Dallas Art Fair offers first test of collectors' appetites amid Trump's trade war
Briefly

The Dallas Art Fair is taking center stage as the art market faces uncertainty with new tariffs introduced by President Trump. The fair represents a pivotal moment for collectors, many of whom view it as their key buying opportunity of the year. Despite some confusion around tariffs, the announcement of a 90-day pause has brought relief, clarifying that art is largely exempt from duties. However, concerns remain regarding shipping costs and potential future retaliatory tariffs from other countries, making the fair a significant test case for the broader art market.
"It's really difficult to navigate. Everybody wants to do the right thing... Many of our collectors are buying once or twice a year, and their major buying moment is here at the fair."
"There was a sigh of relief from the galleries. Now there's really a clear understanding that art is exempt from the tariffs, and the 90-day-pause provided some clarity for everyone and a moment to breathe."
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