The art market has seen softer demand for two and a half years, prompting sellers to assess their business strategies, particularly regarding the August break. Dealers express varying opinions on whether to take time off, as summer travel remains crucial for affluent buyers. Business in 2025 has not been compelling enough for drastic changes, leaving decisions largely personal. Factors influencing choices include workload and collector locations, with some galleries opting to remain open due to increased tourist traffic, especially in California.
"We have a globally diverse collector base, so while in autumn and spring that might entail meeting collectors in New York and London, during the summer that means spending time in Napa or Aspen or the Hamptons to meet our collectors where they are."
"The summer break (and adjusted hours) for galleries seems to be a uniquely European and New York phenomenon, and to my knowledge it is rare for California-based galleries to close during the summer."
"Coming from Latin America, the idea of a long summer break was never part of our rhythm."
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