In the luminous galleries of Christie’s New York, where history’s whispers often intertwine with the palpable buzz of the contemporary, the Art + Tech Summit poised itself at this fascinating confluence. There, under the soft glow of thoughtfully arranged lights, artificial intelligence not just stepped, but rather leapt into the spotlight—an arena once exclusively reserved for oils and brushes, marbles and chisels.

This year's summit, enigmatically themed around the disruptive powers of A.I., attracted an eclectic amalgamation of artists, technologists, and connoisseurs, all eager to peel layers off the enigma that A.I. continues to be. Christie’s, a venerable institution synonymous with artistic heritage, morphed seamlessly into a forum for futuristic discourse, proving once again that art is not just about preservation, but evolution.

The presentations unfurled a tapestry of possibilities painted by A.I. in the modern creative realm. From algorithms that can predict art market trends to neural networks capable of generating hauntingly evocative artworks, the summit was nothing short of a cerebral banquet. Yet, amid this exuberant technological exposition, there lingered a subtle air of disquiet—a collective pondering on the utility of A.I. in art.

One might argue that the beauty of art lies in its ability to evoke the irreplaceable human spirit—something machines have yet to learn. Critics and purists question, not without merit, whether the soul of art can truly reside in the binary heartbeats of computers. Can A.I. artists, with their silicon brains and coded instincts, capture the abstract poignancy of human experiences as effectively as their flesh-and-blood counterparts?

The summit did not provide clear answers but instead offered a platform for more questions, more debates. It was a reminder that in the labyrinth of innovation, every answer leads to new questions. Perhaps that is the beauty of such forums—igniting conversations that challenge our perceptions and push the boundaries of what art can be in the Age of Information.

As we step back into the cobblestone streets, away from the ethereal confines of Christie's, the dialogue continues—within us, amongst us. A.I.’s role in art, its potential, limitations, and enigmatic allure, remains a captivating mystery, much like art itself—a pursuit of answers where the questions may, in the end, be more profound than their resolutions.