The Collector's Corner – Details, episodes & analysis

Have you ever looked at an artwork and wondered, "Could I own something like that?" Welcome to "The Collector's Corner" – your insider guide to the elusive world of art collecting.

Here, passionate collectors from all walks of life invite you into their journeys, sharing their passion for art and individual approach to collecting. "The Collector's Corner" is for anyone curious about the art world and art collecting, from breaking entry barriers to finding hidden gems and making smart investments.

Whether you're a seasoned or aspiring collector, follow and subscribe to "The Collector's Corner" to discover the personal stories behind the collections, as well as tips and advice for getting started.

I’m your host Antonia Piersanti - an art lover and aspiring collector. Starting in September listen to The Collector’s Corner on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and all your favourite podcast platforms.

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In this episode of The Collector's Corner, I am speaking with Corina Krawinkel about her collecting journey.

A dentist by background who owns two dental practices in the Cologne area, Corina started collecting at the age of 19 and is a well-known collector in Germany's contemporary art scene. Her collection which focuses on post-war German art, has grown to include both iconic artists from her generation and emerging talent. In our conversation, Corina talks about how she personally approaches collecting and why historical and contemporary contexts play such an important part in how she selects work. She also values rediscovering overlooked female artists and believes in encouraging a vibrant art community, that she is an active member of.

A passionate collector for many years, Corina shares valuable tips for aspiring collectors, from how to build relationships with gallerists to the importance of research when looking at art.

I learned a lot in my conversation with Corina and hope you enjoy it!

Artists mentioned in the episode and that Corina collects:

• Maxim Gunga
• Isa Genzken
• Grace Weaver
• Adam Lupton
• Jonathan Meese
• Katharina Grosse
• Leonora Carrington
• Anne Imhof
• Alicja Kwade
• Günther Uecker 
• Philara Collection (Bronner family)

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In this episode of The Collector's Corner, I sit down with my friend Vanessa Mauz - a former finance professional turned art collector and co-founder of A.R.C., an art members club aiming to make the art world more accessible.

Vanessa talks openly about why she made this transition, the challenges she encountered as an outsider and why she believes community and relationships is what makes the journey worthwhile. As a young collector, she hopes to grow alongside the artists she supports by focusing on contemporary works from her generation. She also shares her learnings on how to get started while navigating financial constraints. I love how committed Vanessa is to bringing fresh voices into the art scene against perceived elitism and exclusivity - a mission I very much adhere to. I hope you enjoy our conversation!

References mentioned in the episode:

• Staedelclub 
• Malte Zenses
• Schirn Kunsthalle Frankfurt 
• Super Super Markt 
• Kunstmuseum Stuttgart
• Isadora Vogt 
• Sofia Leiby 
• Sophie Reinhold 
• Henning Strassburger 
• Steffen Hildebrand and the Hildebrand Collection

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Today I am speaking with Tobias Gombert at his Berlin home, where he keeps part of his art collection.

Tobias doesn't come from a collecting family, but he started developing his taste at a young age, growing up in Basel at the time where Art Basel started internationalising. Tobias quickly understood the importance of surrounding himself with mentors who taught him how to look at art and guided him through the art world. The inspiration and knowledge he gathered gave him the confidence to launch on his own collecting journey.

Tobias is a perfect example of the new generation of young collectors that are taking centre stage today. He has developed tight relationships with artists, galleries and institutions he values, and has a clear opinion on what it will take for today’s art world players to remain relevant in a shifting art market.

My conversation with Tobias was fascinating and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!

Artists and art references Tobias mentions:

• Foundation Beyeler
• Kai Althoff
• Christian Awe
• Sam Keller, former director of Art Basel
• ManRay
• Staedelschule
• Art Informel
• Anne Imhof
• Neue Nationalgalerie Berlin
• Hamburger Bahnhof Berlin
• KW Institute for Contemporary Art Berlin
• Haus am Waldsee Berlin
• Simon Lehner
• Wilhelm Schuermann

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