Author: P. Burgess
You’ll never guess how much Frida Kahlo’s love letters fetched at auction
In late 2021, an intimate Frida Kahlo self portrait that became one of the most expensive Latin American artwork ever sold. This broke the benchmark set …
Gold vs. art: Which could get me more cash?
Gold and art are both promising alternative investment classes. However, the two differ in more ways than one — especially in terms of their returns. From …
7 ways to start an art collection if you don’t have Musk or Oprah money
If you’re wondering how to start an art collection but find the process daunting, you’re not alone. Should you buy from an online gallery or an …
8 gifts that keep giving: What to buy for your loved ones (that may just make them money, too)
The holidays draw closer by the day, and you’re wondering what to get the special someone in your life, whether partner, parent, or beyond. So read …
The Thanksgiving Day art heist that rocked the art world
On Thanksgiving day, 1985, Abstract Expressionist Willem de Kooning’s painting was cut from its frame and stolen in broad daylight from the University of Arizona Museum of Art. …
Miscarriages & surgeries: 20 inspiring & tragic things you probably didn’t know about Frida Kahlo
Frida Kahlo is among the most recognized artists of the 20th century. Her work encompasses everything from feminism and political discourse to deeply personal themes like …
How Elon Musk is beating interest rates into a pulp
Elon’s actually been giving the secret away since late last year. Most people just missed it. It’s understandable, there was a lot going on; the invasion …
The 10 most expensive paintings ever sold
Salvator Mundi by Leonardo Da Vinci is the most expensive painting ever to be sold. It went under the hammer for $450 million at a 2017 …
5 times regular people discovered incredibly valuable art
In the world of art, hidden treasures often lie in plain sight, waiting for that keen-eyed individual to uncover their true worth. While the art market …
5 of the world’s wealthiest family’s art collections that will blow your mind
In 1855, Baron James Mayer de Rothschild wrote, “No price is too high for the acquisition of true masterpieces”. The patriarch of the French branch of …
5 banks that just may be a secret art gallery
Former CEO of Deutsche Bank, Josef Ackermann, said, “A company without a collection is like a person without a memory.” Since the 1970s, DB has grown …
Doors, dresses, & more: 10 oddly beautiful creations from famous artists
In the realm of artistic expression, creativity knows no bounds. Many famous artists, known for their mastery in traditional mediums, have often ventured into uncharted territories, …
Elton John, Leonardo DiCaprio & 6 other celebs who’ve spent big on art
But what to spend it on? What costs tens, even hundreds of millions, and can grow your wealth in return when you’re done with it? Try …
These 10 oddly alluring artworks sold for what?!
Did you know the second most expensive painting in the world (Interchange by Willem de Kooning) is an abstract artwork? Abstraction in art uses various shapes, forms, …
10 famous paintings you have to see before you die
Time is money, so how should we spend it? These are 10 famous paintings you have to see before you die, 10 masterpieces that have left …
You’ll never guess what non-tech investment Elon Musk is making
This year, AI provided a massive (but possibly short-lived) boost to the stock market, especially to tech giants like Nvidia and Google. But while most investors …
Just how much are Trump’s portraits worth?
Former President Donald Trump is renowned for his business acumen and his eye for luxury. Beyond his real estate empire, Trump has also amassed a remarkable …
You’ll never guess how much these 8 paintings fetched at auction
From the celebrated brushstrokes of the Old Masters to the groundbreaking works of contemporary visionaries, these artist’s auction records have grown to send shockwaves through the …
The food industry, landowners & 5 other surprising winners during high inflation
For the average consumer, “inflation” means a higher cost of living. But did you know that certain investors and sectors actually benefit from inflation? Savvy investors …
