Art buying service

Making it easy to sell your art

Back in July 2017, I wrote a blog at the request of a few clients who had recently sold collections to us and had struggled to work out what they should do having inherited an art collection from a relative. You can still read this BLOG HERE and it is as relevant today as it was back then. We have now decided to formalise and advertise our art buying service and try to dispel some fears by making the process transparent, simple and fair.

Looking to sell a painting in the UK?

Blondes Fine Art are established art dealers specialising in Modern British and 20th-century paintings, offering a professional and discreet service for individuals, collectors, and estates.

Whether you are selling a single work or an entire collection, we provide honest valuations and immediate purchase options. Contact us today for a confidential discussion.

We Are Actively Buying:

We are currently seeking to purchase:

  • Modern British paintings

  • 20th-century British art

  • Oil paintings, watercolours, and drawings

  • Works by known and listed artists

  • Private collections and inherited artworks

We are particularly interested in, but not exclusively

  • Scottish artists such as Elizabeth Blackadder, John Houston, Joan Eardley, Robert Colquhoun, Lil Neilson and the Scottish colourists

  • Karolina Larusdottir

  • Traditional artists particularly Lucy Kemp-Welch

  • Welsh artists such as Kyffin Williams, Roger Cecil, Gwilym Prichard, Mali Morris and John Elwyn

  • East Anglian & Great Bardfield artists such as Elisabeth Vellacott, Gwyneth Johnstone, Prunella Clough, Harry Becker, Edward Seago, Roderic Barrett, Derek Greaves, Sheila Robinson, Bernard Cheese, John Aldridge, George Hammond Steel, Frank Beanland, Walter Hoyle, & Denis Wirth Miller

  • St Ives artists such as Wilhelmena Barns Graham, Terry Frost, John Wells, John Tunnard and many more.

  • Contemporary artists such as Mark Hearld, Leigh Davis, Peter Joyce, Dee Nickerson, John Caple, Rachel Nicholson, Grayson Perry, Damien Hurst, Tracy Emin, to name a few.

  • Modern British artists such as Sheila Fell, Bridget Riley, Mary Fedden, Mary Newcomb, Alan Reynolds, Louis James, Frank Auerbach, Keith Vaughan, Ivon Hitchens, Jankel Adler, Julian Trevelyan & Fred Cuming are always of interest.

Simple, Straightforward Process

  1. Send us images
    Email photographs of the artwork, including signature and reverse (if possible)

  2. Receive a valuation
    We provide a realistic market valuation based on current demand

  3. Choose how to proceed

    • Immediate purchase

    • Private sale on your behalf

  4. Fast payment
    Prompt and secure payment once terms are agreed

Why Sell to Blondes Fine Art ?

  • We are a trusted UK Art Dealer

  • Over 15 years’ experience in the art market

  • Specialist knowledge of Modern British art

  • Discreet and confidential service

  • No auction fees or hidden commissions

  • Direct dealing – no delays

We understand that selling art is often a significant decision, particularly when dealing with inherited works or collections.

Selling Art from an Estate or Inheritance

We regularly assist clients who have inherited paintings and are unsure of their value.

Our service includes:

  • Clear, honest advice

  • Market-based valuations

  • Guidance on the best route to sale

If you are dealing with probate or managing an estate, we can help you make informed decisions.

Contact us for advice on inherited art.

Professional Art Valuation Services

We provide valuations for:

  • Probate and inheritance

  • Insurance purposes

  • Collection appraisal

Our valuations reflect current UK market conditions and can be used to support estate administration.

The value of a painting depends on several factors:

  • Artist and reputation

  • Provenance and exhibition history

  • Medium and condition

  • Size and subject matter

  • Current market demand

We provide realistic valuations based on actual sale prices—not inflated estimates.

Areas We Cover

We work with clients across:

  • London

  • Essex

  • Hertfordshire

  • Throughout the UK

  • Internationally

We can advise remotely or arrange viewings where appropriate.

Thinking of Selling a Painting?

If you are considering selling, we are happy to provide straightforward advice with no obligation.

Trust your judgement and let us remove the risk and hidden costs involved when selling at auction. We will guarantee you the best price for your artwork, it’s as simple as that!

You may have had an offer from another party and are unsure or just want a second opinion. You may be thinking of offering work at auction but have been astounded by the charges or you may just be confused. Whatever it is we are here on the end of a phone call to offer free advice should you need some help. We care about people, our reputation and our professionalism so if you are looking to realise the value from your much loved collection or you have the unenviable task of managing the estate of a loved one please do contact either Melanie or Mark for a chat - our advice is free.

We pride ourselves in being approachable, but above all discreet and value our clients privacy. This, and the fact that we pay the very highest prices possible and give free, honest advice is why people come to us.

Contact Blondes Fine Art today
📧 info@blondesfineart.com
📞 07519639386

Who are we?

We are a husband and wife team who have run Blondes Fine Art for the last 15 years and are proud to have built up a reputation for being fair, open and honest about our art business. We both have related background experience, Mark had a career as a senior detective with overall management responsibility for the Art and Antique Unit based at Scotland Yard. Melanie worked at Henry Moore House & Gardens but also has a particular interest and knowledge of both Harry Becker and Lucy Kemp Welch’s work and has recently loaned pieces from her personal collection to various public exhibitions. Both have developed, and retain, close working relationships with many Museums, Galleries and collectors.

Mark & Melanie Ponting

Blondes Fine Art