Thursday, August 04, 2005
Purvis Young
Upon reading about the Rubell gift of 91 paintings by Florida outsider artist Purvis Young to the Tampa Museum of Art, I immediately decided to take another look at his paintings to determine whether I might acquire one. I investigated what was available on line and determined that it would be possible to buy a good quality painting in terms of size and representative subject matter for about $400. However, in looking at said paintings, I was reminded of why I hadn't already purchased a Purvis Young painting. I don't like his work. It seems wispy and his colors are unappealing.
Purvis Young's paintings were already in several well-known museums and the gift to the Tampa Museum of Art can only increase the interest in his work. Despite the fact that he is only 60 and quite prolific, his better paintings are most likely a good investment. However, a painting by Purvis Young won't be joining The Kay Ballard Collection. I only buy what I like. For me, that is the source of a painting's value.
Purvis Young's paintings were already in several well-known museums and the gift to the Tampa Museum of Art can only increase the interest in his work. Despite the fact that he is only 60 and quite prolific, his better paintings are most likely a good investment. However, a painting by Purvis Young won't be joining The Kay Ballard Collection. I only buy what I like. For me, that is the source of a painting's value.
