Business Details
45 Years
experience
Modern Art Masterpieces in Central London
Gilden's Art Gallery was founded in 1981 as a family-run business, establishing its permanent home in Hampstead village, London, in 2006. Specialising in 20th Century Modern Art, we offer an extensive collection of original works on paper, including prints by internationally acclaimed masters such as Alexander Calder, Marc Chagall, Henri Matisse, Pablo Picasso, and Andy Warhol. Our expertise extends to the cole de Paris, Eastern European art, and Israeli Modern and Contemporary art, with a focus on movements like Surrealism, Cubism, and Russian Avant-garde. With over four decades of experience in the international art market, we provide comprehensive research, condition reports, and certificates of authenticity for each artwork.Working closely with private collectors and institutions, we combine deep market knowledge with a commitment to transparency and client education. Our gallery hosts curated exhibitions and participates in major art fairs, ensuring access to rare and historically significant pieces. As stewards of modern masterworks, we prioritise quality, integrity, and the lasting value of art investments.
Services
Modern Art Sales
Print Authentication
Art Market Consultancy
Curated Exhibitions
Art Fair Participation
International Art Transactions
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- Family-run gallery with 40+ years of expertise in Modern Art.
- Offer original works by iconic 20th-century artists with full provenance.
- Provide detailed documentation, including condition reports and certificates of authenticity.
- Host curated exhibitions exploring key artistic movements and themes.
- Participate in leading international art fairs for global accessibility.
Services
Modern Art Sales
Specialising in the sale of 20th-century Modern Art, we offer original prints, paintings, and works on paper by internationally recognised artists. Our inventory includes pieces by Alexander Calder, Marc Chagall, Pablo Picasso, and Joan Mir, sourced with strict adherence to provenance verification. With expertise in movements like Surrealism and Cubism, we facilitate transactions for private collectors and institutions. Our process includes condition assessments, market valuations, and secure transactions, ensuring clients access to authenticated masterworks through both gallery exhibitions and international art fairs.
Print Authentication
We provide authoritative authentication services for original prints by modern masters, utilising comprehensive catalogues raisonns and historical records. Our team conducts detailed analysis of signatures, paper types, printing techniques, and provenance documentation. As specialists in 20th-century printmaking methods like lithography and etching, we issue certification for collectors and institutions. Each assessment includes condition reports and historical context, ensuring accurate identification of works by artists such as Henri Matisse and Andy Warhol while maintaining strict compliance with international art market standards.
Art Market Consultancy
Offering tailored advisory services for building and managing art collections, our consultancy combines decades of market experience with deep knowledge of Modern Art. We guide clients through acquisitions, portfolio diversification, and market trends, focusing on 20th-century works with investment potential. Our consultancy includes auction strategy, exhibition planning, and provenance research, serving both individual collectors and institutional clients seeking expert navigation of the international art market.
Curated Exhibitions
We organise thematic exhibitions exploring key movements and artists within 20th-century Modern Art. Hosted biannually in our Hampstead gallery, these curated shows examine works by masters like Marc Chagall while contextualising them within artistic movements such as Russian Avant-garde. Each exhibition features fully documented pieces with accompanying catalogues, combining scholarly research with accessible narratives. Our exhibitions, free to the public, serve as educational resources while providing opportunities for collectors to engage directly with significant modern artworks in a gallery setting.
Art Fair Participation
Representing our gallery at major international art fairs including Frieze London and Art Basel, we provide clients access to our collection through global platforms. Our participation spans over 20 prestigious events annually across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, showcasing original works by Modern Masters. At these fairs, we offer on-site advisory services, immediate access to our inventory, and expert guidance on building significant art collections, maintaining our reputation as specialists in 20th-century modern art across international markets.
People
Ofer Gildor
Gallery Director
Ofer Gildor, Gallery Director, oversees operations at Gilden's Art Gallery, building upon his father's 1981 foundation. With extensive experience in modern art curation and sales, he has expanded the gallery's international presence through strategic fair participation and digital outreach. His expertise in 20th-century printmaking enhances client trust in authentication processes.
Daniela Boi
Gallery Manager
Daniela Boi manages daily gallery operations and client relations at Gilden's Art Gallery. With a background in art administration, she ensures smooth coordination of exhibitions and client inquiries. Her organisational skills maintain the gallery's reputation for professionalism while facilitating seamless transactions for international collectors.
Stephen D. Gallagher
Head of Research
Stephen D. Gallagher leads research operations, specialising in provenance verification and catalogue raisonn analysis. His meticulous approach ensures accurate attribution of modern masterworks, supporting the gallery's commitment to authenticity. His expertise in printmaking techniques enhances the gallery's ability to authenticate and contextualise 20th-century artworks.
Questions
What types of artworks does Gildens Art Gallery specialise in?
We specialise in original 20th-century Modern Art, including prints, paintings, and works on paper by masters like Marc Chagall, Pablo Picasso, and Henri Matisse. Our collection spans movements such as Surrealism, Cubism, and Russian Avant-garde.
How can I verify the authenticity of artworks?
Each artwork undergoes rigorous authentication using catalogues raisonnés, provenance records, and technical analysis. We provide documentation including condition reports and certificates of authenticity for all pieces.
Do you offer advisory services for art collectors?
Yes, we provide consultancy for building and managing art collections, offering expertise in acquisition strategy, market valuation, and portfolio diversification focused on 20th-century Modern Art.
Are your exhibitions open to the public?
Yes, all our exhibitions are free and open to the public. Held biannually in our Hampstead gallery, they showcase curated selections of Modern Masterworks with educational context.
How do you participate in international art fairs?
We exhibit at over 20 major international art fairs annually, including Frieze London and Art Basel. This allows global collectors to access our inventory of Modern Master prints and paintings.
Reviews (1)
Gary Worden
Dec 08, 2017
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Good eggs with a few tasty treats tucked away if you ask the assistant nicely. Seems to have a rep for early 20th Century European and Jewish displays.
