Frequently Asked Questions
PURCHASE POLICIES
No, this is not compulsory. Our Guest check-out allows you to make a purchase in no time.
Unless indicated as “sold”, all items are for sale and available to purchase directly through the website. After you place an order, you will first receive an email acknowledging that order.
We will then confirm our acceptance by sending you an email that confirms that the artwork is available and we are processing your order. If we are unable to supply you with the artwork, we will notify you and refund promptly the full amount.
Our clever filters on the left of the “Artwork” page allow you to focus on the artworks that you prefer. When you have made a selection, simply click on any artwork, and you will be able to see its details. You can then click on the arrows on the right and left of the screen to discover all the artwork that you have previously filtered.
For all artwork on the website we provide a picture of it digitally inserted in a real room, allowing you to assess proportions and have a first impression of it in a real environment.
If you have a place in mind for an artwork you would lile to acquire, but woudl like to check first how it would look in that place, you can send us a good quality picture of your wall by email and we will prepare a mockup for you.
Also, in some cases, depending on the artist and customer’s location we might be able to accommodate a viewing.
Do not hesitate to contact us at contact@ideelart.com for more information.
IdeelArt is a fully transactional and secure e-commerce platform, which accepts Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, American Express and PayPal.
You also have the option to pay by wire transfer or by cheque.
All prices are fixed in British Pounds and that all purchases are processed in British Pounds only.
You can view the entire IdeelArt website in British Pounds, US Dollars, Euros, Canadian Dollars, Swiss Franc and Chinese Yuan: Just click the currency drop-down menu located in the site header and select your currency. Conversions are based on exchange rates and are updated daily, prices disclosed in currencies other than British Pounds may therefore fluctuate as a result.
Cancellation of orders are permitted within 30 days of delivery. Please review the Return and Refund Policy section of this FAQ for more information on this matter.
Artworks are in the artist’s studios all over the world, so we are unable to arrange viewing before purchasing. However, in some cases, depending on the artist's and your location we might be able to accommodate a viewing. Do not hesitate to contact us at contact@ideelart.com for more information.
Our aim is not just to sell art, but also to promote actively our artists. All news from our artists (exhibitions in particular) are published on our Facebook and twitter accounts. Just join our fans on these accounts and you will be informed in advance of all material news and exhibitions organised by our artists or their galleries.
IdeelArt acts as an intermediary between artists and art buyers. All artworks displayed on IdeelArt are legally acquired by you directly from the artists. This ensures that the artwork you are buying is 100% authentic.
All artworks are signed and delivered with an invoice raised directly by the artist, and a secured certificate of authenticity issued by our partner Tagsmart, providing you with an additional proof of authenticity.
SHIPPING, INSURANCE AND TAX
No. IdeelArt provides a free delivery service, worldwide, for all artworks. All deliveries on IdeelArt are fully insured. The delivery might however be subject to import duties, which are due by the buyer.
We use professional carriers such as DHL, FedEx, UPS as well as fine art handling companies. The carrier selected will depend on the artwork’s origin, the shipping destination and any special packaging/handling requirements.
Processing and shipping times may vary according to the purchased artwork, its origin, type of packaging, and the shipping destination. Most orders are processed and shipped within a week. However, some orders may be processed faster, while others might take more time, particularly if they require special packaging or handling.
When your order is shipped, you will receive a shipment confirmation email with a tracking number. You can check the status of your package and the estimated delivery date online by using the tracking number.
All packages must be accepted and signed for upon delivery.
Due to the valuable nature of artworks, packages should not be left unattended.
We strongly advise you to check that the packaging of the artwork is in good condition before approving a delivery.
We also advise you to keep the packaging if you consider returning the artwork.
If you are buying artworks from an artist based outside of the country where the artwork is delivered, you may have to pay import duties or taxes upon receipt of the artwork.
You will be responsible for payment of those duties and taxes. Please contact your local customs office for further information before placing your order.
Typically, import "duties" correspond to the domestic VAT applicable to works of art. Note that VAT rates for artwork sales are often reduced.
There are no import duties for artworks located in the EU that are delivered within the EU.
We will always try to send your artwork wherever you are located, worldwide.
Certain destinations may be more complicated to reach, but so far, we never failed to deliver an artwork, even in the most remote locations!
RETURN AND REFUND POLICY
We want you to be completely satisfied with your order. Under our return policy, if for any reason you are not happy with your purchase of an artwork, you can cancel your order within 30 days of its delivery and you then have 14 days to ship the artwork back to the artist.
Yes you can. Your satisfaction is our first priority. We strongly advise you however to make sure that the artwork is kept in perfect condition, and that you keep the original packaging to ensure the smoothest possible return process. Please note that the cost to ship the artwork back remains your responsibility.
Of course. You can cancel an order at any time before receiving the artwork.
However, if the shipping already started, then the cost to ship the artwork back will be your responsibility.
Just let us know by emailing us at contact@ideelart.com providing your order number.
Provided that the artwork is returned in perfect condition and within our free 30 Days trial period, you will receive a full refund for the price paid for the artwork. Please note that the cost to ship the artwork back remains your responsibility.
To return an artwork, please follow the following guidelines:
- Repackage the artwork in its original condition using the original packaging materials used by the artist. If you have already disposed of the original packaging, you will be responsible for purchasing packaging materials and sending the artwork back to the artist safely.
- Arrange to send the packaged artwork directly back to the artist using a traceable shipping method.
- Email all shipping details including tracking number to contact@ideelart.com.
Please note that IdeelArt is not responsible for undelivered returns, we would therefore strongly recommend you to insure the shipping when returning an artwork.
We strongly advise you to check that the packaging of the artwork is in good condition before approving a delivery.
In the unfortunate event that your order arrives damaged, we ask you to immediately take pictures of the artwork and of the shipping container it arrived in and email us immediately at contact@ideelart.com, quoting your order number and state whether you would like a replacement or a refund.
We will be quickly in touch, and we will organise the return of the artwork.
Refund will be arranged swiftly after the returned artwork has been received, by the method you used to pay via the website.
Unless you return an artwork damaged during delivery, the return shipment costs remain your responsibility.
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