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Artprice by Artmarket’s 2024 Contemporary Art Market Report, coinciding with Frieze London and Art Basel Paris, thoroughly explores a market that has grown 1,800% since 2000, confirming that art is a safe haven in times of major crises
PARIS, Oct. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — In this 29th Annual Report, Artprice by Artmarket presents and analyzes a denser-than-ever Contemporary and Ultra-Contemporary Art Market (see methodology at the end of the press release) with the opening of Frieze London this Wednesday, October 9, followed by Art Basel Paris on Friday, October 18, 2024.
Autumn is a busy period for the Contemporary Art Market, which is why Artprice publishes its essential Contemporary Art Market Annual Report in October. Among the key features of the report are of course the overall results from art auctions around the world and the AI data collected and processed by our proprietary AI, Intuitive Artmarket®. It also contains an identification of the main trends, a presentation of the top-selling artists with our famous Top 10, Top 100 and Top 500 rankings, a focus on a selection of hot Contemporary artists, breakdowns of the key art auction stats country by country, by different artistic mediums, and by different art movements, and, a focus on Ultra-Contemporary artists (under 40) highlighted the growing markets for works by women artists, for digital art and for NFTs.
Artprice’s Report on the Contemporary Art Market 2024 is available free of charge in French and English here:
- https://www.artprice.com/artprice-reports/the-contemporary-art-market-report-2024
- https://fr.artprice.com/artprice-reports/le-marche-de-lart-contemporain-2024
According to thierry Ehrmann, Founder of Artprice and President of Artmarket.com: the Contemporary Art Market is no longer what it was in 2000. It has undergone profound structural change and has posted turnover growth of +1800% with works by many more Contemporary artists selling at auction (33,072 over the period 2023/24 versus 5,400 artists in 2000), and many more works being sold (132,380 today versus 12,000 in 2000). At the same time, it has expanded geographically, with 61 countries today having active art auction markets versus 39 in 2000. The Internet has of course accelerated the fluidification of ‘remote’ transactions, and today the Contemporary art market has established itself as the most dynamic and profitable segment of the entire 21st century art market.
A infinite field of possibilities for under $5,000
This past year set a new record for the volume of auction transactions involving Contemporary art works: more than 132,000 artworks changed hands. This growth has been driven by several factors including the globalization of demand and the digital online sales. At the heart of this dynamic is the segment of ‘affordable’ works, whose value remained under $5,000. It is here that supply and transactions have grown the fastest, posting a 6% growth in just one year.
In concrete terms, this price bracket accounted for 108,000 transactions (each acquired for under $5,000) representing 82% of the total number Contemporary art sales during the year. This affordable segment, often appealing to first-time buyers and discerning collectors alike, has experienced a remarkable and triply significant acceleration over the last decade.
The success of this market segment has been largely supported by emblematic figures of Contemporary art like Takashi Murakami, Damien Hirst and Jeff Koons as well as by world-renowned Street artists like Keith Haring, Banksy, Mr. Brainwash, KAWS, Shepard Fairey and Invader. Their editions, whether limited or produced in larger quantities, fuel this thriving segment.
I. CONTEMPORARY ART (artists born after 1945): Key figures 2023/24
– $1.89 billion totaled over 12 months (July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024)
– Contemporary art represented 17% of the total global auction turnover from Fine Art and NFTs ($11.3 billion)
– The 8th best performance in the history of the Contemporary art market
– Down 18% compared with the previous year ($2.3 billion), due to a further contraction in the number of transactions above the million-dollar threshold
– Turnover has multiplied by 18 since 2000/01 ($103 million hammered)
Evolution of the number of Contemporary artworks sold at auction by price range https://imgpublic.artprice.com/img/wp/sites/11/2024/10/image2-artprice-contemporary-works-sold-at-auction-by-price-range.png
Denser transactions
– New record of 132,380 lots sold over 12 months (+4%)
– The number of transactions has multiplied by 10.5 since 2000/01 (12,500 lots sold)
– Transactions above the million-dollar threshold dropped 23%
– The unsold rate rose to 35.6%
– The record price for a Contemporary work this past year was $46.5 million (Basquiat)
– The average price of the lots sold was $14,300
Structure of the Contemporary Art market
14 Contemporary artworks fetched over $10 million.
224 fetched over $1 million.
