Art Auctions

How To Select An Art Piece In An Art Auction

Is it abstract art, oil-based painting, impression art etc? It would help you in your art auctions if you knew more about abstract art history, the various abstract art movements. Visit a few fine art auction houses and get a feel for the type of art you are interested in. Art Auction houses will usually provide detailed information on the art piece being auctioned.

For large fine art auction houses such as sotheby, you can be assured that the art piece is already appraised and is authentic. Particularly so for online art auctions where there are many fake art pieces being auctioned.

If you like a fine art being auctioned online, the best way if possible would be to communicate with the art seller before buying.

The Popularity of Art Auctions Online

Art auctions online are gaining widespread popularity because it's easy to browse and buy original art. This attractive site lists all of eBay's live art auctions online with an easy-to-read calendar of events in North America.

World-renowned auctioneer Christie's is another worthwhile place to find an art auction online. You create an account, download bidding software, register for a particular live auction, enter the virtual salesroom and start bidding!

Each auction will list the specialization, for example: look for Impressionist and Modern Art in New York City, sporting art, wildlife, dogs in London or sculptures in Amsterdam. Like Christie's, Canadian auctioneer Heffel offers live auctions online as well. Art auctions online provide easy access to a wide selection of masterpieces for you to cherish, and the art investment can even be passed down to future generations.

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