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Eight affordable ways to start your art collection

Styling a large room with art. (Courtesy)

Owning beautiful works of art is every art lover's dream. With a gallery wall of paintings here and ceramic bowls on a bookshelf there, many enthusiasts want to go home with the pieces they spend hours looking at in exhibitions. While a work of art can cost a fortune, you can still build your collection within your budget.

Start by collecting smaller creations. Miniature paintings usually cost a little less than large ones. Some artists will agree to be paid in instalments, or you can just go for the huge works. Street vendors sell good paintings at affordable prices. Here are other ways to start your art-collecting adventure.

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