United Kingdom Online Art Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Type (Paintings, Photography, Drawings, Prints, Others), By Sales Channel (Online Galleries, Artist Websites, Third-Party Marketplaces, Auction Houses), and United Kingdom Online Art Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035.

United Kingdom Online Art Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The United Kingdom Online Art Market Size was estimated at USD 730.42 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 6.20% from 2025 to 2035
• The United Kingdom Online Art Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 1415.34 Million by 2035

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the United Kingdom Online Art Market Size is anticipated to reach USD 1415.34 Million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 6.20% from 2025 to 2035. The desire for art that addresses social and environmental issues is rising, and contemporary and up-and-coming artists are becoming more popular in the online art market.

Market Overview

The digital environment wherein artworks, including paintings, drawings, prints, and photographs, are purchased and sold through online platforms within the United Kingdom is known as the online art market. Digital art platforms, artist marketplaces, online galleries, and auction houses are all included in this. The market is influenced by both domestic and foreign consumers, and websites such as Artfinder and Saatchi Art are important for bringing together collectors and artists. Online platforms have made it easier for art lovers to buy artwork without having to go to actual galleries or auction houses. The market is expanding as a result of the increased convenience that has expanded the possibilities of art buyers. A major factor in the market's growth has been digitalization. Online platforms have made it easier for artists to display their work and for collectors to view a wide variety of artwork from across the world.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the United Kingdom online art market based on various segments and regions, and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the United Kingdom online art market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the United Kingdom online art market.

Driving Factors

The market for United Kingdom online art is propelled by technological developments in smartphones and telecommunications. Online art platforms are also in high demand due to the region's large number of wealthy consumers and art collectors, as well as its long-standing art collecting tradition. Additionally, the country's esteemed art schools, galleries, museums, and supporting infrastructure guarantee a flourishing environment for both artists and collectors. The country's great cultural diversity and rising art appreciation have produced a thriving and dynamic art ecology. This is further reinforced by the growing number of galleries and art institutes that foster local talent and draw attention.

Restraining Factors

However, this market expansion could face some barriers such as a lack of trust and authenticity concerns, high competition and market saturation, limited physical interaction, and intellectual property issues.

Market Segmentation

The United Kingdom online art market share is classified into type and sales channel.

• The photography segment accounted for a significant share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a rapid pace during the forecast period.

The United Kingdom online art market is divided by type into paintings, photography, drawings, prints, and others. Among these, the photography segment accounted for a significant share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a rapid pace during the forecast period. Photographers may now display their work to a worldwide audience without being limited by location, owing to the increasing digitization and simplicity of web presentation. A diverse art ecology is promoted by photography's affordability for both buyers and artists, which attracts up-and-coming artists and new collectors. Further contributing to photography's rise is its capacity to document modern life and societal shifts, as well as its potential as an investment.

• The artist websites segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a rapid pace during the forecast period.

The United Kingdom online art market is segmented by sales channel into online galleries, artist websites, third-party marketplaces, and auction houses. Among these, the artist websites segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a rapid pace during the forecast period. This is because of its affordability and scalability in large-scale manufacturing. The metal injection molding produces precise and lightweight materials, and it is becoming more and more popular in the aerospace and miniaturized electronics industries.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the United Kingdom online art market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Artfinder
• Rise Art
• Vortic Art
• Sedition
• King & McGaw
• Universal Everything
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at United Kingdom, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the United Kingdom online art market based on the below-mentioned segments:

United Kingdom Online Art Market, By Type

• Paintings
• Photography
• Drawings
• Prints
• Others

United Kingdom Online Art Market, By Sales Channel

• Online Galleries
• Artist Websites
• Third-Party Marketplaces
• Auction Houses