57% (75,395 lots) of Contemporary artworks sold for under $1,000.
Paintings accounted for 73% of global Contemporary art auction turnover with sculptures accounting for 10% and drawings for 9%.
Auction turnover from prints (4%) was higher than from photography (3%).
Contemporary artists
33,072 Contemporary artists had at least one auction sale in 2023/24
10 artists accounted for 29% of Contemporary art sales turnover
Soft Power of the Contemporary art market
1st – the USA with $779 million in Contemporary art auction turnover.
2nd – China with $511 million.
3rd – the UK with $279 million.
4th – France with $63 million.
5th – Germany with $34 million.
Sotheby’s was the leading global vendor of Contemporary art generating $524 million (28% of total Contemporary art turnover).
Christie’s hammered $486 million (26%) and Phillips hammered $253 million (13%).
China Guardian was the leading Chinese auction operator with $57 million (3%).
Van Ham was the leading European auction operator with $9 million (0.5%)
Top 10 Contemporary artists by auction turnover
(1is July 2023 – June 30, 2024)
|
Artist |
Nationality |
Sales proceeds |
Lots sold |
Best result |
|
|
1 |
Jean-Michel BASQUIAT (1960-1988) |
USA |
$240,029,370 |
112 |
$46,479,000 |
|
2 |
Yoshitomo NARA (b. 1959) |
Japan |
$70,611,210 |
402 |
$12,257,420 |
|
3 |
George CONDO (b. 1957) |
USA |
$47,432,510 |
127 |
$3,652,800 |
|
4 |
Keith HARING (1958-1990) |
USA |
$36,179,150 |
731 |
$4,470,000 |
|
5 |
Julie MEHRETU (b. 1970) |
Ethiopia |
$35,987,550 |
26 |
$10,737,500 |
|
6 |
LIU Ye (b. 1964) |
China |
$31,124,020 |
21 |
$7,972,260 |
|
7 |
Damien HIRST (b. 1965) |
UK |
$26,603,330 |
857 |
$1,810,930 |
|
8 |
Richard PRINCE (b. 1949) |
USA |
$23,007,320 |
124 |
$2,712,000 |
|
9 |
SALVO (1947-2015) |
Italy |
$21,140,840 |
248 |
$1,115,020 |
|
10 |
BANKSY (b. 1974) |
UK |
$20,097,870 |
711 |
$4,699,550 |
|
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II. ULTRA-CONTEMPORARY ART (artists under 40):
$148 million from Ultra-Contemporary Art sold at auction worldwide in 2023/24.
7th best year in the history of the Ultra-Contemporary art market.
In 24 years, sales revenue has multiplied 6.8 times (from $21.9 million in 2000/01).
Ultra-Contemporary art represented 8% of the Contemporary art market ($1.89 billion).
Ultra-Contemporary Art represented 1.3% of the total Fine Art and NFT market ($11.3 billion).
8,830 Ultra-Contemporary works sold in 2023/24.
The unsold rate was 36%, the same as for Contemporary art.
Structure of the Ultra-Contemporary art market
The average price of an Ultra-Contemporary work was $16,800.
Painting represented 85% of the turnover from Ultra-Contemporary art.
Drawing was the 2nd largest medium in this segment: $8.9 million (6%).
NFTs accounted for (4%) and sculpture generated (3%).
Hong Kong hammered 20% of the U-C segment’s turnover, and Mainland China generated 9%.
The UK hammered 19% of the Ultra-Contemporary art market ($28 million),
Diversity of the Ultra-Contemporary art market
3,122 artists under 40 had at least one auction in 2023/24.
