Seven Days In The Art World

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Insider's tour of the eclectic contemporary art scene.

If you're intrigued by what happens behind the canvas, "Seven Days In The Art World" offers a rich, immersive journey. Thornton's narrative is like a backstage pass to the esoteric and glamorous facets of the art world—you'll feel as if you're right there, from the pressure of the classroom to the buzz of the auction house. It's a must-read for anyone with a passion for modern art and the culture that surrounds it.

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Seven Days In The Art World

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ISBN: 9781847080844
Authors: Sarah Thornton
Publisher: Granta
Date of Publication: 2009-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Art, Sociology, History, Creative Nonfiction, Business
Related Topics: Art History, Art Design, History, Essays
Goodreads rating: 3.63
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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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Insider's tour of the eclectic contemporary art scene.

If you're intrigued by what happens behind the canvas, "Seven Days In The Art World" offers a rich, immersive journey. Thornton's narrative is like a backstage pass to the esoteric and glamorous facets of the art world—you'll feel as if you're right there, from the pressure of the classroom to the buzz of the auction house. It's a must-read for anyone with a passion for modern art and the culture that surrounds it.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.