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That would probably reduce the total value, so there are some disincentives.

• bryanrasmussen 4y ago
  If it diminished the total value, then why did it happen? Other comments here seems to suggest it happens because it increases the total value.
  • freetime2 4y ago
    Could be a difference in long-term vs short-term outlook. In the short term, cutting it up and selling it in pieces increases the number of potential buyers, which probably helps to fetch a higher price. But in the long term, you may be able to fetch a higher price by keeping it intact - especially if fully intact works become increasingly rare due to people cutting them up in pursuit of short term gains.
    • dmix 4y ago
      Yes, exactly. It’s only done to find a buyer quickly.