
Increase in lower-priced transactions
Although total value declined, the number of global transactions increased by 3%. Auction sales for works priced under $5,000 grew in value by 7% and in volume by 13%. Dealers with turnover below $250,000 reported a 17% rise in business. These segments also attracted first-time buyers, who represented 44% of all clients.
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