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What is the standard commission for art agents?

I am a fine artist looking for an agent wondering what is the standard percentage taken for sales by an agent.


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It is a lot! Especially since mostly artists and buyers don't get to know each other. An agent will always try to make you believe they will sell or sold you cheaply. At the same time they will try and get the most from the buyer. The difference between both prices is their money to keep. This is how it works mostly, no matter what you agree beforehand.

Anything up to 20% is not uncommon.
Good luck !!!