Art For Sale, Dallas
Where to find art for sale, Dallas
Found off Intersection 429A of Route 77, Dragon Street is a great place for those looking for art for sale in Dallas. Located on the Street, or in the close vicinity, are 25 galleries and framers. Galleries include:
The collection revolves around tribal, Asian, pre-Columbian, and ancient artworks. The gallery takes pride in its ability to source such works on demand.
Established in 1979, the collection revolves around high quality traditional and impressionistic art from the 19th and 20th century. The Gallery also showcases work from local artists and international-renowned artists.
The gallery's mission is to promote artists from the America's to develop their internationally established profile. Artists represented include Tony Berlant, Elisa D’Arrigo, and Ted Larsen.
The other major hub where art for sale can be found in Dallas is located to the South East of Reverchon Park. There are around 15 galleries clustered in the streets to the north of Maple Avenue. Galleries include:
Established in 1986, David Dike's collection specializes in 19th and early 20th century oil paintings.
One of, if not the oldest photography gallery in Dallas. Artist's whose work has been showecased include Ansel Adams, David Donovan, and Geoff Winningham.
The Gallery has a wide range of high quality European oil paintings from the 19th and 20th century. All the art included within the collection is owned by the gallery. Prices range from $15,000 to $1,000,000.
Well known Art Galleries in Dallas
The Arts District is where most of the institutional galleries are, including the Dallas Museum of Art, the Nasher Sculpture Center as well as other cultural landmarks.
The Dallas Museum of Art, established in 1984 with a build up of art collecting since 1903, consists of Egyptian and Nubian art. It also houses Wendy and Emery Reve’s collection, which includes works by Monet, Degas and van Gogh.
You should also visit the Trammell and Margaret Crow Collection of Asian Art. What makes the collection so special is the serene surroundings, encouraging calm reflection and relaxation. Admission is free.
Nasher Sculpture Center is next to the Dallas Museum of Art and is situated over 2.4 acres. Popular events include the Target First Saturdays, which is specifically for children and families, and Saturday Night in the City. Saturday Night in the City features dining outside and twilight strolls ending up with distinguished speakers encouraging discussion around art and architecture.
Art Events in Dallas
Every April, the Southlake Women’s Club hosts Art in the Square with the aim to raise money for charity. It is a three day event including a juried art contest, art and crafts workshops, food courts and well known performers.
In June, the Dallas City Arts Festival provides free access to museums on the Arts District where people can enjoy art, food and music. There is lots to do for children as well.
Those interested in performing arts should checkout the Arts District in downtown. Dallas hosts various art venues that attract travelling exhibitors and art lovers alike. Opening in October 2009, the Dallas Center for Performing Arts is likely to draw in a large crowd.
Traditionally a popular area for Jazz, Deep Ellum is a popular hangout for artists. The city’s relaxed stance on graffiti also means there are many murals dotted around the architecture of the district.
Artists from Dallas
With work held in many museums and private collections, including the Dallas Cowboys stadium and The Museum of Fine Art, Annette Lawrence is internationally recognized for her sculptures. She also won the Dozier Travel Award in 2009 so she could travel to Australia and set up residency there.