Latest round

Series D

Last raised

Jul 2017

Total raised

$100M

Investors

11

About Artsy

Founded in 2009 by Carter Cleveland and a team that includes Daniela Azzi, Dasha Zhukova, and others, Artsy provides an innovative platform for the art market.Artsy operates as a leading online platform for discovering and purchasing fine art, catering to a diverse clientele that includes art collectors, galleries, and museums. The core offerings of Artsy encompass a robust marketplace where users can browse and buy artworks from a wide array of artists and galleries, alongside a comprehensive database providing pricing insights and artwork provenance. This platform is designed to streamline the art discovery process, facilitating connections between artists, galleries, and potential buyers across major global markets including North America, Europe, and parts of Asia. The services also extend to educational resources, such as The Art Genome Project, which categorizes art based on various attributes, aiding collectors in navigating the complexities of the art world.Artsy generates revenue through a multi-faceted business model that includes transaction fees, subscriptions, and partnerships with galleries and museums. Clients typically engage in direct transactions on the platform, where galleries list their artworks for sale, and buyers complete purchases directly through Artsy's interface. The revenue structure is supported by partnerships that may include service agreements with institutions for enhanced visibility and access to exclusive content. Artsy’s pricing framework is built around varying commission rates based on the sale price of artworks, along with subscription fees for galleries seeking premium services or increased exposure on the platform.Artsy's strategy for future growth includes the design and launch of new products aimed at enhancing user engagement and expanding its marketplace offerings. The company is focusing on entering new geographic regions, particularly in Europe and parts of Asia, by the end of 2024.

Who invested in Artsy

11 investors across 5 rounds

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Funding rounds

  1. Series D

    Jul 17, 2017

    Amount

    $50M

    Investors

    Locked

  2. Series C

    Mar 26, 2015

    Amount

    $25M

    Investors

    Locked

  3. Series B

    Apr 3, 2014

    Amount

    $18M

    Investors

    Locked

  4. Series A

    Nov 3, 2011

    Amount

    $6M

    Investors

    Locked

  5. Seed

    Jan 1, 2010

    Amount

    $0.1M

    Investors

    Locked

Questions about Artsy

Who invested in Artsy?

Artsy has 11 investors on record across 5 venture rounds. Sign up free to see every VC on the cap table and the rounds they joined.

How much funding has Artsy raised?

Artsy has raised 5 venture rounds. Sign up free to see how much each round raised and the total.

When did Artsy last raise money?

Artsy's most recent round on record is a Series D, in Jul 2017.

What does Artsy do?

Founded in 2009 by Carter Cleveland and a team that includes Daniela Azzi, Dasha Zhukova, and others, Artsy provides an innovative platform for the art market.

Where is Artsy headquartered?

Artsy is headquartered in New York, US.

Which VCs invest in companies like Artsy?

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