"Bottazzi's collection reflects his global biography, with deep holdings of abstraction and conceptual photography from Western Europe, the US, and East Asia, including works by Robert Motherwell and Simon Hantaï."
"For Bottazzi, deep collecting means the enduring support of Ay-o, the 96-year-old Japanese artist whose rainbow-patterned paintings symbolize an anti-elitist approach to art-making."
"Bottazzi emphasizes that collecting is not about ticking off boxes; it's about making a difference in an artist's life, ensuring that his collection is meaningful and impactful."
Jean-Marc Bottazzi grew up in a cultural desert but developed a passion for art, influenced by his brother, painter Guillaume Bottazzi. Now based in Hong Kong, his collection includes around 1,000 works, emphasizing abstraction and conceptual photography from various regions. He supports artists like Ay-o, reflecting a commitment to meaningful collecting rather than mere accumulation. Bottazzi's philosophy centers on making a difference in artists' lives, as he actively engages with their work and contributes to exhibitions.
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