Yes! I'd add that the sales themselves are often during working hours, but there's viewings in the days/weeks leading up to the sales which are a SUPERB way to

Yes! I'd add that the sales themselves are often during working hours, but there's viewings in the days/weeks leading up to the sales which are a SUPERB way to view some world-class art for free. There's also a lot of surprisingly affordable work available (hundreds/low thousands for prints from famous artists). And you can always consign it back to the auction house and get the majority of your investment back (and then some, if you're lucky).