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INNOVATIVE GALLERIES AND DIGITAL AUCTIONS THAT MAKE BUYING ART EASIER

Want to pick up a stunning piece of artwork from the comfort of your sofa? Check out our pick of art dealers and upcoming auctions online

- WORDS MONICA MIZZI

ONLINE ART DEALERS

FOREST GALLERY

For the past four decades, West Sussex based Forest Gallery has showcased a selection of contempora­ry and traditiona­l artwork from both British and internatio­nal artists. Hundreds of artworks are available to purchase online, with free UK delivery for purchases over £250. forestgall­ery.com

SISTER7

The very first women’s gallery in Darwin, Australia, Sister7 is an Aboriginal women’s art gallery that features painted works from 17 profession­al artists. Sister7 provides a respectful and ethical platform for the artists to share both their work and their ancient stories. All artworks can be purchased via the website at sister7.gallery.

UPRISE ART

A self- described, ‘gallery for the next generation of art collectors’, Uprise Art focuses on eye-catching contempora­ry pieces from emerging New York artists. It features a varied media collection from works on paper to large-scale sculptures, plus an ‘Art Under $800’ section for those new to art or looking for a range for gifting. upriseart.com

UPCOMING ONLINE AUCTIONS IMPRESSION­IST & MODERN ART

Sotheby’s London online auction features paintings, sculptures and works on paper from 19th- and 20th-century artists. Browse and bid via Sotheby’s website or app at 1pm on 7 April. There’s also a ‘Buy Now’ section for those who prefer not to bid. sothebys.com

MODERN BRITISH & 20TH CENTURY ART

Expect to be overwhelme­d by the choice of Modern British and 20th- century artworks in this two-part auction. The first is a live online auction; the second is a timed auction. Bid via the free live online service, SwordersLi­ve, or via absentee or phone bidding at 10am on 20 April or 6pm on 25 April. sworder.co.uk

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