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Understanding Western Art
Summary
Reckon with the transactional side of art, in the world of art markets, patrons, and collectors. Trace the history of art patronage, from the church and royalty to later private patrons, auctions, museums, and art as commerce, as reflected in David Teniers' imposing The Archduke and His Collection (1651). Consider Van Gogh's Irises vis-a-vis the artist's posthumous rise to global superstardom.