This also gives the investor another chance to purchase art from painters in their mid-career.

I am reminded of an investor (note I am not mentioning collectors here....many collectors just buy because they HAVE to have a certain painter or painting) who used to enjoy buying/speculating on artists BEFORE they were famous.

This guy had educated himself in art and had confidence in his taste and ability to find good artists and didn't really care if other folks approved of his selections.

When he asked his niece what she would like for her wedding present she pointed to one of the paintings. It turned out to be a very early Jamie Wyeth. Good choice all around.

Here's to good taste, moderation, and creative work all around, Nance