Revealed: The Irish auctions putting affordable art in the frame

Auctions with art of lower monetary value have become a key part of the market in Ireland and globally, writes Des O'Sullivan

'La Tristesse du Roi', a poster by Henri Matisse, from the online sale by Lot 100.

Big-ticket art is a headline-grabber even in a year like this, when the top end of the market is relatively slim. Sales with estimates of up to €5,000 do not grab the same level of attention and often operate under the radar.

Auctions with art of lower monetary value have become a very important part of the art market in Ireland and right around the world. Interest in art has grown exponentially as more and more people collect and enjoy an enduring fascination with art.