How much does original abstract art cost in the Netherlands? An honest overview
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What does original abstract art cost in the Netherlands? An honest overview
Most art websites hide their prices or give vague answers. Not this article. Below you will find an honest market overview of what art costs in the Netherlands, what explains the price differences, and what you can expect for every budget. This is not just about KOJO Art, but about the market as a whole.
What does an art print cost in the Netherlands?
A quality art print in the Netherlands costs between €10 and €80, depending on size, paper weight, edition size, and whether the artist has signed the print. What determines the price: paper of at least 200 gsm, a limited edition, and a signature increase the value. At KOJO Art, prints cost from €10 for A6 to €35 for A3, printed on quality paper, directly from the artist.
What determines the price of an art print?
Paperweight (min. 200 gsm) · Size · Edition (limited or open) · Artist's signature · Direct from artist vs. via gallery
What does an original painting cost in the Netherlands?
An original painting by an emerging artist in the Netherlands typically costs between €150 and €500. Established names ask €1,000 to €5,000 or more. What determines the price: size, material (canvas vs. paper), the artist's name and reputation, and whether it comes with a certificate of authenticity. At KOJO Art, originals cost €150 to €275, including a certificate, directly from Jordy Koumans.
Why is buying directly from the artist cheaper?
Galleries typically charge 40 to 60 percent commission on the sales price. This means that a €275 work in a gallery quickly costs €450 or more, while the artist receives the same amount. Buying directly from the artist is cheaper for the buyer and fairer for the creator. No intermediary, no storage, no gallery margin.
"I sell directly because I want the price to be fair for everyone. Not for the gallery."
Jordy Koumans, KOJO Art
What do you get for €10, €50, €150, and €250?
| Budget | What you get | Example |
|---|---|---|
| €10 | Art print A6, high-quality paper, original work as basis | KOJO Art A6 print |
| €50 | Art print A2 or signed edition, limited edition | KOJO Art large print |
| €150 | Original painting, small size, certificate of authenticity | KOJO Art original, entry-level work |
| €250 | Original painting, medium size, signed, certificate | KOJO Art original, complete work |
Art as a gift: what suits which budget?
The Print Club. is the easiest entry: €8.95 per month for a hand-signed art print, a new work every month. For a birthday, an art print of €20 to €35 is a personal and lasting gift. For an anniversary or a special moment, an original painting is fitting: something that exists nowhere else and lasts a lifetime.
Print Club.
Every month, a hand-signed art print by Jordy Koumans. From €8.95 per month. Can be cancelled at any time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a fair price for an original painting?
For an emerging artist, a fair price is between €150 and €500, depending on size and material. Below €150, it is difficult to cover the costs of materials and time. Above €500, you are usually also paying for the name and gallery commission.
Is an art print worth less than an original?
In monetary value, yes, but not in artistic value. A print is based on the same original work, with the same intention. The difference is exclusivity: an original exists only once.
What does art shipping cost in the Netherlands?
At KOJO Art, shipping is offered throughout Europe. The exact shipping costs can be seen at checkout.
Can I buy art as a gift without the recipient seeing it?
Yes. Contact us via the contact form for gift wrapping or a personal note.
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About KOJO Art
KOJO Art is the brand name under which I, Jordy Koumans, paint and sell. Abstract color field art, directly from the artist from Tilburg. Originals with certificate, prints from €10, shipping throughout Europe.
