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In Asia, art investment has become more accessible as potential buyers gain more exposure to artists and their work Nicolas Chow, chairman of Sotheby's Asia and international head of its Chinese Works of Art department "Most of our clients do not buy art purely for investment, but are passionate collectors," says Nicolas Chow, chairman of Sotheby's Asia and the international head of its Chinese Works of Art department.

In addition to galleries and art events, auctions are a good way to acquire art and get a general feel of the market Chow recommends reading extensively about the art or artist you like, visiting museums and galleries, and talking to dealers, academics or auctioneers "For investment art, first buy something you love.

Then investigate the artist I tend to buy emerging art, as I like to support people in the field, but I will only do so if I love the work," says Argyle, who has championed emerging Australian artists in Singapore and Beijing "If you are starting to collect, you are in for the most wonderful journey.

I would start buying emerging artists from your country of origin It gives you so much joy, and I believe it's easier when you start collecting to research your own nation, its history, culture and art." . Source