South African art platform

Discover & collect original art

Art Market brings together local artists, galleries and collectors on a single curated platform. Browse, enquire and bid on original works – we help manage the details in between.

Instead of hunting through endless profiles and DMs, you work with a central contact. We keep buyer details private, communicate with artists and galleries on your behalf, and help move each piece from wall to wall.

Why buy original art?
Enquiries and bids go through the platform – we keep everyone protected.
Why original art

More than just something on the wall

Screens are everywhere. Prints are cheap. Original art is different – it brings story, presence and value into a space.

Transforms a space

A painting or photograph chosen with care changes how a room feels. It adds warmth, personality and a focal point guests remember.

Supports real artists

Behind every piece is a person who has invested years into their craft. Buying original work helps South African artists keep creating.

Holds a story

Why it was made, what inspired it, how it came to you – each artwork carries a story that becomes part of your home or collection.

How the platform works

Enquire, bid, collect

Art Market is designed so buyers, artists and galleries all stay protected while deals still move forward.

Browse curated works

Explore artists and artworks by style, medium or location. Each listing shows clear information, minimum price and availability.

Send an enquiry or bid

Use the platform to ask about a piece or place a bid above the minimum price. Your details come to us – not directly to the artist or gallery.

We handle the follow‑up

We speak with the artist or gallery, discuss options with you, and help coordinate viewings, payment and delivery.

Frequently asked questions

Who do I communicate with?

All initial communication runs through Art Market. We keep your contact details private and only share what's necessary once there is a clear agreement in place.

Can I see the artwork in person?

In many cases, yes. We'll coordinate with the artist or gallery to arrange a viewing where possible, and confirm details with you before anything is set.

How do bids work?

Each artwork with bidding enabled has a clear minimum price. Bids must be at or above that minimum. We may show the current highest bid amount, but never reveal bidder identities publicly.

Do I pay Art Market or the artist/gallery?

That depends on the arrangement for each piece. In all cases, we'll explain the payment process clearly before you commit, and we'll stay involved until the transaction is complete.

I'm an artist or gallery – can I be listed?

Yes. Art Market will open applications for artists and galleries. Profiles are reviewed and approved before they go live so the platform stays curated and trustworthy.