Collectors buy art because they love it. They feel a genuine pride in ownership and a connection to the art or artist. They are often not concerned about how the art will fit into their space. Each piece is a treasure, and they are essentially building a treasure chest (collection) they can enjoy and appreciate. Collecting is a process. Acquisitions can be well researched or completely spontaneous. Either way, it is very enriching and often quite educational. Decorating

Investing in art can be very rewarding. "Young Man Holding a Roundel" by Sandro Botticelli, achieved the highest price ever for an Old Master at Sotheby's, selling for $92.2 million. Selecting the right piece can be a lucky hit or a well planned strategy. But it is not just the acquisitions that bring in the money, some artists are cashing in big. See how teens are making millions in the art market.....