How does instalment payment for an artwork work?
The principle is simple: an initial payment is made when the artwork is reserved or purchased, and the remaining balance is then divided according to a payment schedule agreed in advance with the gallery.
The terms are established clearly and transparently so that the collector knows from the outset how the different instalments will be structured.
This option can make it possible to secure an artwork that has created a genuine connection, while spreading the investment over a period that better suits the collector’s project.
A tailored solution directly with the gallery
There is no single payment plan that applies to every acquisition.
The price of the artwork, the number of instalments, the amount of the initial payment and the payment schedule can all be considered on a case-by-case basis, in accordance with the applicable legal framework.
The aim is to find the right balance between the conditions of the acquisition and the collector’s preferences.
In some cases, a flexible payment arrangement can make an acquisition more accessible without altering the value or reference price of the artwork.
Starting a collection without paying the full amount immediately
Instalment payments can also be an interesting solution for those considering a first art acquisition.
Buying an artwork does not necessarily mean having to pay the full amount immediately. Depending on the piece and the terms agreed with the gallery, the payment may be structured progressively over time.
This allows new collectors to approach their acquisition differently and, above all, to choose an artwork that genuinely reflects their taste and collecting ambitions.
Personalised and confidential support
Acquiring an artwork involves more than simply making a payment.
Galerie De Medicis supports its collectors from the selection of the artwork through to payment, delivery and installation.
Any discussions regarding payment arrangements are handled directly and confidentially with the gallery.
If an artwork presented by Galerie De Medicis in Paris has particularly caught your attention, please do not hesitate to contact us.
We would be pleased to discuss the different payment options available and find the solution best suited to your acquisition project.
Instalment payment options are considered on a case-by-case basis and remain subject to the gallery’s prior approval and to the applicable legal provisions at the time of purchase.
A Selection of Artworks to Discover
Staggered payment options can be considered for different types of artworks and budgets. Among the works currently presented by Galerie De Medicis, collectors can discover the iconic sculptures of Bruno Catalano, the Pop Art and urban creations of Mr. Brainwash, as well as the bronze sculptures of Dominique Rayou. Works such as “Lauralou” by Bruno Catalano, “Juxtapose” by Mr. Brainwash, and “Impermanence” by Dominique Rayou illustrate the diversity of acquisitions available. For each of these works, a staggered payment solution may be considered with the gallery, depending on the purchase amount and the agreed terms.
