They flock to art fairs around the world with clients in tow. They help navigate perceptions of value and nurture collecting tastes. And, they have the opportunity of realising exciting commissions ranging from public artworks, to corporate foyers to architecturally designed homes. Welcome to the world of the Art Advisor.
While we may think this is a relatively new profession, it has been around for hundreds of years. British author Georgina Adam traces it back to the 17th century when the painter Diego Velázquez bought works for King Philip IV of Spain.
