Blog: Covid-19 and the impact of emerging risks on the art market

Virtual art

The art market has a Covid-sized hole in its sales. Going online may be the key to its future – but it’s risky. Robert Read, head of fine art at Hiscox, explains why insurers can help.

The internet boom has largely bypassed the art business. Digital sales only represent a tiny fraction of the overall business, lagging way behind booming online markets for watches, jewellery and fine

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