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Reasons People Buy Art By Debbie Tullos, eHow Contributor The reasons people buy art are as varied as the people making the purchases. People buy art to suit their own purposes, whether it be for simple enjoyment or for pure practicality. Aesthetics According to The Economic Times, most people buy art for aesthetic reasons. The most important feature of the artwork is how well its colors match the decor of a room. Investment The Economic Times also reports that some people buy art as a financial investment. They study information to determine the potential of an increase in value, then make a purchase. Status A segment of people purchase art as a status symbol. Money is no object to this group of people, so they buy art for the sake of impressing others. Collectors Some people buy art for the sake of building a collection. The individual piece may not be as important to the art collector as a certain feature of it, such as the artist or style of the artwork. Emotion People often connect with a piece of art or it moves them emotionally in a way that compels them to buy it. Often the artist has found a way to express something the purchaser could not express for himself.
Posted on: Tue, 22 Oct 2013 19:44:32 +0000

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