Collectibles / Fine Art
Fine Art
Investment
Blue-chip art has outperformed the S&P 500 over the last three decades with near-zero correlation. Once exclusive to billionaires, fractional ownership has opened art investing to a new generation of collectors.
Why Art?
Art isn't just decorative—it's a proven store of value. While stocks crash and bonds yield nothing, museum-quality pieces by recognized artists continue to appreciate across market cycles.
The key insight: art prices are driven by wealth creation, not economic cycles. As global wealth grows, demand for trophy assets increases. And supply is fixed—Basquiat isn't making new paintings.
But not all art appreciates. Investment-grade art means: recognized artists, strong auction records, museum provenance, and works in "sweet spot" price ranges ($500K-$10M) with the most liquidity.
Wealth-Linked Returns
Art prices correlate with wealth creation, not GDP
Inflation Hedge
Tangible assets that preserve purchasing power
Patience Rewarded
Best returns come with 5-10 year hold periods
Democratized Access
Fractional shares from $1K make art accessible
Featured Offerings
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How to Invest
From fractional platforms to direct acquisitions, we've evaluated every major option for art investing.
Masterworks
The leading fractional art platform. SEC-qualified offerings with secondary market liquidity.
- SEC-regulated
- Secondary market
- Research team
- • High minimums
- • Illiquid
- • Performance fee
Yieldstreet Art
Art as part of a diversified alternatives platform. Lower minimums than pure-play art funds.
- Lower minimum
- Diversified
- Platform variety
- • Less art focus
- • Newer track record
Direct Purchase
Buy art outright through galleries, auctions, or private sales. Full ownership and control.
- Full ownership
- Control
- No platform risk
- • High capital
- • Storage costs
- • Expert needed
Art Due Diligence Checklist
Whether fractional or full ownership, verify these elements before investing.
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