This season, however, the market is still a good one for new collectors.

But these days, the frenzied pitch of the art market means the new collector needs more than just money.

"But at the same time a person can begin a collection here; it is important to introduce new collectors to the market."

By that time the householder would need to buy a new collector.

If you are a new collector or someone who has limited time, an antiques centre is perfect.

But this answers only part of a new collector's need.

This group continues to provide information to new and old collectors alike.

"And a lot of new collectors are entering the market."

"It's a place for new collectors who we wish to support."

Most of the top works went to private collectors faces both old and new.