Famous artists' names make their art worth a lot.

Some people buy art as an investment because its value can go up.

Some people buy art as an investment because its value can go up.

Good art skills, creativity, and new ideas make art expensive.

Old art or art with a big story behind it can be very valuable.

Rich people and big organizations buy a lot of art, which affects prices.

Rich people and big organizations buy a lot of art, which affects prices.

Prestige: Owning expensive art signifies status.

Demand: High demand increases competition and prices.

Demand: High demand increases competition and prices.

Material Costs: Expensive materials contribute to price.

Material Costs: Expensive materials contribute to price.

Symbolism: Emotional and symbolic value increases desirability 

Symbolism: Emotional and symbolic value increases desirability