Article translated by Amritee Mahabir

Ever since the media and commercial exchanges have amplified the horizon of the art world, which was previously confined within the limits of schools and academies, it gave life to a complex and organised trade system for the diffusion of contemporary art.

Article translated by Amritee Mahabir

It seemed utterly incredible when in 2002 Anthony D’Offay decided to close up shop with his gallery in Dering Street in London. After years of activity the famous English art dealer chose “The Guardian” to give the news of his sensational retirement, declaring that perhaps it was the right moment to leave “I am in excellent health and I will continue to muscle in with whatever is happening in the world of art, offering my support”.