Art in Brief The Debate Over Artist Royalties
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Jun 27, 2025 Dive into the heated discussion on Artist Resale Rights and the varying practices across countries. Explore whether artists should earn royalties from resales and the historical context behind this debate. The conversation also highlights ethical dilemmas and how market dynamics influence artist compensation. This is a captivating look at the intersection of art and economics!
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Rauschenberg's Resale Conflict
- Robert Rauschenberg sold a painting for $900, which resold for $85,000 fifteen years later.
- This led to a famous confrontation about artists profiting from resales.
What Are Artist Resale Rights
- Artist resale rights pay visual artists a small royalty on resale of their works.
- This contrasts with music where artists earn ongoing royalties as their works are used.
Flippers Disrupt Artist Markets
- Flippers buy art to resell quickly for profit, disrupting artist control over their market.
- This contributes to market bubbles and harms artists' interests.