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 $1,7 trillion global marketplace for art and collectibles will reach a forecasted $2,1 trillion by 2023.

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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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Raghav Babbar's Artistry: A Compelling Investment Opportunity 
 
Artistic Distinction and Personal Expression 
Raghav Babbar's art stands out as a compelling investment choice due to its unique blend of intensely personal figurative paintings, which draw inspiration from his Indian heritage and the painterly techniques of mid-20th century British art. His lavish application of oil paint creates a rich texture, a testament to his patience in building thick layers. While his technique and relationships with his sitters draw comparisons to British artists of the past, there is more to discover. 
 
Gentle Conversations with Subjects 
In addition to the investment potential of Raghav's art, his interactions with his subjects are marked by their gentleness and grace, mirroring his own quiet and unassuming personality. His subjects often come from his circle of friends and family, as well as ordinary individuals leading everyday lives in India's diverse society. He has a unique ability to elevate and dignify them with remarkable empathy and sensitivity, capturing the purest displays of emotion during their everyday actions. 
 
Mastery of Light and Shadows 
Raghav's choice to depict subjects in daylight is influenced by the way of life in India, steering clear of the sweltering indoor heat and scorching outdoor sun. The diffused sunlight, under which his subjects often find shelter, casts stark shadows that add poignancy and drama to his compositions, further enriching their emotional depth. 
 
Artistic Evolution and Diverse Techniques 
As a young artist, Raghav's style is in a constant state of evolution. He continues to painstakingly build up layers of oil paint, a process that can span up to 15 days before the next layer can be applied. However, certain subjects demand a more immediate and rhythmic approach, prompting him to mix ground chalk with oil paints to expedite the process. His repertoire now extends beyond single figures, encompassing multiple figure compositions, where forms and shapes seamlessly intertwine, and single figure compositions that transition into slightly abstracted patterns, adding variety and depth to his body of work. 
 
Impressive Auction Results 
One of the compelling reasons to consider Raghav Babbar's art for investment is his consistent track record of achieving auction results that far exceed initial estimates. On average, his artwork commands prices that are 15 times higher than the estimated values, making his pieces a potentially lucrative investment opportunity. The artwork "The Coal Seller" was estimated at EUR 22,543 and went under the hammer at Sotheby's for EUR 541,033. 
 
Raghav Babbar's journey as an artist, from his origins in Rohtak to his studies in Singapore and London, is a testament to his dedication and talent. With a continually evolving style and a unique ability to capture the essence of his subjects, his work presents an exciting investment opportunity in the world of contemporary art.

The price of €91,000 includes the Splint Invest platform fee and external maintenance costs of €5,400. €85,600 can be allocated to the painting. 
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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According to "The Global Art Market &amp; COVID-19 Report by Citi Private Bank, 2021", contemporary art turned a profit of 6,7 %, compared to the 5,5 % return of all the other art sectors. 
 
Babbar's works consistently exceed their estimates by a factor of ten or more.

Return

As an investment opportunity, art has consistently outperformed other asset classes such as the S&amp;P 500 and FTSE 100 over the past 20 years. 
 
Art’s lack of liquidity functions favourably for assets with value stability and low correlation with the stock market.

Stability

Our first artwork by Raghav Babbar. The auction prices in 2023 averaged more than 13 times the estimated value.

Raghav Babbar, Pool With No Blue, 2021

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 proceeds exceeded the estimated value by a factor of 10.

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 Advisoy) 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, Pool With No Blue, 2021

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