Join author Valentina Castellani in conversation with The Drawing Center's Executive Director Laura Hoptman to celebrate the launch of Castellani's new book Trading Beauty: Art Market Histories from the Altar to the Gallery, published by Gagosian.
An illustrated survey that traces the evolution of the Western art market from the medieval era to the present day, Trading Beauty analyzes how the social, cultural, religious, and economic circumstances of different periods have defined models of art production, validation, and valuation. Castellani peppers her lively account with anecdotes and profiles that highlight key moments and personalities, providing a captivating insight into the mechanisms that have shaped the art market as we now know it.
