provider":"WPGlobus","version":"3.0.2","language":"en","enabled_languages":["de","en"],"languages":{"de":{"title":true,"content":true,"excerpt":false},"en":{"title":true,"content":true,"excerpt":false}}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.galerie-obrist.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/20501","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.galerie-obrist.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.galerie-obrist.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.galerie-obrist.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.galerie-obrist.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=20501"}],"version-history":[{"count":31,"href":"https:\/\/www.galerie-obrist.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/20501\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":21243,"href":"https:\/\/www.galerie-obrist.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/20501\/revisions\/21243"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.galerie-obrist.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/5854"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.galerie-obrist.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/20604"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.galerie-obrist.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=20501"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}