7 women appeared in the Top 10 Ultra-Contemporary artists by auction turnover.
Jadé Fadojutimi (1993) dominated her generation with 22 lots fetching $14 million.
Matthew Wong (1984-2019) generated the highest bid: $4.2 million for Night 1 (2018) at Christie’s New York on November 7, 2023.
NFTs by Ultra-Contemporary artists
Ultra-Contemporary NFTs generated $5.6 million.
NFTs represented 4% of the Ultra-Contemporary art market
The top-selling NFT in 2023/24 was Tony Tafuro’s (1989): OMB Red Eye/Blue Eye/Green Eye/Orange Eye (2024) which fetched $441,000 at Christie’s in New York on April 16, 2023.
Top 10 artists under 40 by auction turnover
(July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024)
|
Artist |
Sales proceeds |
Lots sold |
Unsold |
Best result |
|
|
1 |
Jadé FADOJUTIMI (b. 1993) |
$14,031,602 |
22 |
7 |
$1,985,170 |
|
2 |
Lucy BULL (b. 1990) |
$9,437,970 |
14 |
5 |
$1,814,500 |
|
3 |
Matthew WONG (1984-2019) |
$8,326,350 |
10 |
1 |
$4,164,000 |
|
4 |
Avery SINGER (b. 1987) |
$6,184,060 |
7 |
1 |
$3,206,000 |
|
5 |
Loie HOLLOWELL (b. 1983) |
$4,277,220 |
17 |
13 |
$1,134,000 |
|
6 |
CHEN Fei (b. 1983) |
$4,224,885 |
14 |
0 |
$1,211,780 |
|
7 |
Issy WOOD (b. 1993) |
$3,242,220 |
16 |
3 |
$511,490 |
|
8 |
Christina QUARLES (b. 1985) |
$3,234,520 |
11 |
2 |
$762,000 |
|
9 |
Ewa JUSZKIEWICZ (b. 1984) |
$3,217,720 |
24 |
5 |
$882,090 |
|
10 |
Mohammed SAMI (b. 1984) |
$2,996,810 |
10 |
0 |
$952,500 |
|
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Return to pre-Covid levels, under the two billion dollar threshold
With a total of 1.888 billion dollars, the Contemporary art market returned to pre-pandemic levels, but was still above the average of the five years preceding the Covid crisis by $200 million.
In twenty years, the economic value of Contemporary Art has exploded, going from 169 million to 1.888 billion dollars, and the segment has become a key part of the global art market, now representing 18% of its total value, compared with just 3% at the start of the 21st century.
This remarkable growth has not been limited to the soaring prices of emblematic artists like Jean-Michel Basquiat, Yoshitomo Nara or Jenny Saville. It has also been driven by a healthy densification of the market, with Contemporary works now representing 18% of the global Fine Art market.
Record volume of transactions
The number of Contemporary works sold at auction has more than doubled in ten years, thanks largely to the massive digitalization of art sales since the Covid crisis. This transformation has significantly expanded the market, with a spectacular +72% increase in transactions compared to the pre-Covid period. This growth has taken the total to a new record of over 132,000 transactions in twelve months. Generations X (44-59 year olds) and Y(24-43 year olds), who are increasingly bidding online via their smartphones, are key drivers of this dynamic.
Art, a safe haven in major crises
In conclusion, unlike the current economy, which has been impacted by the geopolitical and financial context, the art market is displaying relatively robust health, with records being hammered regularly in different countries and for works from all the artistic periods during recent sales sessions. There have been no cancellations of classic and/or prestige cataloged sales for 2024 and 2025, which are the main indicators of the art market’s health.
The major auction houses and investors know very well that the art market is a safe haven. Uncertainty on the stock markets brings new funds and investments into the art market.
