Are higher-priced artworks actually worth it?

The question of whether an artwork is "worth it" depends on what you believe art is for.

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Framing your concept of value

If art is viewed purely as decoration, then value may be measured primarily by aesthetics. But for many collectors, original art offers something deeper. It provides a connection to an artist they admire, to ideas, emotions, and perspectives that continue to reveal themselves over time.

Higher-priced artworks are often more expensive because of factors such as rarity, demand, artistic development, and professional recognition. These factors can contribute to value, but they do not automatically make a work meaningful to every collector.

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What makes art priceless

The most rewarding purchases often happen when both objective and personal value align. A collector recognises the quality of the work while also feeling a genuine connection to it.

David Roman's art is not created with the goal to simply fill a space. The work explores questions about human identity, agency, and meaning during a period when technology increasingly shapes how people see themselves and each other.

With contemporary life being so optimised for efficiency, art can become a space for reflection. It invites people to slow down, engage with complexity, and reconnect with aspects of themselves that cannot be quantified.

The value of a painting is therefore not limited to its market price. Its real value often emerges through the conversations it sparks, the emotions it evokes, and the perspectives it continues to offer years after it enters a collection.

A higher price may reflect greater demand or artistic development. But the most important question is often simpler: does this work continue to matter to you every time you encounter it?

If the answer is yes, the value may extend far beyond its cost.