There are many opportunities to come into contact with art at exhibitions and galleries, but the hurdle to buying a work of art rises dramatically. It feels like something for the wealthy, and I don't know where to buy it in the first place.
However, it seems that the time has come when such art can be purchased even from the comfort of one's own home. Art salon located in Minami Aoyama, TokyoSCÈNE.is an online sales serviceDear Art. was started.
This service allows anyone, from anywhere in the world, to purchase art selected from a unique perspective. Not only galleries, but also works by artists who are not affiliated with any galleries, as well as collectors' collections, can be acquired.
However, the charm of "Dear Art" is that it is not just an online store. Each piece is accompanied by a detailed explanation, and there are also columns and interview articles that convey the appeal of art. The contents are enjoyable not only for art lovers, but also for those who are not familiar with art.
From time to time, the site will publish a series of articles introducing artworks from various perspectives, as well as interviews with collectors, so expectations for the site will only increase.
In addition, a charity project to support artists who have lost the opportunity to exhibit their works due to this unprecedented situation has also been implemented. As a first step, an online exhibition titled "COVID-19 Relief Project Ed.1 #STAYHOME" is currently being held to introduce the works of emerging artists who have just graduated from college or graduate school this year. The proceeds from this exhibition, excluding transaction fees, will be donated to "Doctors Without Borders" and "The Nippon Foundation," both of which are engaged in emergency medical relief activities for the new coronavirus.
At this time, the company sells only art, but eventually plans to sell furniture and fashion items made in collaboration with artists. Keep an eye out for future developments.
