Sell art from your collection through top auction houses & galleries
How to sell your collection with Artsy
To sell, submit artwork details and images. We will then review and approve qualified submissions for consignment.
If accepted, receive competitive consignment offers from interested auction houses & galleries.
With our expert guidance, choose an offer and sell your artwork with a trusted partner.
With one submission, match with an international network of auction houses & galleries
Artsy has helped thousands of collectors receive offers to get their works sold
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Sell works at one of our upcoming partner sales
Oct 8
For Folk's Sake! Contemporary Artists + American Folk Art Museum: Benefit Auction 2020
Oct 6
New York Academy of Art - Artists for Artists: Benefit Auction 2020
Oct 16
CUE: Benefit Auction 2020
Frequently asked questions
Why consign on Artsy?
Artsy wants to make it seamless and worthwhile to consign and resell art. We partner with premier auction houses and galleries to remove the stress from the selling process, and to give you access to the highest level of service. Our experts match you with the right seller to ensure that you receive the most competitive offers and sales terms.
Are there any fees?
The artwork assessment and matching service that Artsy provides is free of charge. However, once you consign your work to one of our partners, they may charge a standard commission, as well as costs for shipping, insurance, and photography.
What happens once I submit a work?
First, Artsy will review your submission, and notify you if the work is being shared with potential sellers, e.g. auction houses and galleries. We will keep your name and contact information confidential. Next, interested partners will provide estimates and consignment terms with you via Artsy. You can review and respond to the consignment proposal via email. Finally, if you would like to move forward, we will introduce you to the partner to finalize consignment terms directly.
What types of artworks do you accept?
To determine if your work qualifies, our expert staff assesses if your artist’s work has sufficient resale market and demand (the number, recency, and value of auction results). Then we review important authenticity, provenance information and artwork details you provided. We require several images (front, back, signature), unframed dimensions, provenance, and a Certificate of Authenticity, as well as any additional documentation. Generally, we accept artworks valued at $5,000 or more.
How quickly will I hear from Artsy?
If your work is approved, expect to hear from us within 10 business days. Once approved, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to receive an offer from an Artsy partner if they’re interested in selling the work on your behalf. Artsy and its network of auction houses and galleries host auctions year-round, empowering you to sell artwork on your preferred timeline. To learn about the status of your consignment submission, please email consign@artsty.net or call +1 646 797 3423.
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Artworks credits: © The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc. / © Jean-Michel Basquiat / © Joan Miró / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York.