answer:Wow, art is such a broad topic. Do you mean it in general, or more like fine arts, craft shows, artisan-style products, that sort of thing…? In some cases, a piece of art is hideously expensive to produce (i.e. glass work, etc.). The price there could be an effort to offset the cost of materials. In other cases, it could be about artificially-inflated value. You will probably pay more for a hand-painted seashell on your trip to the coast for its future sentimental value, or lay down serious cash for a painting done by a well-known artist. That sort of thing. I’m curious what sorts of responses you’ll be getting! :)