ArtQuest

ArtQuest is a service that puts people directly in touch with each other and is not liable or responsible for buying, selling, appraising, authenticating or inspecting art. ArtQuest simply communicates back and forth between the parties via email, fax, phone or whatever method the parties involved prefer. All information is sent anonymously until s... erious interest is shown. When interest proceeds to the shipping/inspection stage, introductions play an important role in a smoother acquisition. Upon receipt of payment to ArtQuest, both parties are then introduced. The "Introductory Email" will outline the responsibilities of both the Buyer and Seller. Funds are held by ArtQuest and must clear our account before we notify the Seller that shipping can take place. The Seller pays shipping and insurance unless both parties have agreed upon an alternative arrangement. Upon receipt of the art which is indicated by the chosen shipper's time stamp of delivery, the Buyer has 3 days to have their own art appraiser or expert inspect the art and notify ArtQuest that the work of art is accepted and the sale approved. Upon approval of the sale, ArtQuest will release the funds to the Seller less the Placement Fee. If the Buyer does not contact ArtQuest within the 3 day grace period, this is also considered acceptance. If a shipment does not pass inspection or the Buyer simply does not like the work of art, the Buyer is responsible for shipping and insurance back to the Seller. When ArtQuest has been notified that the art has been returned in its original condition, and, if ArtQuest was holding funds for the transaction, a complete refund will be returned to the proper party. The preferred method of payment for the purchase of any Private Placement Listing is check, money order or wire transfer. Credit card payments using our secure server are accepted by members who've previously purchased art by Private Placement using check, money order or wire transfer. We no longer accept a cashier's check as a form of payment for any art ...Read More