Artprice, for 25 years, has methodically analyzed the main crises of the 21st century facing the Art Market – the Nasdaq crash of 2000, the 9/11 attacks in 2001, the Afghan war in 2001, the Iraq war in 2003, the subprime and CDS crisis in 2007, the negative rates period starting 2011, the Covid crisis in 2020, the Russia/Ukraine war, the sharp rise in interest rates and energy prices, the attacks of October 7 in Israel in 2023, the Near and Middle East conflict – the art market was significantly less impacted than the economy and financial markets.
The current period of major geopolitical unrest and the fear of a global economic crisis has clearly not got the better of the art market.
Methodology
This Report analyzes all public auctions of Fine Art (i.e. painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, print, video, installation, tapestry and NFTs, but excluding antiques, anonymous cultural goods and furniture). It covers the global auction results recorded by Artprice by Artmarket.com for works by artists born after 1945 (Contemporary Art), with a focus on artists aged under 40 (Ultra-contemporary Art), between July 1, 2023 and June 30, 2024.
All prices indicated in this Report refer to public auction results including buyers’ fees. All “$” symbols refer to the US dollar.
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Bybit Invests $1M in EthicHub Through Blockchain for Good Alliance to Drive Agricultural Finance for Global Farming Communities
DUBAI, UAE, Feb. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, proudly announces a $1 million impact investment in EthicHub, facilitated through the Blockchain for Good Alliance (BGA).
Since pioneering the Blockchain for Good Alliance in April 2024, Bybit has championed the use of blockchain innovations to solve real-world challenges. EthicHub, a key project supported by the BGA Incubation Programme and the Grand Social Impact Award winner at the BGA Web3 Oscar, exemplifies this vision by leveraging blockchain to drive financial inclusion and empower smallholder farmers. This investment aligns with Bybit’s commitment to leveraging blockchain technology for tangible social impact, driving financial inclusion for smallholder coffee farmers in emerging markets.
Empowering Sustainable Coffee Farming Through Ethical Finance
EthicHub is revolutionizing agricultural finance by integrating productive lending, blended finance, and market access. With this $1 million investment, Bybit will establish the “Bybit Pool”, a dedicated fund within the EthicHub ecosystem designed to provide ethical credit lines to small and medium-sized coffee farmers.
This initiative will empower farmers to break free from exploitative lending practices, improve productivity, and secure fair prices for their coffee. Additionally, it aligns with Bybit’s broader mission of bridging the gap between blockchain solutions and real-world economic transformation.
Key Highlights of the Investment Agreement:
- Exclusive Fund: Bybit’s investment will be managed exclusively within the EthicHub ecosystem, ensuring transparency and accountability.
- Sustainable Social Impact: The fund provides direct financial access to coffee farmers, fostering economic resilience in rural communities.
- Fair Financial Returns: Bybit will receive an 8% annual return over a 15-month term, demonstrating the viability of impact investing.
- Transparency & Reporting: LendingDev, EthicHub’s operator, will provide quarterly performance updates and comprehensive end-of-term reporting.
A New Era of Blockchain-Powered Social Good
Bybit’s investment exemplifies how blockchain-powered finance can drive sustainable change. Through BGA’s role in fostering strategic collaborations, this initiative paves the way for blockchain adoption in real-world economic empowerment.
“Blockchain has the power to unlock new financial opportunities for those historically excluded from traditional banking systems. Our $1 million investment in EthicHub reinforces Bybit’s dedication to using innovation for real-world impact, proving that blockchain can be both profitable and transformative,” said Helen Liu, Chief Operating Officer at Bybit.
Gabriela Chang, CSO & Co-founder of EthicHub added: “Bybit’s commitment is a game-changer for our mission. This investment will directly support smallholder coffee farmers, enabling them to increase productivity, access fair financing, and secure better market opportunities. It is an example of how blockchain can create real-world solutions for pressing global challenges.”
Case Study: EthicHub’s Impact – How Neri Ortiz Transformed His Future
For generations, smallholder coffee farmers like Neri Ortiz in Motozintla, Mexico, faced relentless challenges: unstable coffee prices, predatory lenders, and limited market access. With no financial safety net, many were forced to abandon farming altogether.
