HONG KONG -- China's art sales slumped last year as harsh COVID-19 curbs and declining wealth in a slowing economy hurt demand.
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Art Basel's Hong Kong event drew 86,000 visitors this year after the government lifted coronavirus restrictions. © Reuters
HONG KONG -- China's art sales slumped last year as harsh COVID-19 curbs and declining wealth in a slowing economy hurt demand.