Stay update in the Scottsdale art market. See the growth of the contemporary art market works prices.
| | The Dog Days of Summer! As the Valley sees some of its warmer temperatures, Scottsdale remains hot in development and culture! |
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| | New work:To be framed or not to be….…..that is the question. |
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FRANCESCO D’ADAMO b. 1979 (Italy) "Interior, Daytime" 55x75 $14,500 (This painting is currently out of customs and is being stretched)
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Jean Luc Messin b. 1938 (France) “Retouche” 60 x 48 $52,000 (This gallery has exclusively sold Jean Luc’s work for over 35 years. We used to receive 7 to 8 canvases a year, and now we are receiving between 1 and 3. This painting was a surprise, and we are grateful for it)
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| | Auction at Brennen:No Reserve on September 25th |
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News:Scottsdale and Everywhere else |
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| Scottsdale: Development has no threshold, or so it appears. 6000 apartments still being built, homes still breaking records, and commercial developments coming to the City for approval is admirable and unbelievable. What does this mean to the art market here in Scottsdale? Although there are areas within the arts district that look tired, the thirst for culture and art is only intensifying with all of the influx of money entering our beloved city. Our gallery’s experience this Spring, post Scottsdale Art Week, has been jaw dropping. Over 5 Mihanovic originals sold, two Jean Lucs, an Alvar (c. 1963), and dozens of other pieces. A welcomed surprise for this Gallery. For our Holiday party this year, we are pivoting to a more curated experience…..an invitational versus an open call to artists. We are going to partner with Arizona Art Foundation (Non-Profit), which is a new entity created by owner to enhance and support all AZ institutions supporting the arts.
National: The whirlwind of news surrounding George Condo—his return to a mega-gallery and strong results for works on paper—signals a pivotal moment.The concentration of works at Sotheby's upcoming Contemporary Discoveries sale is a significant market event; watch these results closely, as they will set the tone for his market's next chapter. David Hockney's market continues to show remarkable depth, from major museum retrospectives to accessible prints at auction. For collectors, this offers multiple pathways for engagement. Consider the upcoming solo exhibition at the National Gallery of Australia not just as a viewing opportunity, but as a curatorial affirmation that could bolster the value of his print portraiture. The flurry of activity this week is a reminder that an artist's market is a dynamic ecosystem of gallery representation, auction performance, and institutional validation. The best collectors don't just track prices; they track the narrative. Pay attention to how these stories—gallery switches, legal outcomes, and curatorial choices—interconnect.
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J.Louis (b. 1992)
-American-
“Cliffs Edge” 60 H x 48 W SOLD $12,750 Sold on: May 18th, 2026 |
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 Francesco D’Adamo (b. 1979)
-Italian-
“Gambit” 51 H x 71 W in SOLD $12,911 Sold on: Apr 29, 2026 |
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 Zvonimir Mihanovic (b. 1946)
-Croatian-
“Ready for long line” 39 H x 49 W in SOLD $160,000 Sold on: May 1st, 2026 |
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Ben Bauer (b.1980) “TAKE ME WITH YOU” / Oil on Linen / 12 x 14 inSOLDArtist Stats Total pieces for sale: 7 Total pieces sold: 8 Highest price piece sold: $19,500 () Average price per square inch: $10 |
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Ben Bauer (b.1980) “BLUFF, FURROWS AND SNOW REMNANTS” / oil on Linen / 32 x 44 SOLDArtist Stats Total pieces for sale: 7 Total pieces sold: 8 Highest price piece sold: $19,500 () Average price per square inch: $10 |
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Zvonimir Mihanovic (b.1946) “READY AT DAWN” / WATERCOLOR / 9X17 SOLDArtist Stats Total pieces for sale: 7 Total pieces sold: 12 Highest price piece sold: $200,000 Average price per square inch: $143 |
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JAMES AYERS ABOVE IT ALL - TETONSOil on Canvas 40 x 30 in SOLD
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