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Do you give a sell range and what happens when an offer comes in within that range?
Selling Art
Yes. Buyers typically negotiate, so we often agree a sell range. We’ll negotiate firmly to achieve the best result and push toward the top end where the market allows. If an offer comes in within the agreed range, we can proceed efficiently to keep momentum.
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Commissions are fixed.
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There are no unexpected deductions from your Agreed Net Price
Ordinary transaction costs, including Hang-Up’s margin and, where applicable, Artist’s Resale Right, VAT, packing, insurance, photography, marketing and other sale-related costs, are reflected in the buyer-facing price.
Any exceptional seller-side costs will be clearly identified and agreed with you in advance.
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Yes in many cases we can buy works directly. If you have an auction house estimate, send it over with images and details and we’ll take a look.
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Yes sometimes we can sell without holding it physically, but it’s often preferable to have the work with us to facilitate viewings and move quickly.
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In some cases, yes. Depending on the work and current demand, we may offer to purchase it outright rather than sell it on consignment.
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The artwork may be applicable for the deduction of Artist Resale Rights (ARR) which would be payable to DACS. The higher the sale price of the artwork the lower the overall royalty rate. The royalty is worked out according to a sliding scale from 4% to 0.25%. A link to the DACS calculator for an accurate quote can be found here.
Hang-Up Gallery is committed to championing artists' rights and ensures the ARR is collected for relevant sales and paid to DACS.
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The Artist's Resale Right means that artists could be entitled to a royalty each time their work is resold with the involvement of an auction house, gallery or dealer for €1,000 or more.
As of 1 January 2012, the Right in the UK was extended to cover sales of work by deceased artists still in copyright, which means that beneficiaries and heirs can now benefit. In the UK, copyright lasts for the lifetime of the artist plus 70 years after their death, to the end of that calendar year.
This is the most significant new right for visual artists and their heirs in recent times, giving them an ongoing stake in the value of the artist's work.
Hang-Up is committed to championing artists' rights and ensures the ARR is collected for relevant sales and paid to DACS.
The higher the sale price of the artwork the lower the overall royalty rate. The royalty is worked out according to a sliding scale from 4% to 0.25%. A link to the DACS calculator for an accurate quote can be found here.
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No. Any offer that would result in less than your Agreed Net Price will be referred to you for approval.
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Yes. We use Arcarta and AML checks apply to relevant sales/consignments over €10,000 (or currency equivalent).
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Valuations are free and we aim to respond within 48 hours (two business days). This is a valuation for consignment sale, not an insurance valuation.
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Yes. Hang-Up Gallery is committed to championing artists’ rights and ensures ARR is collected for relevant sales and paid to DACS.
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Yes. We have a London showroom/gallery space for viewings and exhibitions, and you’re welcome to visit the current exhibition.
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No.
We provide evidence-based valuations designed to achieve the strongest credible result in the current market. We do not deliberately overvalue works to secure them and then rely on repeated price reductions.
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Yes we will not sell Banksy works without a Pest Control COA.
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Yes, where applicable we sell works on the VAT Margin Scheme. Under the Margin Scheme, no VAT is payable on our commission.
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No. We only take works on consignment from the artists listed on our consignment pages.
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Yes. The seller is responsible for shipping, packing, customs/clearance where applicable. If we organise shipping on your behalf, those costs will be deducted from the sale price.
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COA's are issued by Pest Control. They can be applied for directly with the Pest Control Office. If the application is successful you will be contacted and a payment of £50 + VAT will be requested. You will then be issued a certificate of authenticity for your Banksy and it is ready to sell.
Be aware the process is by no means immediate and can take anything from a few weeks to a few months or sometimes even years when there is a backlog.
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We manage buyer dialogue and negotiate confidently on your behalf. Our aim is the strongest achievable price while keeping deals moving. Where appropriate, we’ll keep you updated as negotiations develop.
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On receipt we photograph the work and record condition notes. If damage occurs en route to the gallery, the consignor is responsible. Once the work is received and consignment is agreed, it is fully insured while in our care until sale.
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We use recent auction comparables, private sales data where available, current supply, and live buyer demand, then position the work to maximise outcome.
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We use a broad range of current market evidence, including public auction results, private auction data, gallery sales, private transactions, recent negotiations, current availability and direct buyer demand.
We also consider the condition, provenance, rarity, edition, size and market position of the specific work.
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Auction results normally report the hammer price rather than the amount ultimately received by the seller.
The auction house may then deduct seller’s commission, VAT on fees, Artist’s Resale Right, insurance, photography, marketing, transport, storage and other charges.
If the work does not sell, the seller may also face unsold-lot fees, insurance, transport, storage or withdrawal-related costs, depending on the auction house’s terms.
With Hang-Up, the amount you are due to receive is agreed in advance. You also avoid the risk of a public unsold result, which can affect the future marketability of the work.
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We sell your secondary market artwork and get you the best possible return. With over a decade of experience, we have an unrivalled global collector base and place artworks quickly and discretely.
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Auction can be prestigious, but it’s often fee-heavy, with long lead times and unpredictable outcomes. Many sellers simply want to sell for the best price and be paid promptly. We offer a focused, hands-on service from a small team, with clear communication, without multiple layered costs and uncertainty.
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We quote a price bracket of how much the gallery estimates the artwork will fetch in the current market. We may market your artwork at a higher price to allow for client negotiations.
