Jpegs transformed the art market — was it for the better?
The Financial Times examines how digital reproduction, particularly JPEG images, has reshaped the art market by increasing accessibility while potentially diminishing the in-person viewing experience. The article questions whether the convenience of online viewing has come at the cost of authentic engagement with artworks.
Key facts
- Digital reproduction has made artworks more accessible.
- The rise of JPEGs has transformed the art market.
- The article questions if digital viewing diminishes the experience of seeing art in person.
- Published by the Financial Times.
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- Financial Times