The price on the page is the start
A listed price is the cost of the work. It is not always the cost of getting the work onto your wall. This page walks through each line of the bill so there are no surprises. We do not give ranges for lines we cannot know in advance. Where a number depends on the work, ask for a quote.
Line by line
1. The listed price
Every available work on artofnoma.com shows its price in Mexican pesos. Check what the price includes: whether the work is framed or mounted, and whether a certificate of authenticity comes with it.
2. Framing
Some works are listed framed or mounted and some are not. We offer a framing service before shipping. The cost depends on the work, so ask for a quote.
3. Shipping
Shipping inside Mexico and shipping abroad are priced differently. Size, weight, whether a crate is needed, the insured value and the destination all change the price. Shipping is charged on every order and we quote it per work. Local pickup is possible by appointment in Mexico City.
4. Insurance in transit
Our shipments are insured and tracked. Ask what value is insured and how a claim works. A home insurance policy may not cover art, so it is worth checking with your insurer.
5. Import duties and VAT
Customs duties and import taxes are the buyer’s responsibility, and the rules are different in every country. They must be confirmed for your country before you pay. For works entering Mexico, one third-party tariff site lists paintings as exempt from duty and general import VAT at 16%. That is a secondary source. Verify it with a customs broker before relying on it.
6. Installation
Hanging hardware, a professional installer or a delivery inside the city may add a cost. In Mexico City, ask Carlos Algara about delivery and hanging.
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| Line | Amount | Who quotes it | Notes |
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| Listed price | |||
| Framing | |||
| Shipping | |||
| Insurance in transit | |||
| Import duties | |||
| Import VAT or other taxes | |||
| Installation | |||
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Questions to ask before buying
- What is the condition of the work? Ask for recent photographs of details.
- Does it come with a certificate of authenticity? Who signs it?
- Is it a unique work or an edition? If an edition, how large is it, and which number is this one?
- What is its provenance? Where has it been shown, and who has owned it?
- What happens if it arrives damaged? Damage should be reported on the day it arrives, with photographs. Ask who files the insurance claim.
- What are the return terms, in writing?
Questions are welcome at hello@artofnoma.com or through the art advisory. For works that cross a border, read Buying art across borders: Mexico. The full set of pages is in the collector toolkit.
