Laura de Gunzburg, a 35-year-old cultural advisor and daughter of arts patron Nathalie de Gunzburg, and Gabriel Chipperfield, a 36-year-old developer and son of architect David Chipperfield, discuss their art collection and collecting philosophy in an interview. The couple, who support institutions like the Dia Art Foundation, Serpentine Galleries, and Turner Contemporary, share insights on their first purchases, rookie mistakes, and the artists they follow, including Alvaro Barrington, Alicja Kwade, and Mary Stephenson.
This article matters because it offers a rare, personal glimpse into the collecting habits of a younger generation of art-world insiders who are navigating their own tastes while carrying significant family legacies. Their emphasis on patience, research, and supporting emerging artists reflects a broader shift away from the fast-paced, speculative art market toward more thoughtful, relationship-driven collecting.