Collector's guide
Buying art direct from an artist
Buying direct gives you the clearest route to the person who made the work. A few simple checks make the process straightforward.
Check what you are buying
Confirm whether the work is an original, a limited edition or an open-edition print, along with the medium, dimensions, framing and whether a certificate is included.
Confirm the full cost
Ask about delivery, insurance, lead time and any import charges before paying. Prices and availability on this directory are a guide; the artist's website is authoritative.
Keep the record
Retain the invoice, description, care notes and edition information. These details form the useful history of the piece.