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Contemporary Art in Paris: galleries, auctions and market secrets
Guided tour

Contemporary Art in Paris: galleries, auctions and market secrets

5.0(2 reviews)
1er · Palais-Royal
Durée 2.5 heures

Why we recommend it

"Finally a tour that demystifies the Parisian art market! Rather than staying in generalities, this journey gives you concrete keys to understand and buy contemporary art. Access to Drouot is a real plus - it's a closed world we never get the chance to discover. Perfect for those who want to go beyond being a simple spectator and understand the real rules of the artistic game."

The Quoi Faire à Paris team

The experience

This unique tour takes you behind the scenes of the Parisian art market, far beyond the walls of the Louvre. Accompanied by a passionate art historian, you'll discover how the contemporary artistic ecosystem of the capital really works. Your journey begins in front of the Fondation Cartier, then takes you to the historic gallery district near the Palais-Royal. You'll learn the codes of the art world: how to evaluate a work, negotiate a price, and above all how to dare push open a gallery door without hesitation. Next, head to the elegant Galerie Colbert, a true temple of French artistic training, before understanding the fascinating links between art and luxury in front of the Pinault Collection. Why does LVMH invest massively in art? How do brands use culture to build their image? The highlight of the visit: entering the legendary Hôtel Drouot, temple of auctions since 1852. You'll discover the workings of this fascinating world where artistic fortunes are made and lost, with juicy anecdotes about the most memorable sales.

Highlights

  • Cultural walk in the gallery district
  • Expert advice for buying contemporary art
  • Exclusive access to Hôtel Drouot
  • Decoding art-fashion-luxury connections
  • Training by a professional art historian

Practical info

Meeting point

2 Pl. du Palais Royal, 75001 Paris, Francia — Your guide will be waiting with an orange umbrella

From

100 €

per person

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