1/18/2016

How To Build Your Art Collection With Abstract Sculptures New York

By Brian West


If you love the idea of having art around you but don't want to be limited to paintings on your walls, you might want to think about other forms that these pieces can take. For example, abstract sculptures New York can add a beautiful and artistic touch to any home or office. They can be used inside or out to add a touch of beauty to external living areas. If these kinds of pieces interest you, here is what you need to know about buying them and placing them properly.

Many people think that these items are very expensive but this is not always the case. If you want a very large piece by a well-known artist you will likely be paying quite a bit of money for it but smaller pieces from lesser-known sculptors can actually be surprisingly affordable.

One of the first things to consider is the setting that the piece will be going into. Is it indoor or outdoor? How large is the space? Do you plan for it to be set on the floor or on a piece of furniture? Having some basic ideas about what you are looking for will help you narrow down your search and find the perfect piece more quickly and easily than you may have thought possible.

Size can affect price but so can the material that a sculpture is made out of. Bronze or marble will often be quite pricey while metal such as steel can be less expensive. Some of the cost comes from the fact that certain materials can be worked more quickly and with less effort.

If you are choosing a piece of sculpture for your home, you can choose whichever piece you like best. It may not be as easy if you are purchasing pieces for an office or other professional space. You may want to speak with a consultant or art buyer in order to get some advice on which pieces would work best if you are building a collection in a professional space.

Once you have some basic ideas about what you are looking for you can start your search. Galleries can be fun and relaxing to look through and you will also be able to see particular pieces in person. If you like an artist but nothing they have on display catches your eye you might want to speak to the gallery curator to find out if there is anything else they can let you see.

Many artists show in multiple galleries. You may want to look online for a particular sculptor's name and find out what else they have created. If you love the feel of their work you might want to speak directly to them in order to find out whether they will allow you to commission a piece that is totally custom-made.

If you do get to the point where you are purchasing a piece, don't be surprised if an artist is unwilling to negotiate on price. Often they have commissions to pay if they are selling through a gallery. There may also be costs for materials and the cost of labor since these pieces can take quite some time to complete. When you do end up securing a sculpture you can sit back and enjoy the beauty that these items can bring to your environment.




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