The introduction of EthicHub changed everything. By offering fair, blockchain-powered financing, EthicHub provided Neri and his cooperative with the resources to improve production, invest in sustainable farming techniques, and eliminate exploitative middlemen. For the first time, they could sell directly to specialty coffee buyers at fair market prices.
This access to ethical lending transformed not just Neri’s farm but his entire outlook. He began experimenting with quality-enhancing techniques like controlled fermentation, which boosted the value of his coffee. With newfound financial stability, he reinvested in his farm, secured better futures for his family, and began mentoring other farmers to do the same.
Bybit’s investment in EthicHub ensures that more farmers like Neri can break free from financial hardship, build resilient livelihoods, and sustain the agricultural traditions that feed global coffee markets. This is the power of blockchain-driven impact investing—real solutions for real people, transforming entire communities.
Join the Movement
Bybit invites fellow blockchain innovators and socially responsible investors to explore the possibilities of blockchain-powered impact investments. By working together, the industry can drive sustainable economic solutions that benefit both investors and underserved communities.
For more details on EthicHub’s initiatives, visit EthicHub Website.
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About Bybit
Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 60 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.
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Bybit Defies Odds: How the Largest Crypto Hack in History Became a Test of Resilience and Transparency
DUBAI, UAE, Feb. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In a remarkable display of resilience and professionalism, Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has successfully navigated the largest hack in crypto history. On February 21, 2025, hackers stole approximately $1.5 billion in digital assets from Bybit’s Ethereum wallet, marking the biggest cryptocurrency heist ever recorded. Despite this unprecedented breach, Bybit’s swift and transparent crisis management ensured that the crypto market remained stable, with no significant price volatility.
Swift Crisis Management
Bybit’s response to the hack was marked by swift action, transparency, and professionalism. Ben took immediate ownership of the situation, addressing the community within 30 minutes via X and conducting a livestream session just one hour after the incident. This live session, which lasted over two hours, provided real-time updates and detailed explanations, ensuring that all stakeholders were informed and reassured. Bybit’s prompt and open communication effectively prevented panic and maintained trust in the exchange, setting a high standard for crisis management in the crypto industry
Throughout the crisis, Bybit’s withdrawal and product services remained uninterrupted, with clients able to access support and their respective relationship managers at all times. This seamless continuity was a testament to the team’s preparedness and efficiency, even under extreme pressure.
Industry Unity in Support of Bybit
The crypto industry rallied around Bybit, demonstrating a united front against security threats. Major exchanges blacklisted the hacker’s wallets, preventing further movement of stolen funds. This unprecedented show of unity underscores the growing maturity of the crypto sector, where competitors become allies in times of need.
Client Fund Protection
Despite the significant scale of the hack, Bybit’s 1:1 reserve guarantee ensured that client assets remained fully intact. Bybit CEO Ben Zhou reassured users that Bybit is solvent and can cover the loss, emphasizing that all client assets are backed on a one-to-one basis. This guarantee demonstrates Bybit’s financial stability and commitment to user security.
Regulatory and Law Enforcement Collaboration
Bybit worked closely with regulators and law enforcement agencies to address the hack. This collaboration not only facilitated a swift response but also set a precedent for future cooperation between the crypto industry and regulatory bodies. As the incident unfolds, further developments are expected from this front, potentially leading to enhanced security measures and regulatory frameworks.
Rapid Recovery
Bybit demonstrated remarkable resilience in the face of the crisis, processing over 350,000 withdrawal requests efficiently within 12 hours of the hack. Despite the surge in withdrawal requests, the exchange ensured that all transactions were completed without significant delays, showcasing the team’s professionalism and experience in managing critical incidents. Bybit’s operations quickly returned to normal, with client activity rebounding to pre-hack levels within 24 hours. This swift recovery underscores the trust that clients and investors have in Bybit’s crisis management capabilities, highlighting the exchange’s ability to maintain stability even in the most challenging circumstances
Bybit’s handling of the recent hack sets a new industry standard for crisis management. The exchange’s ability to turn a potentially disastrous event into a demonstration of resilience and transparency is a testament to its long-standing culture of responsibility and openness. This incident highlights not just Bybit’s operational excellence but also the growing maturity and unity of the crypto industry as a whole.
