Yieldstreet’s fourth art equity fund includes a magnificent painting by Jean-Michel Basquiat, one of the most influential artists of all time. On this episode of The Yield, Yieldstreet’s Art Platform leader Rebecca Fine welcomes Temilayo Butler, Business Development Associate at HarbourView Equities Partners for a discussion about the Basquiat market, black artists more broadly, and democratizing access to art investments.
[1:16] Tami’s career trajectory and the influence of her mother’s art.
[5:00] The inspiration behind Temi’s research and thesis.
[6:27] Disparities in the art market regarding black artists.
[11:51] Art as an alternative investment.
[13:20 Basquiat’s approach to the art market.
[18:02] Reflections on the King Pleasure exhibit.
[19:58] Democratizing access to art investments.