Business Details
10 Years
experience
Contemporary Art Gallery in Harrogate
Established in 2016, Silson Contemporary is an independent art gallery located in a stylish Edwardian home in Harrogate. Founded by Sarah Collier, a former Radiographer with a First Class BA (Hons) in Art History, the gallery showcases original contemporary paintings, ceramics, and sculptures by emerging and established artists from the UK and overseas. Our unique setting within a domestic environment allows visitors to envision artworks in their own homes, combining professional curation with a warm, welcoming atmosphere.We offer tailored art consultancy services, both locally and internationally, and participate in the Own Art interest-free loan scheme to make art more accessible. With a reputation for exceptional curation and client care, we aim to inspire art appreciation and collection through exhibitions, home visits, and expert guidance.
Services
Contemporary Art Gallery
Art Consultancy
Exhibitions
Art Sales
Shipping Services
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer expert art consultancy with over 10 years' experience in art history and curation
- Our gallery is set in a stylish Edwardian home, ideal for visualising art in domestic spaces
- We provide tailored home visits and virtual consultations for art placement
- We ship artworks across the UK and internationally (excluding ceramics overseas)
- We are members of the Own Art interest-free loan scheme for accessible art purchases
Associations and certifications
- Own Art
What people say
Wonderful experience
Helpful and knowledgeable
Beautiful setting
Seamless international shipping
Transformative art guidance
Services
Contemporary Art Gallery
Silson Contemporary presents curated exhibitions of contemporary paintings, ceramics, and sculptures by UK and international artists. Our Edwardian home setting creates an intimate environment for art appreciation. We showcase both emerging talents and established names, with regular solo and group shows throughout the year.
Art Consultancy
Our tailored consultancy service helps clients find perfect artworks for their spaces. Sarah Collier provides expert guidance on art selection, placement, and collection development. We offer home visits, virtual consultations, and access to our network of artists for both private and commercial clients.
Exhibitions
We host seasonal exhibitions featuring works from our represented artists. Current show 'Land and Light' by Eva Ray runs until December 7th, 2025. Past exhibitions include solo and group shows with artists like Boo Compton and Chris Gambrell, with opportunities to meet creators.
Art Sales
We facilitate art sales with secure shipping across the UK and internationally (excluding ceramics). Our collection includes paintings, sculptures, and ceramics from emerging and established artists. We provide detailed artwork information and condition reports to ensure informed purchases.
Shipping Services
We arrange professional shipping for purchased artworks within the UK and worldwide. Our packaging ensures safe delivery of paintings and sculptures, though we currently cannot ship ceramics internationally due to fragility. Clients receive tracking updates throughout the delivery process.
People
Sarah Collier
Owner/Curator
Former radiographer turned art historian, Sarah graduated with First Class BA (Hons) in Art History in 2014. She established Silson Contemporary in 2016, combining her medical background with artistic vision. Known for her 'great eye' and approachable manner, she curates exhibitions and advises clients on art collection.
Questions
What type of art does Silson Contemporary specialise in?
We focus on contemporary paintings, ceramics, and sculptures by UK and international artists, with an emphasis on original, collectible works suitable for domestic and commercial spaces.
Can I purchase art online?
Yes, we facilitate secure online purchases with detailed artwork information. We arrange shipping within the UK and internationally (excluding ceramics) with tracking updates provided.
Do you offer art consultation services?
Yes, Sarah Collier provides tailored art consultancy including home visits, virtual consultations, and collection development advice, both locally and internationally via video calls.
What payment options are available?
We accept payments through the Own Art interest-free loan scheme (for purchases £100-£2,500) and direct payments for artworks and services.
How are artworks shipped?
We use professional art couriers for UK and international deliveries (excluding ceramics overseas). All shipments include tracking updates and insurance for safe delivery.
Can I visit the gallery outside opening hours?
Private viewings can be arranged by appointment outside our regular open weekends. Please contact us to schedule a convenient time for your visit.
Reviews (1)
Catharine Hindmarch
Jan 19, 2019
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This gorgeous go-to gallery is now in its 3rd year. We attended a PV of their Autumn Show for 2018 where there was a very special collection of contemporary art. We were made to feel very welcome and are sure to become regular visitors now
