“There’s a long history of artists defining or ridiculing what is art,” says the art market analyst Michael Moses, who co-created the Sotheby’s Mei-Moses art index. “When you have an enormous amount ...

Study market trends, familiarize yourself with up-and-coming artists, and understand what drives value in art—such as rarity, condition, provenance, and artist reputation. First-time investors should ...

Unlike conventional assets, art is a non-correlated asset, meaning its value does not directly fluctuate with the stock market. This characteristic makes it an attractive option for investors ...

As an investment, art can hedge against inflation, but expect bond-level returns. Investors should consider securitized art holding companies for easier transactions than physical art pieces.

Art funds are structured similarly to other investment funds. They allow investors to partially own and reap the benefits of a particular asset without footing the entire cost and risk outright.