Thinking About Selling? Here's How Consignment Works at Lougher

Whether you're refining your collection, making room for a new acquisition or simply curious about the value of an artwork you've owned for years, deciding to sell can feel like a significant step. Collectors want more than a transaction – they want trusted advice, transparency and confidence that their artwork is being presented to the right audience.

At Lougher Contemporary, we specialise in helping collectors sell contemporary art through our bespoke art consignment service. Since 2015, we have worked with collectors across the UK and internationally, providing complimentary art valuations, tailored marketing strategies and worldwide client reach for contemporary prints, editions and select original works.

If you're looking to sell artwork in the UK, or worldwide, understanding both the market and the sales process can make all the difference.

Thinking About Selling?

Whether you're looking to sell a single print or an entire collection, our specialist consignments team offers complimentary, no-obligation art valuations. Simply send us details and photographs of your artwork and we'll provide honest, market-led advice on its current value and saleability.

Why Collectors Choose Lougher Contemporary

Selling artwork is about more than achieving the strongest possible price. Choosing who to sell with matters just as much. Collectors work with us because we combine specialist market knowledge with a genuinely client-focused approach, offering honest advice and tailored support throughout the entire consignment process.

We know the contemporary editions market inside out. Our team continually monitors collector demand, auction results and private sales to provide informed guidance based on current market conditions.

Transparency sits at the heart of everything we do. There are no upfront costs for our consignment service, and we provide clear information regarding pricing, commission and market expectations from the outset. We believe collectors should feel informed and confident at every stage of the process.

We also understand that discretion is important. Some collectors prefer to sell privately, particularly when consigning rare or sensitive artworks. In these instances, we can market works confidentially and will never disclose edition numbers or identifying information without your permission.

Collectors choose Lougher Contemporary because we offer:

• Complimentary, no-obligation art valuations

• Specialist expertise in contemporary prints and editions

• Tailored sales and marketing strategies for every artwork

• Worldwide client reach and targeted collector networks

• Confidential and private sale options

• No upfront consignment costs

• Rapid speed to market where appropriate

• Worldwide logistics and insurance solutions

• Dedicated support throughout every stage of the sale

• Prompt payment following the successful completion of your sale

Unlike many traditional sales models, artworks can often remain safely with you until a buyer has been secured. Our experienced team manages everything from marketing and negotiations through to logistics and delivery, making selling your artwork as straightforward as possible.

Other artists generating consistent demand include Bridget Riley, whose screenprints exploring colour and optical movement remain highly collectible; Andy Warhol, particularly his Flowers, Marilyn, Mao and Endangered Species portfolios; Jean-Michel Basquiat, whose authorised estate editions continue to grow in popularity; Keith Haring, whose bold Pop Shop and iconic figure prints remain enduring collector favourites; and Alex Katz, whose elegant figurative and floral editions have seen increasing international interest.

Whilst auction results can provide useful context, they only form part of the picture. Demand can fluctuate depending upon edition size, subject matter, condition, provenance and the number of comparable works currently available. The strongest-performing artworks are often those that combine rarity with realistic pricing and are presented to the right audience.

For this reason, every artwork we consign is assessed individually. Our recommendations are based upon current collector demand and market conditions rather than historical sales figures alone, ensuring you receive informed advice on the best strategy for selling your artwork.

Wondering Whether There's Demand for Your Artwork?

Collector demand can change quickly. If you're wondering whether now is the right time to sell contemporary art, our team can provide an up-to-date market assessment based on recent sales, current buyer demand and your artwork's individual characteristics.

Our Art Valuation Process

Receiving an accurate art valuation involves considerably more than comparing recent auction results. Every artwork has its own market position, and understanding that position allows us to provide realistic and informed pricing guidance.

When carrying out an art valuation, we consider:

• The artist and current collector demand

• Medium and edition size

• Condition and presentation

• Provenance and accompanying documentation

• Recent public and private sales

• Current market supply levels

• Your preferred timescale for selling

• The artwork's location and any logistical considerations

Our valuation process begins with good quality photographs together with details of the artwork, including dimensions, edition information and any accompanying documentation. Depending upon the piece, we may request additional images or videos to assess its condition more accurately.

Importantly, we don't believe in artificially inflating valuations to secure consignments. Unrealistic pricing can often prevent artworks from finding the right buyers, resulting in lengthy sales periods and missed opportunities.

Instead, we provide honest, market-led advice designed to achieve the strongest possible outcome whilst remaining commercially realistic.

Sometimes this advice may mean waiting before bringing an artwork to market. Building long-term relationships with our clients means providing guidance that reflects their best interests rather than encouraging immediate sales where they may not be appropriate.

Our Consignment Process

Our art consignment service has been designed to make selling your artwork as seamless as possible.

Marketing and Global Client Reach

Successfully selling contemporary art requires considerably more than simply listing an artwork online. Connecting exceptional artworks with the right collectors demands strategic marketing, extensive client relationships and an understanding of how collectors discover and acquire works today.

At Lougher Contemporary, every consignment benefits from a tailored marketing strategy designed specifically for the artwork being offered.

Our worldwide client reach includes:

• A global network of collectors and trade clients

• More than 20,000 monthly website visitors

• Over 120,000 followers across our social media platforms

• Targeted client outreach by our specialist sales team

• Third-party sales platforms

• Editorial and content marketing

• Paid digital advertising campaigns

• Private and discreet sales opportunities where appropriate

As industry leaders in digital art sales, we understand the importance of presenting artworks to the right audience at the right time. Rather than adopting a generic approach, we continually adapt our marketing strategies to reflect both collector behaviour and current market trends.

Alongside our marketing expertise, we're proud to have earned five-star customer reviews across both Trustpilot and Google. Collectors choose to work with us because they value our transparent approach, specialist knowledge and commitment to building long-lasting relationships.

Ready to Sell Your Artwork?

Whether you're looking to sell prints by David Hockney, Banksy or Yayoi Kusama, consign an entire collection or simply discover what your artwork may be worth, we're here to help.

At Lougher Contemporary, we combine specialist market knowledge with worldwide collector reach, tailored marketing strategies and a transparent, client-focused approach to art consignment. From your initial art valuation through to the successful completion of a sale, our experienced team will guide you every step of the way.

There is no obligation to sell following your valuation. Our role is to provide honest advice that allows you to make informed decisions about your collection and its place within today's market.