Art Auction Tips

Finding Wholesale Art Auctions Online

Wholesale art is more difficult to come by via online auctions. Most of the wholesale art available online are art prints. If you're looking to buy quite a few prints to decorate a room, then a wholesale art auction may be your best bet. There is also a large market for wholesale oil painting reproductions. These are usually produced overseas and then sold through auctions sites in the USA. Most auctions websites offer these reproductions at wholesale prices. While they may seem like a bargain, their quality, especially in terms of texture, can be pretty uneven. Make sure that you check out the seller's record and feedback rating before buying.

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Ensuring the Quality of the Artwork You Buy Through Online Auctions

The quality of the artwork you buy through online auctions can vary considerably, but with a little savvy research, you can insure that you are purchasing quality artwork.

• First, make sure that you are using a reputable online auction site -- a simple check for proper address and phone information, as well as a Google search for site reviews should suffice.
• Secondly, check the history of the seller that you are using. A reputable seller will have pictures of the artwork, and have a long list of favorable reviews.
• Lastly, you should consider the source of the artwork itself. Most prints tend to have pretty even quality, no matter where they are produced.

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Buying Paintings Through Online Auctions

Both original and reproduction paintings are widely available via online auctions. Reproduction paintings are mostly available as oil paintings, and are often very reasonably priced. You have to be careful, however, of the quality of reproduction paintings. Most are produced overseas, which means that they've often been shipped internationally. Because their original quality may be poor, the shipping conditions can adversely affect the look of the painting. Be careful when selecting reproduction work.

Original paintings are also available through online auction sites. These paintings are generally more expensive, but they are usually of higher quality. An online auction site can be a great way to obtain the work of an up and coming artist. Remember, shipping any kind of artwork can be expensive, and frequently exceeds the cost of the artwork itself.

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Selling Artwork Through Online Auctions

If you are an artist who is just starting out, online auction sites are a great way to sell your artwork and gain exposure. If you are a collector or small gallery owner, online auctions are also a great way to profit from your collection. It is best if you have an appraiser look at your artwork, but this can get expensive, especially if you're an artist in the early stages of your career. You should compile a list of effective keywords that describe your art, in terms of look, medium, and size.

Try out a few searches at a large auction website with these keywords -- if art similar to yours comes up in the search, then you're on the right track. A keyword search will also give you an idea of the prices that art similar to yours is commanding. Compile a description of your work (BE TRUTHFUL), include some high quality photographs, and write a punchy title line for your piece.

Set the starting price for your art at a slightly lower price than that of your competitors, and try and time your auction so that it ends at a time when most people will be home -- either on the weekend or in the evening.

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Choosing an Online Art Auction Site

Choosing an online art auction site is fairly straightforward. First, you need to determine what kind of art you are seeking. Most art available through auction online are art print. If you're looking just for prints, then most large auctions sites will suffice.

If you are looking for a specific kind of work, or work by a particular artist, you may have more luck buying from a site that specializes in artwork. As with any online purchase, you should check to see that the site has a valid street address and contact numbers. You should also select a site that posts seller feedback. Make sure that the seller you select has a good track record and offers a guarantee on the work that they sell.

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Finding Art At Online Auctions

Art is now widely available through online auctions. Although art prints are the most commonly available form of art online,it is also possible to find paintings on canvas, lithographs, serigraphs, and other artwork. Most large online auction sites have sections totally devoted to artwork. Sites that focus primarily on art and/or jewelry, generally have a greater selection. Buying art through an online auction is a great way to decorate your home and discover new artists.

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