Artribune Podcast: Alberto Fiz and Mariolina Bassetti on Art and Market

In the latest episode of the Artribune podcast 'Contemporaneamente,' Alberto Fiz, a seasoned critic and curator, joins Mariolina Bassetti, Christie's Head of Europe, to explore the relationship between art and its market. They discuss how auction results influence pricing and observe a notable shift in the art market towards Asia, fueled by affluent newcomers in the digital, pharmaceutical, and luxury industries. Although the average age of art purchasers is declining, there is a concern that cultural exchanges may become uniform. In Italy, private collectors are filling the gap left by limited access to public institutions, with regional disparities impacting opportunities. Bassetti has been with Christie's since 1987 and facilitated significant sales, including Modigliani's 'Nu Couché' for $170 million in 2015.