The Difference between Gallerina and Gallerista

Some significant terminology to note from the DCML piece was Jow’s correct use of the term “Gallerista”, the feminine form of Gallerist. There is a difference in the art market between the Gallerina and the Gallerista (or Dealer).

Gallerina has some negative connotations; or, it can also appear as ultra glamorous (Marc Jacobs did a Gallerina line)…

Gallerista is a totally different game – that’s why when you visit the gallery you’ll see my high heels abandoned to the bottom right corner of my desk, replaced by flats, with a phone to each ear, while typing – and very approachable.

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Tags: art world terminology, Gallerina, Gallerist, Gallerista, Lauren Gentile, Specullector

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One Response to “The Difference between Gallerina and Gallerista”

gallerista Says:
October 25, 2008 at 10:09 pm | Reply
Excellent description I think.

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