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Why are Artists Poor?: The Exceptional Economy of the Arts
Abbing, Hans
Published by Amsterdam University Press, 2008
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Synopsis: Most artists earn very little. Nevertheless, there is no shortage of aspiring young artists. Do they give to the arts willingly or unknowingly? Governments and other institutions also give to the arts, to raise the low incomes. But their support is ineffective: subsidies only increase the artists’ poverty. The economy of the arts is exceptional. Although the arts operate successfully in the marketplace, their natural affinity is with gift-giving, rather than with commercial exchange. People believe that artists are selflessly dedicated to art, that price does not reflect quality, and that the arts are free. But is it true? This unconventional multidisciplinary analysis explains the exceptional economy of the arts. Insightful illustrations from the practice of a visual artist support the analysis. Read a sample chapter (Pdf.)
About the Author: Hans Abbing is a visual artist and economist. He is professor emeritus in art sociology at the University of Amsterdam.
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Title: Why are Artists Poor?: The Exceptional ...
Publisher: Amsterdam University Press
Publication Date: 2008
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good