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Art can often be the last thing we consider when renovating a space, and yet it’s often what ties an entire room together. Filling up a wall with affordable art can be a daunting task, especially if it’s your first time. While that Monet exhibit poster from The Met will always have its place in your home, sometimes a space calls for something a bit more challenging. We’ve been just where you are and, to make this process a bit easier, have assembled a robust list of where to buy cool, affordable art—originals, giclée prints, risographs, etchings, you name it. Nature Canvas Wall Art
As a bonus, below our store picks, we’ve included some FAQs, including what to consider when investing in art—we love an art print—and how and where to buy art offline.
Founded in London in 2011, Artfinder is an online marketplace for original pieces of art from around the globe. The site sorts its offerings by both style and medium, making it easy to browse the more than 200,000 pieces (including abstract paintings, sculpture, photography, collage, and digital art), all of which are signed by the artist. Prices start at $24 and can go up to over $3000. The site also has dedicated services for interior designers purchasing cool artwork for its clients.
On the more expensive side, Saatchi Art boasts an impressive collection of art. While some of the prices can reach into the thousands, original art—which includes photography, collages, canvas prints, oil paintings, and sculptures—starts at around $110, and limited-edition prints at $75. The site also runs a complimentary art advisory service, where a team of curators will build a collection for you based on your taste or space.
If you’re anything like us, you rely on Etsy for all things home decor, and cool paintings and original works are no exception. Etsy offers every type of art you can imagine, from stunning black-and-white photography to bespoke oil paintings. Shop at Etsy, and you can take anything—your living room, home office, man cave—to the next level while also supporting small business owners and artisans.
Nordstrom, no doubt, is a fashion and beauty destination, but the stylish retailer is also a hub for design-forward decor, including photography, art prints, and paintings.
A favorite of the interior-design set, 1stDibs hosts a large inventory of art from established galleries, from Old Master dealers to contemporary specialists, much of which is available for purchase on the spot. Original Banksy street art has even been known to pop up now and then. Prices for many works are listed, and you can easily filter your search. The site’s curated sales are a good way to see how art might mix with vintage and antique furnishings or to check out artists whose work you might not know.
The goal of 20x200 is to provide art for everyone. The 1,000 editions the site has produced so far range from $24 to $10,000, and each is produced exclusively for 20x200. The company also wants customers to be passionate and knowledgeable about the art it receives, so every print or photo ships with documentation about the work, and the site announces each new launch with an informative write-up on the artist and project.
There is a whole lot of everything on Ssense, and the best part is that each piece looks like it was carefully curated—even if you impulse-purchase something you saw for approximately 30 seconds. Be prepared for that to happen because there are a lot of beautiful things in stock and there are constantly new arrivals. That also means that things can sell out quickly, especially if they’re one-of-one.
The art section of Serena & Lily is full of watercolor (or watercolor-inspired) artwork—perfect for a sunroom, nursery, or any place that needs a little boost in the “peaceful” department. That’s not the only style that’s offered, but scrolling through the many options will be like ASMR for your eyes.
It’s no secret that Anthropologie has an incredible sale section, but did you know it has a hefty wall art selection, as well? There are paintings, prints, and even art in different types of frames. And we’re not talking the usual wooden frames—think studded designs and lots of gold.
Allmodern is a one-stop shop for anything—literally anything—you may need for your living space. Furniture, decor, dinnerware, and lots of art. You can find some real gems, like work from Amber Vittoria, if you dig deep.
We love Schoolhouse for the plethora of lighting and furniture options—but they also had a solid roster of wall art. If poppy prints are your kind of decor, buckle up. There’s also a good selection of graphic art, featuring bold fonts.
For those who like to swap out their art on a regular basis, Society6’s assorted collection of whimsical, affordable prints is a great bet. Everything from cheeky sayings to watercolor florals, nature scenes, and abstracts can be had for as little as $20, so your gallery wall is limitless.
Our favorite Danish furniture business also dabbles in the arts. The picks tend to skew bold and colorful, and there are often solid sales happening so you can score a deal. There may not be a ton of options, but each one feels really special and will quickly become your favorite piece of home.
Herman Miller is famed for its office chairs and midcentury-modern furniture, but the brand also has a unique selection home decor, including contemporary prints and posters. Among them, you’ll find pop art, typography, and abstract art, all bursting with vivid color.
Ok, here’s a fun one: Choose your favorite photograph (that you’ve taken) and have it printed out in a massive size—just make sure it’s hi-res. This is a fun way to mark your own personal mark on your space and you can order prints up to 60” x 40”.
This European art store is based in The Netherlands and ships worldwide. Its top-quality giclée prints run the creative gamut. You’ll find colorful abstracts, vintage prints, and Japandi pieces, which blend together Japanese and Scandinavian aesthetics. There’s even a nursery collection that has chic baby room decor. Oh, and if you’re looking for a gift idea, you’ll be happy to know it offers gift cards starting at €10,00 (the equivalent of $12.20).
Target has lovely curations of cool art, including quirky, boho picks from Opalhouse and geometric, abstract, and modern artwork from Project 62. Framed or unframed, with matting or without, sets or single pieces, Target has it all.
Drool believes that you should never settle for boring walls—and we couldn’t agree more. Its contemporary collection of art features prints, original paintings, graphic design, typography, and more. Shopping for the right piece is easy, given that you can sort by theme, color, medium, or subject.