How do I buy on Artsy?

Artsy provides four 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,” “Buy now,” “Make offer,” or “Contact gallery” on the artwork page. If you don’t see a button, the work is no longer available for sale.

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.

Buy it now

Thousands of works can be acquired with the click of a button via Buy Now, Artsy’s seamless and secure checkout system. Once you complete checkout, the gallery that listed the work will confirm your order within 72 hours. To learn more, read our guide.

Make an offer

With upfront shipping information, secure payment through Artsy, and fast seller responses, Make Offer is the easiest way to negotiate prices with a gallery. Simply enter your suggested price and follow the prompts, and the gallery will respond within 72 hours. To learn more, 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.