Download or read book Big Bucks: The Explosion of the Art Market in the 21st Century written by Ms Georgina Adam and published by Ashgate Publishing, Ltd.. This book was released on 2014-08-28 with total page 251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This highly readable and timely book explores the transformation of the modern and contemporary art market in the 21st century from a niche trade to a globalised operation worth an estimated $50 billion a year. Drawing on her personal experience, the author describes in fascinating detail the contributions made by a range of actors and institutions to these recent developments. The author's engaging style makes this informative text ideal for collectors, students, and anyone interested in learning more about the evolution of the unprecedented market for art which exists today.