The Strange Life of Objects

The auctioneer at the Hotel des Ventes in Paris "tells us what happens to objects of art after their creation: about the foibles of collectors, the variations of fashion, the decisions of dealers, the fluctuations of value. It includes penetrating, amusing and highly original study of collecting- the hoarding, treasuring and amassing instincts…" 274 pages, illustrated occasionally. Very good condition, but with some light edgewear, scuffing and scratching to dust jacket.