Archive for June, 2009

Art Auction locations?

I'm an artist, and as many artist know, I'm having a hard time trying to find a place to sell my work. Does anyone know of any websites that tell when local art auctauctions are coming up? I live in the Houston (TX) area so if anyone around here knows of any upcoming auctions let [...]

How do I auction off my netzuke art?

I have several pieces of netzuke art that I would like to sell,
I would suggest getting it appraised and offering it on eBay once or twice. If it is of great value, then find an honest and reputable auction house.
If I were rich I'd make an offer you could not refuse because I love netsuke.
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how much do artists profit from having their art works sold in an art auction?

If you mean how much money- the auction house probably takes a fixed percentage. say 20% to 50% of the sale price.
If you mean is it worthwhile -it’s usually good promotion for the artist as it’s a public sale and it establishes a value for your work in the future.
It increases the crediblilty of your [...]

How much should you charge as an entrance fee for a silent art auction?

It's a fundraiser for a fledging org that wants to be nonprofit. All of the art is is from local (but probably unknown) artists of all types. I was thinking $10 (it's in a rich town), but the real organizers think $2. It's at night, and there will be food.
3$
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I'm trying to identify the artists for four large modern art glass vases I purchaed at an auction.?

I purchased four large modern art glass vases/vessels at an estate auction a few weeks ago. I can't find an artist's signature on the vases. Does anyone know if glass artists usually signs their work? These are beautiful, bold colored vases with swirls and peacock designs. Each one stands over [...]

Starting Your Own Internet Business

Whether you have operated a bricks & mortar business previously or are only just now intent on trading in the real world, you have no doubt already weighed the pros and cons of Internet Business, with the pros coming out in front.  Your product research has paid off and all you need now is Internet [...]

Understanding The Appeal Of Used Car Online Auctions

Used car online auctions are one of the hottest trends sweeping across the auction industry right now. You can find great bargains in a matter of minutes, while comfortably seated in front of your PC and with just a few clicks of the mouse! And since many online auctions regularly close car deals every day, [...]

Finding Bargains On Leather Jackets On The Net

If you are a person who is interested in style and smart looking clothes, you likely have oftentimes found yourself interested in leather jackets. If you are looking for leather jackets, but do not want to spend an arm and a leg in the process, you may be looking for ways in which you [...]

I need to find a gallery or auction house in Basel Switzerland, that would deal in 18th century art.?

I have three small 18th cent. portraits of a prominent Basel family, Lucas Sarasin, his wife and daughter, of La Maison Bleu in Basel. I would like to sell them, and need to find an art dealer or auction house in Basel. Can anyone help?
I understand your request to sell your paintings in Basel (where [...]