Mona Thomas Investigates French Art Collecting in 'Un art du secret'
Mona Thomas has published an investigation titled 'Un art du secret. Collectionneurs d'art contemporain en France.' In an interview with Patricia Brignone, Thomas discusses the genesis of the book and the difficulties encountered during her research, which reveal the sclerotic state of the French art market. She refuses to establish a typology of collectors, though certain similarities outline a modest patronage. Thomas also addresses French puritanism regarding money, the desire to be considered an amateur, and the dramatic impacts of collecting on the collector's private life.
Key facts
- Mona Thomas published 'Un art du secret. Collectionneurs d'art contemporain en France'.
- The book is an investigation into contemporary art collectors in France.
- Thomas was interviewed by Patricia Brignone.
- The research faced difficulties revealing the sclerotic state of the French art market.
- Thomas refuses to establish a typology of collectors.
- Similarities among collectors outline a modest patronage.
- Thomas discusses French puritanism regarding money.
- The book addresses the desire to be considered an amateur.
- Collecting has dramatic impacts on the collector's private life.
Entities
Artists
- Mona Thomas
- Patricia Brignone
Locations
- France
Sources
- artpress —