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A gallery assistant poses for a photograph with an artwork entitled 'Wellesley Girls, 1967' by US artist Alice Neel during a press preview of 'Alice Neel: Hot Off The Griddle' at the Barbican Art Gallery in London on February 15, 2023.

How Philanthropy Is Reshaping the Global Art Ecosystem

Gilles de Greling, Palm Beach Director of Gander & White, analyzes how philanthropy has evolved from episodic generosity into a foundational pillar of the contemporary art ecosystem. He traces how auctions, museums and new institutions are increasingly reliant on collaborative philanthropic models to sustain education, community engagement and long-term cultural impact.
By Gilles de Greling
An exterior view of M7 in Doha, showing a wide sunlit plaza lined with modern beige buildings and geometric shading panels above.

Qatar Is Set to Open a Freeport Powerhouse Ahead of Art Basel in Doha

The country is showing an early but timely awareness that high-end art fairs thrive when connected to the right logistics ecosystem.
By Elisa Carollo
Stylized Art Deco–inspired illustration of a masked burglar in dark clothing stealing a framed abstract geometric painting, depicted in bold angular lines with deep orange, red, and blue tones.

How to Protect Your Art Collection from Theft, According to the Experts

With only five to ten percent of stolen artworks ever recovered, prevention is far more effective than pursuit.
By Daniel Grant
Miami Beach, Florida, laptop screen showing Radar of Hurricane Ian, category 4 storm, eye and feeder bands in Gulf of Mexico approaching landfall.

The Art of Preparedness: The Frontline of Fine Art Logistics During Hurricane Season

By Joe Piotrowski

Observer’s Guide to Fine Art Storage, Where Masterpieces Go to Wait

By Daniel Grant
Two art handlers carefully adjust a large abstract painting by Joan Mitchell on the wall, with the reflection of the artwork visible on the polished floor.

The Art of Legacy: How Collectors Can Preserve and Protect Their Collections

By Megan Fox Kelly

Global Freeports Provide Ongoing Security for the Art World Amidst Turmoil

By Nadine Smith

Why High-End Storage Is Taking Over the Art World

By Helen Holmes

Art Storage Workers Attempting to Unionize Get Help From Julia Salazar

By Helen Holmes
Illustration by Job Krause.

When Your Art Bleeds You Dry

By Daniel Grant
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