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Auction Site-Inspired Artworks

Sentimental Value by Emily Spivack Finds Stories on eBay

— August 22, 2013 — Pop Culture
First a blog and now a curated art gallery of precious modern artifacts--modern in regards to ancient artifacts--Sentimental Value is a collection eBay items that have a special story behind them. Created by Emily Spivack, a writer based in New York City, Sentimental Value shows just how much art and treasure surrounds people on a daily basis.

Inspired to dig deeper while browsing eBay one day, Spivack stumbled upon a picture of one of the sellers. Instead of filling in the blank behind this nameless woman's life, she contacted her and received and interesting tale about the item on sale. Thus, Sentimental Value was born.

23 pieces from the Sentimental Value collection is currently being exhibited at the Philadelphia Art Alliance. Spivack observes, "The garments have become art objects. Viewers are provided with a stripped-down set of details, which they use to construct their own narratives."
Trend Themes
1. Curated Artifact Collections - Creating curated collections of artifacts with special stories behind them, like Sentimental Value, allows for a unique and sentimental art experience.
2. Storytelling in Art - Using art to tell stories and evoke emotions, as demonstrated by Sentimental Value, creates a deeper connection between the viewer and the artwork.
3. Online Marketplaces for Art - Exploring online marketplaces, such as eBay, for sourcing unique and meaningful art pieces opens up new opportunities for artists and collectors alike.
Industry Implications
1. Art Galleries - Art galleries can leverage the concept of curated artifact collections, like Sentimental Value, to create innovative and emotionally engaging exhibitions.
2. Fashion Industry - The fashion industry can draw inspiration from the concept of storytelling in art, as showcased by Sentimental Value, to create unique and narrative-driven fashion collections.
3. E-commerce Platforms - E-commerce platforms, such as eBay, can explore partnerships with artists and art curators to promote and sell one-of-a-kind art pieces with special stories, like those featured in Sentimental Value.
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