Art For Your Home At Any Budget
August 5, 2022
In the words of Sondheim, “art isn’t easy…it’s a major decision” – and even though this line refers to the art of making art, one could also say that acquiring art isn’t exactly easy. It starts with knowing where to find the pieces you love that also fit your budget and might even increase in value. Despite the uneasiness that financial turbulence and price fluctuations can stir up, experts report that the art market has not only recovered from the impact of COVID, but sales are trending toward bullish. With the notion that prices will continue to rise, now just might be the time to start or expand your art collection.
No matter what your budget might be, the art-loving concierge team of LIVunLtd put together this collection of a few of our favorite, trusted resources for buying, installing and even renting art.
PURCHASING ART
Whether you are looking to purchase a classic, old master painting or a unique art piece from a new, emerging artist, we’ve rounded up a few of the most beloved art galleries and marketplaces in the city.
Sugarlift + High Line Nine
From modern, contemporary abstract paintings to highly realistic still lifes or landscapes, Sugarlift and High Line Nine offer something for everyone’s taste. Sugarlift is an art gallery and online marketplace that makes it easy to collect art from today’s best contemporary artists, and High Line Nine is NYC’s leading experiential gallery – an interdisciplinary and dynamic collection of nine skylit exhibition spaces located in Chelsea’s premier gallery district. Here, you can collect beautiful, unique artworks from emerging artists for your home and even attend one-of-a-kind events in collaborations with the city’s top cultural institutions. PS – Sugarlift was also named winner by unanimous vote of the Curatorial Excellence Award for best booth at the Affordable Art Fair, Spring 2022!
ART FORMS OFFERED: Paintings on Canvas, Panel, and Paper; Furniture
PRICE RANGE: $1,500 – $15,000
LOCATION: Gallery located at 508 W 28th Street + Online Art Marketplace
SERVICES OFFERED: Sugarlift’s Art Advisory is renowned for being the top-rated art advisory in New York City. When you connect with their team, your Sugarlift art advisor will begin by scheduling a consultation to understand the space you’re looking for, your budget, and style preferences. They then will then make custom recommendations for you to review and create previews for you to visualize the art in your space. When you find the perfect piece for your home, they will then oversee everything from framing to delivery and installation with their team of NYC-based art handlers.
Artspace
From the internationally recognizable to artists on the cusps of their careers, Artspace offers a selection of artworks from some of the best names in contemporary fine art that will please any level of collector. Artspace works with some of the most well-known names in cultural institutions, museums, and galleries around the world including The Metropolitan Museum of Art, El Museo del Barrio, Dieu Donné and more to create, foster, and preserve an affordable and sustainable space for both artists and arts + cultural institutions.
ART FORMS OFFERED: Print; Photography; Painting; Sculpture; Mixed Media; Living Space
PRICE RANGE: $50 – $750,000
LOCATION: Online Marketplace
SERVICES OFFERED: In addition to hosting online Auctions from the best galleries and artists around the world each year, the Artspace Magazine also releases daily art news, ideas, and education that focus on contemporary art, artists, galleries, events, and the international art market.
Uprise Art
Forget the cold white walls, Uprise Art brings the gallery experience to you. Uprise Art is an art gallery that helps you discover original contemporary artwork by emerging artists for the spaces where you live and work. Their team of in-house art advisors curate for individual collectors, corporate collections & architectural projects around the world. Featuring an online gallery and free of charge personal art advisors, Uprise Art has made art collecting easier than ever.
ART FORMS OFFERED: Painting; Photography; Mixed Media; Print; Drawing; Sculpture; Installation
PRICE RANGE: $200 – $15,000 ; Has an ‘Art Under $800’ section
LOCATION: Showroom located at 264 Canal Street, New York + Online Art Marketplace
SERVICES OFFERED: Schedule an Exhibition Visit to see Uprise Art’s current exhibition and other artwork on view. Schedule a one-on-one Artwork Viewing where a dedicated art advisor will help you find the perfect piece. Schedule an In-Home Art Advisory appointment to connect with a personal art advisor from home to help you find the perfect artwork.
Artsy
Dedicated to creating a joyful, welcoming experience that connects collectors with the artists and artworks they love, Artsy believes that the process of buying art should be as brilliant as art itself. Artsy is the leading marketplace to discover, buy, and sell fine art, and includes an incredible art selection from galleries like Gagosian, ACA Galleries, and more! Here, you have the option to browse artwork by movement, medium, or artist nationality and region – making art shopping easier than ever before.
ART FORMS OFFERED: Painting, Prints, Photography, Sculpture, Mixed Media, Design
PRICE RANGE: Under $5,000 to price upon request ; Shop by Category: Under $5000 | $5,000 – $10,000 | $10,000 – $25,000 | $25,000 – $50,000 | $50,000+
LOCATION: Online marketplace
SERVICES OFFERED: Artsy offers unique Viewing Rooms; premium Auctions; Galleries, Fairs, and Shows across the globe; and even NFT Auctions!
