For centuries art was collected for its cultural, emotional, intellectual, political and economic value. 
 
Nowadays, collectors and investors turn to art for the benefits it offers such as asset protection, wealth preservation, portfolio diversification, low correlation with financial markets, profitability and other hedging possibilities in addition to its emotional and aesthetic qualities.

According to the Wealth Report 2023 of Knight Frank, the asset category art increased by 29% in 2022 and 91% over the last 10 years.

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Key factors for art as an investment:

Market Size 
The total market value of sales was estimated around $65 billion in 2021.&nbsp;

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Market Growth 
The $2.1 trillion global marketplace for art and collectibles will reach a forecasted $2,9 trillion by 2026.

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Trends 
Many auction houses and galleries shifted online. This has brought younger buyers to the market. Investors in general have increased their interest in art. As a result, the contemporary art market is setting a new trend for the future of art as an investment.

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Splint Invest Platform Fee 
Compensation for the tokenization of the assets, the maintenance as well as the further development of the application and the costs related to the research and maintenance of the expert network. 
 
External maintenance costs 
We are committed to providing the highest standards of storage, maintenance and insurance of your equipment on your behalf. The associated costs will be shared between the splint holders and included as an ongoing cost in relation to each asset. So if you own 1% of a bottle of an art piece, your splint account will be charged 1% of the associated costs. Further details and breakdowns are listed in the factsheet for each investment. 
 
Exit fee 
When you sell an investment, you will be charged a flat fee of 2% of the transaction volume. This includes our expenses for sales on the secondary market, our costs for maintaining this market and our organisation of an asset sale at the end of the contract.

For the sale, the following two options are being considered:

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	<li>Private Sale: The painting is offered directly to private collectors of Babbar's works.</li>
	<li>Auction: The painting will be offered as a single lot at an auction for contemporary art. This option is considered if the price has developed to the point where the minimum bid matches the market value and there is high demand for works by the artist.</li>
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Raghav Babbar's Artistic Merit: An Appealing Investment Prospect

Artistic Excellence and Personal Expression

Raghav Babbar's art emerges as an enticing investment prospect owing to its distinctive fusion of deeply personal figurative paintings, which are imbued with influences from his Indian heritage and the painterly traditions of mid-20th century British art. His generous use of oil paint imparts a sumptuous texture, underscoring his meticulous approach in layering. While his technique and interactions with his subjects evoke parallels with British artists of yore, there remains an abundance to explore.

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Subtle Dialogues with Subjects

Beyond the investment potential of Raghav's art, his engagements with his subjects are characterized by their gentle demeanor and elegance, mirroring his own unassuming and contemplative nature. Frequently drawn from his circle of acquaintances and ordinary individuals navigating the tapestry of Indian society, his subjects are elevated and dignified with remarkable empathy and finesse, capturing the rawest emotions in their everyday moments.

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Mastery of Light and Shade

Raghav's preference for portraying subjects in natural light is influenced by the Indian way of life, circumventing the oppressive indoor heat and harsh outdoor glare. The soft sunlight, under which his subjects often seek refuge, casts striking shadows that lend poignancy and theatricality to his compositions, further enhancing their emotional resonance.

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Artistic Progression and Diverse Methodologies

As a burgeoning artist, Raghav's style is in a perpetual state of refinement. He persistently layers oil paint over extended periods, sometimes spanning up to 15 days before applying the next stratum. Yet, certain subjects necessitate a more immediate and rhythmic approach, prompting him to incorporate ground chalk with oil paints to expedite the process. His repertoire now encompasses multi-figure compositions, where forms seamlessly intertwine, and single-figure depictions that transition into subtly abstracted motifs, injecting variety and depth into his oeuvre.

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Noteworthy Auction Achievements

A compelling rationale for considering Raghav Babbar's art for investment lies in his consistent track record of surpassing auction expectations. On average, his artworks fetch prices that are 15 times higher than their initial estimates, presenting a potentially lucrative investment avenue. For instance, "The Coal Seller," initially estimated at EUR 22,543, fetched an impressive EUR 541,033 at Sotheby's auction. 
 
Raghav Babbar's artistic journey, from his roots in Rohtak to his educational pursuits in Singapore and London, underscores his unwavering dedication and innate talent. With an ever-evolving style and a distinctive knack for capturing the essence of his subjects, his work offers an enticing investment opportunity in the realm of contemporary art.

The price of 93,850 € includes the Splint Invest platform fee and external maintenance costs of 5,550 €. 88,300 € can be allocated to the asset. 
Platform Fee Splint Invest: Compensation for the tokenization of the assets, the maintenance as well as the further development of the application and the costs related to the research and maintenance of the expert network. 
External maintenance costs: Shipping, handling, 4 years storage, and insurance.

Variable Costs

Hedley's, 3 St Leonard's Road, North Acton, London NW10 6SX

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The Art Market report, released by Art Basel &amp; UBS, highlights a consistent growth trend in the worldwide art market. Sales amounted to $67.8 billion in 2022, showing a 3% yearly rise, with an average profit margin of 7.6%. 
 
Notably, Babbar's artworks consistently surpass their estimated values by a factor of ten or greater.

Return

In 2023, the Artprice100 index recorded an increase of 4.2%. 
 
Over the last two decades, art has proven to be a more lucrative investment choice in comparison to assets like the S&amp;P 500 and the FTSE 100.

Stability

As befits a young painter, Raghav's art is constantly evolving. His realistic paintings of everyday scenes have been exhibited in New York, Singapore and Venice.

Raghav Babbar, Time for Work, 2023

As a young artist, Raghav's style is constantly evolving. He continues to patiently apply layers of oil paint, a process that can take up to 15 days before the next layer is applied. The first paintings have already been auctioned at Sotheby's. The demand was so great that the average auction price in 2023 for paintings by Babbar is 311,347 EUR, and the highest auction result is over 541,033 EUR.

Track Record

The art investment advisors of Maddox bring together years of specialist knowledge and practical experience with objective market analysis to offer their clients quality advice and consistent returns. 
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The art investment advisors of Maddox bring together years of specialist knowledge and practical experience with objective market analysis to offer their clients quality advice and consistent returns. 
 
Maddox is known for their sincere enthusiasm, critical thinking, innovative insights and global savoir-faire. A dedicated art advisor will start by understanding the particular goals, interests and passions, which will direct the individual investment path. 
 
The advisor will also account for the investments time frames, acquisition objectives, risk tolerance and personal preferences. Whether one is looking to acquire a Banksy or a Basquiat, a Haring or a Warhol, the team will make sure one finds the right artwork. 
 
From sourcing to selling, the advisor will always provide up-to-date and detailed market analysis and professional guidance throughout the process. Maddox will help to build an art portfolio, manage a collection, value it, decide on a holding period and exit strategy, and finally, make sure to get the most out of the investment.

Maddox Advisory

This is an investment opportunity where we have recalculated the expected performance given by the external expert (Maddox Advisory) and have thus verified that a positive return can be expected after deduction of all costs for storage and insurance.

Furthermore, we have verified the existence, the professional storage and the insurance of the artwork.

Raghav Babbar, Time for Work, 2023

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