How do I buy on Artsy?

Artsy provides three easy ways to buy from galleries, institutions, and auction houses worldwide. If you’re looking at a work, check for a button that says “Bid,” “Purchase,” “Make Offer,” or “Contact Gallery” on the artwork page. If you don’t see a button, the work is no longer available for sale. 

Secure Checkout 

Artsy provides secure checkout through our buying options—Purchase, Make Offer, and Make Offer in Inquiries—which allows collectors to acquire new works and easily negotiate prices with a gallery with the click of a button. Every purchase made exclusively with Artsy’s secure checkout benefits from our full suite of buyer protections, making Artsy the safest place to buy the art you love. To learn more, read our guide.

Bid at auction

A great way to find special works that are rare to the market is by bidding through Artsy’s online auctions. For each work listed in an auction on Artsy, you’ll find a price estimate that can help you guide your bidding. To learn more about bidding, read our guide.

Contact a gallery

Get expert advice straight from a gallery by clicking the “Contact Gallery” button. A gallery representative will provide more information and answer any questions you may have. To learn more, read our guide.