How to Sell Artwork Online

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Selling artwork online requires some homework but it can be financially rewarding.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Step1
Get your artwork appraised. Look up "Art Appraisers" in the phone book or online. This may cost several hundred dollars depending on the type of artwork.
Step2
Look up "Auction House" online. The top auction houses are Christie's, Sotheby's and Butterfield & Butterfield. A less expensive route may be eBay or MSN Auctions.
Step3
Contact the auction houses. Ask if they handle your type of artwork, how much they charge and any other pertinent information they can give you.
Step4
Select an auction house. You will be responsible for the shipment of the artwork to the auction house. If you use eBay or MSN Auctions, you will determine the method of shipment when you input the listing for your artwork.
Step5
Set the opening bid price, which is the lowest price you will take for the artwork.
Step6
Wait for the bidding to begin.

Tips & Warnings

  • You can sell an item reserve, which requires the bidding reach a certain level or you don't have to sell.
  • You may be required to provide proof of ownership such as purchase papers or estate papers identifying the artwork.
  • Always insure your artwork when shipping it.

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on 8/13/2006 Research completed items on eBay and see what is hot in the market. Make sure to present yourself professionally, and always offer a money back guarantee. You must have your customers feel safe and absolutely secure about their purchase.

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