Buyer FAQs
Introduction
Manifested.Art helps you discover original art that fits your space—without limiting your sense of discovery.
You share your size, budget, and style preferences, and Sellers respond with proposals that are both relevant and diverse. Instead of sorting through endless mismatches, you can explore a wide range of original work knowing everything you see is already aligned with your criteria—while still encountering pieces you might not have thought to look for on your own.
The Process
How does Manifested.Art work?
Start by posting your manifesto - upload photos of your space, along with your desired size, budget, and style preferences.
Sellers then submit up to two original works that fit your criteria. This creates a stream of proposals that is focused, high-quality, and varied, giving you room to discover something unexpected without feeling overwhelmed.
When you find a piece you love, you can accept the proposal and complete your purchase through our secure checkout.
What happens after I receive proposals?
You can review proposals at your own pace. Each includes images, dimensions, medium, and pricing.
You are free to explore broadly within your criteria. Every piece you see will be relevant, but the range of styles and approaches can still surprise you. Shortlist your favorites or accept a proposal when you are ready. There is no obligation to choose.
How does payment work?
Your payment is held securely by the platform until your artwork is delivered and inspected by you.
Once the seller submits the tracking information, a portion of the payment is released to the seller to recover the cost of shipping and send the work with confidence. The remaining balance is only released after delivery and your subsequent two-day inspection period.
Who can bid on my manifesto?
Every Seller on Manifested.Art is individually vetted before they can propose work. During the application process, each Seller provides bills of sale documenting actual transactions at the sizes and price points relevant to their practice.
This means the Sellers bidding on your manifesto have a proven track record of selling work at comparable sizes and budgets.
Shipping & Delivery
Who handles shipping?
Every seller in the Manifested.Art community has committed to shipping in accordance with our layer protection packing standards outlined here. Sellers carefully package and ship their work using professional standards.
They also insure the shipment for the full value of the artwork while it is in transit, protecting the piece as it travels to you. Manifested.Art tracks the process and helps keep everything moving smoothly.
How are shipping costs calculated?
Shipping is based on your location, the Seller's location, and the size of the artwork.
You'll see one clear, all-in price at checkout—artwork plus shipping. There are no hidden fees.
When will my artwork ship?
Sellers typically pack and ship within 3–5 business days after your payment is confirmed.
Once shipped, you will receive tracking details and delivery updates in your account profile dashboard.
Inspection & Returns
What is the inspection period?
Once your artwork is delivered, you will have 48 hours from the carrier's delivery timestamp to inspect it and ensure you are fully satisfied.
What should I do when my artwork arrives?
When your piece arrives:
- Check the outer packaging for visible damage
- Carefully unpack and keep all original materials
- Inspect the artwork closely
Then confirm receipt in your platform dashboard—or let us know if anything is not as expected.
What if the artwork arrives damaged?
If your artwork arrives damaged, report it within the 48-hour inspection period with photos of the packaging and the piece.
You will not be charged for damaged artwork. We will pause the transaction and work with the Seller as they file an insurance claim with their shipping carrier.
What if I don't like the artwork in person?
If the piece isn't right for your space, you may request a return within the 48-hour inspection period.
Return shipping and insurance are your responsibility, and the artwork must be sent back in its original condition and packaging. Once the artwork has been received by the Seller, your refund for the artwork price will be processed. The original outbound shipping you paid for is non-refundable.
What if the artwork doesn't match the agreed specifications?
If the artwork differs from what was agreed (size, medium, or other key details), Manifested.Art will engage with you and the seller to help you get a resolution.
You will receive a full refund, and the Seller will cover the cost of return shipping and insurance for the return shipment.
What happens if I don't take action within 48 hours?
After the inspection period, the artwork is considered accepted and the transaction is completed.
Platform Role
What does Manifested.Art handle?
We're here to make your experience smooth, secure, and fair. We:
- