Nigeria has a vibrant art culture with exotic bronze collections from Benin City and northern Nigeria dating as far as the 4th century on display at globally renowned galleries. As the festive season draws near, collectors across the world are making the trip to these parts of Africa where flourishing historic cultures will be on display.
Although
the world of art can be intimidating, especially if it’s a green field
for a prospective buyer, there are key tricks to the trade a budding
connoisseur can learn to raise one’s confidence level before making the
first purchase. Jovago.com, Africa’s largest hotel booking portal shows
you how.
- Do your research
Every
piece of art you find is either a great investment or a sink-hole.
Taking time out to study the textures, colours and medium can hone your
intuition at discerning quality items from adulterated objects, saving
you a ton of money in the process.
Visit galleries and museums often and discuss with other collectors and artists to help you make a sound decision before buying.
- Set a budget but be flexible
For
most art lovers, the things which they regret the most are the works
they thought were timeless but did not buy even when they had the
chance.
As
with real estate, the value of a solid piece only goes one way…up! So
before you head out to that auction, determine how much you are willing
to spend, factor in all the hidden costs such as shipping, framing,
insurance, add a little extra in your wallet, just in case something
else catches your fancy and bargain.
- Ask for a discount
There is no harm in asking, “Is that your best price?”
In
the world of art, the price listed on display is usually not the actual
price on offer for the work. Armed with this knowledge, you can ask for
a discount when purchasing from a gallery that is keen on growing
relationships with a new clients.
- Buy what you love
Before
you walk to an auction, glean through the catalogue and pick out pieces
that you love. Do some investigation on the selection items and trust
your heart when you come to a conclusion. Remember that it’s necessary
to physically see the items you are considering before making a down
payment as things generally look better in pictures than real life.
- Keep everything
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