Alain Quemin Report Analyzes French Art's Global Decline
In April 2002, the publication artpress featured a study by sociologist Alain Quemin titled "The Role of Prescriptive Countries in the Contemporary Art Market." Quemin's research indicates a noticeable decline in the global status of French contemporary art. He challenges the notion of a universal art market, suggesting it is heavily influenced by the dynamics of the United States and Germany. Additionally, Quemin elaborates on the research methodologies he employed, as well as the varied reactions his conclusions have elicited from the art community.
Key facts
- Alain Quemin authored the study 'Le rôle des pays prescripteurs sur le marché et dans le monde de l'art contemporain'.
- The study identifies a gradual erosion of French art's international representation.
- It notes a disaffection for French contemporary art on the global market.
- The concept of art globalization is deemed questionable, driven by the US and Germany.
- Quemin's report received a very controversial reception.
- The study was published in artpress in April 2002.
- The report is available as a PDF download.
Entities
Institutions
- artpress
Locations
- France
- United States
- Germany
Sources
- artpress —