The media and research institutes have been telling us for years that e-commerce is growing exponentially and that many consumers no longer visit stores. But one market has long resisted this trend: the art market. Today, this is less and less the case. You can now follow the trend and buy and sell your works of art, whether paintings, photographs, sculptures, or illustrations, entirely online.
This is an opportunity to get a more comprehensive view of what's on offer, rather than having to visitmultiple galleries, fairs, or auctions. You can find somereal gemsand support up-and-comingcontemporary artists. It's quite a program, but you still need to know the right places to go.
Here is our selection. In recent years,online art saleshave grown significantly, and high-quality websites have appeared on the internet where you can purchase works of art. These sites are more suited to paintings and sculptures sold in traditional galleries, but they have the merit of opening up this market to everyone. The transition to digital is one of the major upheavals in the art market.
Discover our selection of websites for buying and selling artworks below.
ARTSY
It's the gold standard. Unfortunately,Artsyis entirely in English. This is a drawback for French speakers, but it makes up for it with an extremely well-designed website where you can browse numerous galleries, create collections, read fascinating articles, and, of course, make purchases. Stillrelatively unknown in France, Artsy is a huge hit across the Atlantic, offering paintings, photographs, and sculptures to suit all budgets.
ARTSPER
Following the success of Artsy in the United States, another similar website has been launched in France:Artsper. It has decided to focus oncontemporary artistswho are still relatively unknown but have great potential. To do this, the platform draws on a formidablenetwork of European galleries. Artsper is agreat success, enabling its founders to raise more than €300,000.
KAZoART: Art accessible to all
KAZoART is an online platform dedicated to making contemporary art accessible to everyone. Founded in 2015, this digital gallery connects art lovers and emerging artists directly, without intermediaries. KAZoART offers a wide selection of original works of art, ranging from paintings to sculptures, photographs, and drawings. The platform stands out for its commitment to democratizing art by offering unique pieces at affordable prices while guaranteeing exceptional quality. Each work is carefully selected by a committee of experts, ensuring an authentic and enriching experience for buyers. KAZoART is also committed to supporting artists by offering them increased visibility and helping them make a living from their passion. With just a few clicks, KAZoART allows everyone to discover, appreciate, and acquire works of art that bring a touch of creativity and beauty to their everyday lives.
PADDLE8
Another American platform, similar to the previous three.Pladdle8is nonetheless an excellent site with anextensive catalog. Art lovers can register on all platforms to increase their chances of finding that rare gem and compare prices.
Singulart: Contemporary art at your fingertips
Singulart is an online art gallery that is reinventing the way we access contemporary art. Launched in 2017, the platform specializes in selling original works created by international artists. Singulart offers an immersive and personalized experience, allowing collectors and art lovers to discover talent from around the world, ranging from paintings to sculptures, photography, and drawings. What sets Singulart apart is its commitment to supporting artists while making art more accessible. Each work is carefully verified and certified, guaranteeing its authenticity. In addition, Singulart offers dedicated customer service, including decorating advice and secure delivery services. With an intuitive user interface and a wide selection of works, Singulart caters to both new collectors and experts, making the art-buying experience smooth and rewarding. By showcasing renowned and emerging artists, Singulart allows everyone to transform their living spaces with unique and inspiring pieces.
Previous platforms do not allowfreelancers to sell their work. Fortunately, there are also solutions for this, allowing you to supplement your income or even make a comfortable profit if you are recognized by the community. And why not consider subsequently introducing your work to galleries, building on your hard-earned reputation?
BEHANCE
The site dedicated to creative professionals,published by Adobe, hasquickly become "the place to be" for graphic designers, designers, etc. from around the world. It is also possible to sell your work. You benefit fromBehance's large audience, ranked among the top 900 sites in the world.
INPRINT
It also operates through a portfolio system, but these are exclusively dedicated to sales.InPrintis being adopted by more and more artists thanks to its practical features, which support the printing of illustrations in different sizes, delivery, etc.
How can you estimate the value of a work of art?
You will no doubt thank me for these useful marketplace addresses, but you still need to know how much to sell your artwork for, or whether you are being ripped off when you buy one. An undisputed world leader has emerged in this segment, and it is French:Artprice. By connecting with auction houses around the world, Artprice has managed to create a huge database providing transparent information on art prices.