Sběratelství umění: motivace českých sběratelek umění k nákupu uměleckých děl

The Bachelor's thesis focuses on art collecting with an emphasis on female private collectors and their motivation to purchase art works. The objective of this work is to investigate the motivation, goals, values, and specific decision-making processes of female collectors. The theoretical section delves into the art market, supply and demand, and provides definitions of basic terminology such as collecting, museums and galleries. Additionally, it examines women's economic opportunities in the Czech Republic and the psychological factors that affect their decision-making processes. The practical section employs a qualitative methodology that utilizes semi-structured interviews. It presents the individual respondents and their motivation, goals, and values. The conclusion of the Bachelor's thesis presents the information obtained about motivation and goals of female art collectors in the Czech Republic.