Art Market Insights


This selection of recent essays offer insights into collecting, auction results, and the evolving art market.

From Hi to Si:
Lessons from the Newhouse Sale

by David Norman

June 2026

A look at the Newhouse Collection sale and what it reveals about today’s art market.

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Come On In, the Water’s Fine

by David Norman

April 2026

Observations from the New York spring auctions and what collectors should be watching.

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Most Lalannes are made of bronze, sure — but I’m not going to fuss over the correct alloy when brass makes for such a catchy title!. © AI Composite Recreation for Editorial Purposes
Most Lalannes are made of bronze, sure — but I’m not going to fuss over the correct alloy when brass makes for such a catchy title!. © AI Composite Recreation for Editorial Purposes

The Brass Menagerie -
Les Lalannes at Auction

by David Norman

December 2025

A Late in the Game switch from Cabbages to Hippos.

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Did a Thin Head Tip the Market?

by David Norman

May 2025

A selective review of the recent Spring sales starting with… It’s a Bust!

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