Listed Artists: Artists Selling Well Today
In the art world, there are thousands of listed artists. Our site will not go over every artist. We list some of the many artists who had oil paintings in the major New York auction houses this year.
If you have a painting by one of these artists and need assistance, we can help contact a specialist at a major auction house, private buyer, or gallery. Do not be discouraged if the artist is not listed; we have not covered every artist, and many do not have paintings at auction every year.
Paintings by listed artists usually need expert evaluation to confirm authenticity. Many artists have a person or group responsible for authenticating their work. Inclusion in the artist’s catalogue raisonné can help prove authenticity and assist with a sale.
Artists are listed alphabetically by last name.
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Listed artists: quick answers
- What is a listed artist?
- A listed artist is one whose work has a documented record, such as auction sales, gallery exhibitions, museum collections or entries in artist reference books and databases. Being listed makes it easier to research and value a painting.
- How do I find out if my painting is by a listed artist?
- Look for a signature, date and any labels or inscriptions on the back. Search our list alphabetically by last name. If the artist is not here, that does not mean the painting has no value; send us photos and we can help check records.
- What is a catalogue raisonné?
- A catalogue raisonné is a complete, scholarly list of an artist's known works. Being included in it helps confirm a painting is authentic and can make a sale easier.
- Where do paintings by listed artists sell?
- Major auction houses, specialist galleries and private buyers. The right place depends on the artist, the subject and the price range.