Financial turmoil reshapes a corner of the art market

Courtesy Culture - International Herald Tribune  Fri, 10/10/2008 - 08:52

In 'Islamic Art' sales this week, pieces at the top of the market rose to extravagant heights, while the intermediary market is on the verge of extinction.


 

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