The past year 2022 should be counted not even in two, but in four. The crisis sharpened and accelerated all the subtle processes on the art market. It became clear who holds the punch, who wins, and who, on the contrary, is the weak link. At the same time the new tendencies manifested themselves in a much harsher way than during a normal crisis.

Six months of life in the new political and economic conditions. What has happened to the Russian art market during this time? How has it responded to change?

According to unofficial statistics, in 2019, sales of paintings, drawings and sculptures at auctions in Russia amounted to $9.9 million, which is 53% less than in the pre-crisis 2013. But 47% more than in 2018. How to interpret this result?