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An art agent is an agent who represents artists. The agent functions by attempting to sell the works of an artist, or to otherwise find lucrative opportunities for the artist. The two parties have a contract worked out, where the agent takes a cut of the sales from all works, which may vary, depending on the relationship.

It is in the art agent's best interests to sell the works of the artist. The relationship is seen as a win-win for both the artist and the agent.

Many unrecognized artists, no matter how talented, may find it hard to find an art agent willing to sell their works. Art agents select their artist not based on their talent but the likelihood their works will sell.^{[original research?][citation needed]}

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