Christie’s
Renowned for being the world’s leading art and luxury business, Christie’s is beloved and trusted for its live and online auctions, as well as its bespoke private sales. Christie’s offers a full portfolio of global services to its clients, including art appraisal, art financing, international real estate and education. Spanning more than 80 art and luxury categories, Christie’s has a physical presence in 46 countries, throughout the Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Asia Pacific, with flagship international sales hubs in New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris and Geneva.
ART FORMS OFFERED: More than 80 art and luxury categories
PRICE RANGE: $200 to over $100 million
LOCATION: 46 physical locations ; New York location is 20 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10020 ; Online Art Marketplace
SERVICES OFFERED: Christie’s Private Sales offer a seamless service for buying and selling art, jewelery and watches outside of the auction calendar, working exclusively with Christie’s specialists at a client’s individual pace. Christie’s also offers around 350 Auctions annually in more than 80 categories, including all areas of fine and decorative arts, jewelry, photographs, collectibles and more.
Sotheby’s
Established in 1744, Sotheby’s is the world’s largest, most trusted and dynamic marketplace for art and luxury. Sotheby’s reputation for trust and authenticity is backed by their unparalleled global network of specialists spanning 40 countries and 44 departments, including Modern and Impressionist Art, Contemporary Art, Old Masters and more. Guided by their forward-thinking spirit of innovation, Sotheby’s hosts more than 600 auctions annually and offers a cross-category selection of items available for immediate purchase via both digital and physical shopping experiences in addition to private sales.
ART FORMS OFFERED: Paintings; Photographs; Prints + Multiples; Interiors; Collectibles
PRICE RANGE: $400 – $150,000
LOCATION: Locations across the globe ; New York location is 1334 York Avenue, New York, NY 10021 ; Online Art Marketplace
SERVICES OFFERED: Sotheby’s Auctions handle sales in more than 50 categories including Antiquities, Old Master Paintings, Contemporary Art and more. Sotheby’s also offers Private Sales that operate outside of the traditional auction calendar and offer you the freedom to collect world-class works any day of the year.
RENTING ART
Wanting to integrate art into your home, but not sure where to start? We’ve got you covered – here are some of our favorite art rental vendors in the city.
Curina
With Curina, you can build your portfolio of art assets through rental without upfront commitment. Curina assists you every step of the way to build your art collection and provides consultation to help you find the art that you love. Here, you have the opportunity of choosing from three plans a month – Small – $38/mo, Medium – $88/mo, or Large – $148/mo – and the best part is that you can buy-out, swap-out, or return your art at any time!
Creative Art Partners
Creative Art Partners is redefining the way art is accessed, enjoyed and shared by empowering more individuals to become a part of the art conversation by offering art as a service rather than just a product. Creative Art Partners provides innovative art rental solutions for leading Residential, New Development, Workspace and Hospitality projects across North America and features clients such as Four Seasons, Facebook, Zero Bond, and RCA Records.
ART SERVICES
Looking for a trusted vendor to install, hang, or ship your favorite art pieces? Here are a few of our favorite, tried-and-true art service vendors we’ve worked with in the city.
UOVO
UOVO offers a complete suite of art services, including transportation and shipping, installation, packing, and collection management. Their approaches are tailored to the needs of each client and collection, and they are able to install anything from a single painting to a monumental sculpture using specialized rigging equipment!
SERVICES OFFERED: Complete suite of Art Services including Installation, Packing + Crating, Collection + Project Management.
Cadogan Tate
Cadogan Tate’s reputation as shippers and storers of fine art is built on providing exemplary service to collectors, galleries and museums around the world. Whether you’re looking to ship furniture or a vast collection of priceless art, Cadogan Tate has the unrivaled expertise to ensure that your belongings can be shipped from point A to point B with absolute assurance and efficiency.
SERVICES OFFERED: Cadogan Tate offers Storage Services, Designer Services, Fine Art Logistics Services, Moving Services, and Shipping Services.
Crozier
Serving the artworld ecosystem through a strategic network that spans North America and Europe, Crozier is the global leader in fine art storage and logistics. By design and execution, Crozier can meet the needs of any collection, whether private or institutional, offering unparalleled technical expertise in the handling, installation and storing of art.
SERVICES OFFERED: Crozier’s Art Logistics services are tailored and executed to protect the value and integrity of all collections and include services such as storage, installation, transportation and more. Crozier’s Art Services team works closely with each client to devise a plan that best accommodates their needs and includes services such as digital solutions, project management, and legacy protection.
Feeling inspired?
Everything here and more can be arranged by us, and you can send your art request through the LIV app, our web portal, or by emailing or calling us directly. We look forward to assisting you!
