There are two approaches you can take when it comes to selecting art.
Option 1) You can embark on a meticulous curation process that involves moodboarding, colour coordination and acute sizing schemes. Option 2) See it, like it, buy it.
Choosing art for the office or home is an emotional endeavour. We often pick it depending on what makes us feel. Art historian Clive Bell coined the phrase ‘significant form’ to summarise this experience, arguing in his 1914 text Art that: “Lines and colours combined in a particular way, certain forms and relations of forms, [that] stir our aesthetic emotions.”
Impressionism, post-impressionism and abstract expressionism are the most widely regarded as artistic movements of emotion. Indistinct forms, vibrant colourways and large, painterly brushstrokes are highly expressive, which may suit consumers searching for works that inspire and emote.
On the other hand, those who prefer a more pared-back feel to the home may opt for something a touch more traditional. Art prints stocked by London-based galleries such as the National Gallery and the Royal Academy span a myriad of eras, housing replicas from Monet to Miró and David Hockney.
Traditionalists may prefer a sprinkling of Renaissance romance à la Botticelli or a dollop of Baroque beauty carved out by Caravaggio via The National Gallery’s online print shop. It’s never been easier to transport viewers from the stillness of the Dutch Golden Age to the romp and splendour of the gilded Rococo years - minus the eye-watering price tags the original works are accompanied by.
It’s simply a case of knowing where to look. Whether fashion photography or still life floats your boat, there are plenty of places to browse for intriguing pieces to elevate your home.
Infuse your space with personality and flex your artistic muscle by discovering the best places to browse for art prints below.
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National Gallery
Transform your home into an eclectic art museum. The National Gallery is replete with famed reproductions, from Van Gogh’s Sunflowers to Monet’s Bathers at La Grenouillère. Lose yourself in Turner’s nostalgic landscapes, marvel at Rembrandt’s portraits and analyse the intricacies of Piero della Francesca's 15th-century works.
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John Lewis
John Lewis is a makeover mecca for all things homeware, and this extends to wall art. Explore hundreds of art prints from abstract pieces to famed replicas of Picasso drawings, all boasting varying price points to suit any art enthusiast.
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Anthropologie
Anthropologie stocks wall art, posters and prints typically replete with fun tones and modern styles. The eclectic brand champions colourful wall designs, revolving around wildlife and human interactions. Scenes on offer span women enjoying a moment of solitude, jolly painterly labradors and mod-inspired florals.
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H&M Home
Inexpensive and effortlessly chic, H&M’s print collection is not to be underestimated. With over 600 products to peruse, shoppers are faced with scenes of all shapes, subjects and sizes.
Choose from serene photographic shots of the Californian hills, artistic reproductions, minimalistic graphic prints and more.
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Liberty
Curate a quintessentially British home with a heritage piece from Liberty. Featuring an array of artworks, both original and replicated, the beloved brand is a bustling hub of traditional florals, contemporary graphics and archival prints.
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King & McGaw
Our go-to source for art prints and reproductions, King & McGaw is a treasure trove of visual splendours. Departments include modern, contemporary, rare and abstract, while film and photography appeal to those with a penchant for snapshot visuals.
Invest in a Mondrian focal piece, an archival Fiorucci print or a Kandinsky creation to showcase with pride. A true art lover’s paradise.
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Royal Academy
Delve into a vibrant artistic archive of prints and posters with The Royal Academy’s online selection that includes masterpieces by Monet, Chagall, Hockney and many more notable names.
Whether opting for a timeless Degas or Bauhaus aesthetic, the RA has got your wall decorating woes covered.
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Desenio
A hub for all things preppy and playful, Desenio is brimming with colourful prints. Florals, checkerboard designs and pastels feature heavily, making the website the dream destination for those with a feminine touch.
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Tate
Whether abstract expressionism or realism tickles your fancy, the Tate has plenty of prints to marvel at. Animate your home with a distinctive Rothko, a colourful Frank Bowling or a dreamscape by Georgia O’Keefe.
From Picasso’s famed portraits to Matisse’s serene nudes, there’s an iconic artwork for anyone wanting to uplift their interiors.
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Fy!
You won’t leave empty-handed after a brief scroll through Fy. The website is a gargantuan source of escapism. Pepper your walls with posters from around the world and jet off to Barbados, Morocco, Vietnam and Australia while (sadly) remaining in the comfort of your own home.
Head over to the prints section to uncover modern artistic reproduction to bring your room to life.
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