Seven Days In The Art World

Name: Seven Days In The Art World
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SKU: 9781847080844
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By Sarah Thornton

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Seven Days In The Art World by Sarah Thornton offers an insightful exploration of the contemporary art scene by diving into seven unique settings, such as an auction, an art fair, and a biennale. Each chapter takes readers into vibrant, behind-the-scenes worlds, revealing the motivations, intrigues, and interactions of artists, collectors, critics, and curators. Thorton's engaging narrative provides a thoughtful examination of how art is perceived, presented, and valued in today's culture.
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If you are fascinated by the inner workings of contemporary art culture, you might enjoy this exploration of the art world’s vibrant and varied spaces. The author provides an insider's view into art auctions, fairs, and studios, shedding light on the personalities and eccentricities that drive this creative domain.

Seven Days In The Art World

A riveting tour through the international art market, conducted by a smart, funny industry insider.

A riveting tour through the international art market, conducted by a smart, funny industry insider.

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From London to Beijing to New York, art sales are booming, and the art world receives the sort of breathless media attention once reserved for celebrities and royals. In Seven Days in the Art World, Sarah Thornton, a brilliant young sociologist, looks at all aspects of buying, selling, and creating serious art.

Thornton has exceptional access and brings a keen critical eye to her coverage of this glamorous milieu, offering the first authoritative account of what is now a multi-billion dollar global marketplace-cum-playground for an ever-expanding number of collectors, investors, and enthusiasts.

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Seven Days in the Art World by Sarah Thornton provides an immersive and vivid exploration of the inner workings of the art industry, blending insightful narratives with humour and insider perspectives. It is praised for demystifying the exclusive realm of art through engaging stories, offering readers an entertaining and thorough overview of contemporary practices. The book's engaging writing style and sharp character portrayals make it a compelling read for art enthusiasts and curious outsiders alike.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781847080844

Publisher: Granta Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 September 2009

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Granta Books

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 19.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 255g

Pages: 304

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Arts & Culture Education & Reference Non-Fiction Sarah Thornton

About the Author

Sarah Thornton contributes regularly to Artforum and ArtReview and is the author of Club Cultures and co-author of The Subcultures Reader. She lives in London. She made her first TV appearance in Alan Yentob's programme on the Frieze arts fair, and several others are in the pipeline.

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