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SINGAPORE, Feb. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In the wake of the recent $1.5 billion hack affecting a major cryptocurrency exchange, HTX hosted a live discussion on X and its Global Advisor Justin Sun addressed the growing security concerns in the cryptocurrency industry. The discussion, titled “Together Against Industry Crisis, Is There a Best Solution for the Security of the Crypto Industry?” featured insights from leading security firms SlowMist and GoPlus Security, as well as prominent KOLs.
Security: A Top Priority for HTX
Sun stressed that security is a “top priority”, demanding constant vigilance and learning. He illustrated how hacker tactics have evolved, from early hot wallet attacks to more sophisticated multi-signature wallet breaches, and declared that exchanges must continuously enhance their security protocol.
Sun emphasized that security is like personal health management, requiring internal efforts and a proactive approach. HTX has implemented multi-device login, remote login alerts, abnormal transfer alerts, and other security features, and has publicly disclosed Merkle Tree Proof of Reserve (PoR) for 28 consecutive months, maintaining reserve ratios exceeding 100%.
Sun’s Influence on Security Practices Across the Crypto Landscape
Sun’s commitment to security extends to his vision for HTX and his influential role in shaping security practices across the broader crypto landscape. He believes that the principle of security is considered fundamental to every business and product. He cited the early implementation of native multi-signature functionality in TRON as a successful example of proactive security design, demonstrating his commitment to building security into the foundation of his projects. He also highlighted the recent launch of USDD 2.0, emphasizing the deep understanding of stablecoin security risks that informed its development. “Just as exchanges should strengthen security mechanisms from the source in system design and operation, to maximize the prevention of security incidents,” Sun stated.
Sun also revealed that HTX collaborates with numerous white hat teams to conduct continuous penetration testing, security drills, and vulnerability mining. The platform actively monitors global cryptocurrency security incidents and studies hacker attack principles and methods for effective prevention.
Addressing the Situation and Industry Cooperation
Regarding the controversy surrounding CZ’s suggestion for the affected exchange to suspend withdrawals, Sun acknowledged the validity of the advice from an exchange perspective. He explained that the initial hours after a security breach are crucial for investigating the issue and ensuring safety. While suspending withdrawals is necessary to eliminate risks, the suspension period should be minimized to reduce user impact.
Sun called for closer cooperation between exchanges, security agencies, and the community to jointly address hacker threats, promote technological sharing, security innovation, and information exchange, and promote the healthy and sustainable development of the industry.
HTX’s Commitment to User Safety
HTX demonstrates its commitment to security through a proactive and continuously improving approach. The platform’s multi-faceted security strategy encompasses collaboration with leading security experts, rigorous ongoing monitoring, robust internal protocols, and a focus on enhancing multi-signature support, security alerts, and mitigating emerging threats such as hashtag scams. This comprehensive strategy reflects HTX’s dedication to safeguarding user assets and fostering a secure and reliable trading environment. This commitment was further emphasized by the specific security protocol requirements shared by Justin Sun at the February 21st Meetup in Hong Kong.
About HTX
Founded in 2013, HTX has evolved from a virtual asset exchange into a comprehensive ecosystem of blockchain businesses that span digital asset trading, financial derivatives, research, investments, incubation, and other businesses.
As a world-leading gateway to Web3, we harbor global capabilities that enable us to provide users with safe and reliable services. Our growth strategy – “Global Expansion, Thriving Ecosystem, Wealth Effect, Security & Compliance”, underpins our commitment to providing quality services and values to virtual asset enthusiasts worldwide.
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