Frederic: Top Art Advisors

“Because great interiors

deserve great art.”

What should people consider in terms of collection longevity when acquiring contemporary art?

My priority is always to understand the artist’s relationship to being an artist. I want to feel confident that they need to make art as a part of their individual identity and are deeply committed to their craft. Being an artist is a hard career choice; if they could be satisfied doing something else, that is a signal to me that they probably won’t still be at it later in life.

How does your process differ when you collaborate with an interior designer?

Some of my best work has been achieved working together with interior designers. The most successful collaborations are built on understanding and respecting areas of expertise and an openness to creating something that really sings. When both parties come together in this spirit, the results elevate beyond the decorative—it is imbued with meaning, sophistication, and long-term value. It’s akin to how a designer works with an architect to build the house: You hire an expert to get the best results and elevate the quality of your own work.

A commission by Rosalind Tallmadge for Opus One Winery in Napa Valley, California. photo BORIS ZHARKOV

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