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We will do our best to respond to your enquiry within 48 hours.
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We aim to sell works within the contracted period of 60 days. Although when priced correctly and in line with the market, it can usually be quicker than this.
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Our standard term is 60 days exclusivity, and our goal is to sell within that period.
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Hang-Up is a commercial gallery and will offer your artwork at a price that reflects the current market, our sales strategy and the costs of completing the transaction.
The buyer-facing price will be higher than your agreed net price The list price may not be the final price paid by the buyer depending on negotiations. The difference may include Hang-Up’s margin and, where applicable, Artist’s Resale Right, VAT, packing, insurance, shipping, framing, storage and other transaction costs.
Your Agreed Net Price remains the amount payable to you following a completed sale.
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This service is for secondary market work from a select list of artists only. Please do not use this form for artwork submissions.
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We have an in-house tracking system with over ten years of pricing data from the sale of Banksy works from auctions, galleries and private sales. We follow the market very carefully, it’s our business.
We use this information to calculate the current values so can assist with valuations if you are submitting work to our Sell Art service.
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We can only accept Banksy prints for sale using our Sell Art service with a full Pest Control Certificate of Authentication.
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This service is for secondary market artworks from the artists listed and is designed to help collectors sell their work in the secondary market. If you are an artist seeking representation, it is best to contact the gallery directly.
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No. We cannot guarantee a buyer or a particular result, but every accepted consignment is priced and marketed with the objective of achieving the strongest possible outcome.
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Your A Agreed Net Price is the amount payable to you.The buyer pays more that the Agreed Net Price as it includes the gallery commission and the costs associated with presenting, marketing and completing the sale.
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As well as work from Banksy, we accept artwork on consignment from:
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Yes. The initial valuation is free and there is no obligation to proceed.
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It is free to consign artwork with Hang-Up Gallery and we offer free no-obligation valuations.
Once a work is sold, the gallery takes a commission from the final sales price.
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We accept artworks from the list of consignment artists with a value of £2,000 and above.
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Please refer to our Sell Art page for the current commission rates.
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Artist, title, description, size, edition details (if applicable), condition notes, images (front/back + labels/COA), and your location.
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Valuation → agreement (assigned sales team member + paperwork) → logistics → marketing & negotiation → payout.
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We review activity and agree next steps: refresh outreach, adjust strategy, extend the consignment, or return the work.
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On occasion, we will not be able to find a buyer for the artwork. This is rare and should this happen we will discuss available options with you in person.
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We are liable for the artwork once it is in the gallery’s possession however it is the seller’s responsibility to ensure it reaches us in good order.
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When submitting a consignment, we ask that you provide as much information as possible on the item in question. Please be open about the condition of the work and include detailed images if possible. Ideally, we would ask for images of the following:
- The front
- The back
- Any details (signature, number, title, labels)
- Any condition issues
- Any Certificate of Authenticity
- Any provenance documentation
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It is the amount Hang-Up agrees to pay you following a completed sale.
Any exceptional costs that could reduce this amount will be clearly identified and agreed before the consignment begins.
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We offer fast payout within 7 days of sale, once buyer funds have cleared and the transaction is completed.
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The seller is responsible for getting the artwork to the gallery (and covering the cost). We can organise collection/shipping if helpful and confirm costs in advance.
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It is the seller's responsibility to cover any and all costs relating to packing and shipping the artwork to the gallery. The gallery will then arrange with the buyer the onward shipping needs.
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Artworks left with the gallery are covered by a specialist insurance policy provided by Liberty Speciality Markets via Partners & Underwriting Limited t/as Virtu Fine Art Underwriting
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It is the responsibility of the seller to arrange for artwork(s) that are being sold to be shipped safely to the gallery.
All postage and any customs fees incurred are the responsibility of the seller. The gallery will pay these fees on behalf of the seller and they will be deducted from the sales commission once the artwork is sold. If the artwork remains unsold and is requested back then any customs fees would be payable in advance of the artwork being returned. -
We have been collecting Banksy work for almost twenty years and operating in this field as a gallery for well over a decade, so we know it well! We are the biggest dealers worldwide in secondary market Banksy sales.
We also offer some of the most competitive commission rates and our detailed knowledge of the marketplace ensures that, as a seller, you will receive the best possible returns.
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Banksy prints are a specialist market. Few galleries have the depth of experience Hang-Up has in this area. With 18 years of trading, an established collector base and repeat buyer demand, we’re well placed to achieve strong outcomes with strict authenticity standards and confidentiality as standard.
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Artworks are often offered with room for negotiation.The initial list price may therefore be higher than the price we ultimately expect to achieve. This allows us to negotiate effectively while protecting your Agreed Net Price and maintaining the correct market position for the work.
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We focus on achieving the best possible price through an established gallery brand. Hang-Up has operated for 18 years, with real buyers, long-standing relationships and a proven track record.
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There are many online-only operators now, and not all have physical premises or an established trading history. Hang-Up offers real-world accountability, a team you can reach, and a public reputation built over time backed by our Google reviews.
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We treat client confidentiality very seriously and do not share any personal details of buyers or sellers.
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Yes. Consignor identities are strictly confidential and sales are handled discreetly.
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Yes. Seller and buyer identities and transaction will remain confidential.