Sell Richard MacDonald Art

Richard MacDonald sculptures are some of the most sought after in the world. Due to their tremendous demand, the secondary market to buy and sell Richard MacDonald artworks is robust.

At Modern Artifact, we understand that the process of selling MacDonald sculptures can be daunting and we are here to help you through every step of the process. We offer several selling options to best fit your needs.

Why Sell Richard MacDonald Art with Modern Artifact?

With over 10 years of experience in handling Richard MacDonald art, Modern Artifact has established a strong track record and an excellent reputation among sellers and buyers. We have a dedicated clientele actively seeking Richard MacDonald sculptures, many of whom are repeat buyers who have previously purchased his artwork through us. We have sold more than 50 Richard MacDonald sculptures, and understand and appreciate the complexities involved in the transportation and presentation. When choosing where to sell Richard MacDonald art, it’s crucial to find a partner who understands both his work and the secondary art market. At Modern Artifact, we simplify the selling process, working with you every step of the way to ensure your artwork is presented and valued appropriately. Our commitment to respect and professionalism guarantees a hassle-free experience for you and your cherished art.

Consignment Services for Richard MacDonald Sculptures & Artworks

We want the selling experience to be the best fit possible for you, and as such, we offer multiple options to best suit your needs.

For those looking to achieve the best price possible with their Richard MacDonald art, we recommend our consignment service. We start by working with you to choose a listing price that meets your needs and is appropriate for the secondary market. You'll then send the piece to Modern Artifact in Minneapolis where it will be professionally photographed, have a knowledgeable curator or art historian write a professional description of it, and then listed on all of our sales channels. We will run any offers below our listing price past you for approval. When the piece sells, Modern Artifact will handle all logistics of payment, packaging, and shipping your Richard MacDonald piece to its new home.

Selling work on consignment will take longer than receiving an immediate cash offer (more on that option below), but it will ensure you are able to achieve the very best price for Richard MacDonald art. In exchange, Modern Artifact keeps a pre-contracted percentage of the total sale amount.

Immediate Cash Offers for Richard MacDonald Sculptures

In addition to consignment, Modern Artifact also offers immediate cash offers for Richard MacDonald sculptures. We offer fair market value for our Richard MacDonald art immediate cash offers that are in-line with what you could expect to realize at auction. Because we do not charge the same fees as auction houses do, in many cases our immediate cash offers allow you to realize a higher price than you would selling your Richard MacDonald sculpture at auction.

An immediate cash offer is typically not as lucrative as waiting for an end buyer via the consignment option; however, it is the most hassle-free way of selling Richard MacDonald art. You're issued your payment right away, and you no longer have to be involved in the process of selling your Richard MacDonald artwork.

Are you interested in selling a Richard MacDonald sculpture for an immediate cash offer or consignment? Please reach out to us by email at support[at]modernartifact.com.

How to Sell Richard MacDonald Artwork

To begin the process of selling your Richard MacDonald sculpture, reach out to us via support[at]modernartifact.com with images of your piece, including images of the front and back, as well as a close up of the signature and any other markings. Also write a short description of the piece, including the title, year, series size, and a short provenance of the piece.

We will evaluate your Richard MacDonald artwork to confirm its authenticity and determine its current secondary market value. At that point, we can discuss options for an immediate cash offer and/or a consignment agreement depending on your preference.

After that, we will go over the details of how to ship your Richard MacDonald art to us in Minneapolis, and we will either issue you your immediate payment or wait for offers to come in for your consigned artwork.

Authentication

With over 10 years of experience authenticating Richard MacDonald art, we will first determine that the work presented is authentic. We have the utmost confidence in our team of educated art historians and curators who have inspected hundreds of Richard MacDonald pieces during their careers. Additionally, we work with several third-party appraisers if we ever need a second opinion regarding the authenticity of a particular work.

Appraisal

After we determine an authentic Richard MacDonald sculpture, we then work to pinpoint its secondary market value. We use our own experience as well as secondary market sales records to discern the optimal listing price. We take into account many factors when finding comparable sales to appraise Richard MacDonald art, including the artwork’s dimensions, edition size, year, condition, compositional factors, and popularity.

When appraising Richard MacDonald sculptures, we also consider how quickly a work will sell. When consigning artwork with us, this is a conversation we will have where you will have input as the seller. Some individuals consigning Richard MacDonald sculptures are fine patiently waiting years for a sale, and others may wish to offer at a lower initial price to try and encourage a quicker sale.

Sale

At Modern Artifact, we offer two main options for selling Richard MacDonald sculptures: an immediate cash offer or consignment.

If you choose the immediate cash offer, your involvement ends once the sculpture is shipped to our Minneapolis gallery. We handle all aspects of the sale, including the logistics of payment, packaging, and shipping.

For consigning your Richard MacDonald sculpture, we begin the sales process as soon as your artwork arrives at our gallery. Our professional photographer will capture high-quality images of the sculpture, and our art experts will research the piece and craft a detailed description. We then list the sculpture across our various sales channels.

Throughout the process, we present any offers we receive to you, and together we decide whether to accept or decline. Once a sale is confirmed, we manage the payment, packaging, and shipping, and send the proceeds from the sale to you.

How Much Will My Richard MacDonald Artwork Sell For?

Richard MacDonald sale prices range widely and are determined by a number of factories including dimensions, edition size, and condition. Depending on these factories, a Richard MacDonald sculpture can sell anywhere in the range of $5,000 to $500,000.

Estimating the value of a specific Richard MacDonald sculpture requires a thorough assessment of its unique features, provenance, condition, and size. However, it’s clear that Richard MacDonald’s work is highly sought-after and, overall, his art commands significant value.

Sell Your Richard MacDonald Art!

Ready to sell your Richard MacDonald sculpture? Contact Modern Artifact today for a seamless and profitable selling experience! support[at]modernartifact.com.