The networks that buy the Tate’s art

Reading through the Tates 2014/15 annual report makes clear how successful the museum has been in building up a vast network of benefactors who sit on its numerous acquisition committees, including the Young Patrons council, Tate Patrons, the International Council and seven international committees (see graphics).
The first international committee founded by the Tate was the North American Acquisitions Committee, which was established in 2001. Funds raised by the committee have enabled the Tate