Art Market Moods: Who Leads and What Might Happen Next

People currently seem to think that Pablo Picasso will stay on top when it comes to total auction sales, while Andy Warhol and Jean-Michel Basquiat are seen as unlikely to reach that spot. The mood around Warhol is doubtful, and Basquiat is viewed with similar skepticism.

When it comes to the two big auction houses, expectations appear to be leaning toward Sotheby's having a higher total than Christie's. The feeling is fairly clear, with many seeing Sotheby's as favored in the upcoming period.

Regarding the Turner Prize, the outlook for the named artists is not positive. People currently seem to think that Simeon Barclay, Kira Freije, and Marguerite Humeau are unlikely to win, with the general view being doubtful for each. The conversation suggests the prize may go to someone else.

About Banksy, there is a lean toward the idea that a new mural or street piece will show up soon. For individual works, opinions on Andy Warhol's Flowers are split, with a slight tilt toward yes. Roy Lichtenstein's Green Head is viewed more favorably, with many expecting it to clear the set level. Helen Frankenthaler's Return and Exit leaves observers divided, showing no clear direction.