Category: Interview | Picasso and the Single Girl

The mission and innovation of the Fondation Carmignac in the South of France: the serendipitous lives of a father-son collector duo

23/06/2023 — Edouard Carmignac, the founder of the Carmignac Foundation and a renowned French financial magnate defies common stereotypes associated with collectors from financial backgrounds. I spoke to his son, Charles Carmignac, director of the foundation, to discuss the foundation’s collection of blue-chip artworks, which, although impressive, is not the most striking aspect of their collection - what sets it apart for me are the romantic tendencies behind each piece.

Living with Art: The Story of Johanna and Friedrich Gräfling’s Unique Collection

06/06/2023 — Johanna and Friedrich Gräfling are not just collectors of art, they are immersed in it. The Gräflings possess a natural talent for spotting talented artists ahead of market trends and work with them to create immersive experiences.

Shalini Passi: An Indian Art Collector’s life through Art

25/05/2023 — Shalini Passi, an Indian art collector, philanthropist, and promoter of contemporary culture in India with a diverse collection of artworks, antiques, and furniture from some of the most sought-after contemporary artists in India and internationally. I explore her love for art, personal art collection, and her efforts in promoting contemporary culture in India.

Discovering a New Wave: The Rise of The Social-Media-Savvy Gen Z Chinese Art Collectors

25/04/2023 — The emergence of new collectors from China during the pandemic, as seen on social media platforms like Little Red Book, has raised questions about differences in tastes, preferences, and sources of information between Chinese and Western collectors.

How Hong Kong collectors are promoting the local art scene internationally

18/04/2023 — Exploring the Emergence of Chinese Collectors in the Global Art World and the Changing Landscape of Hong Kong's Art Scene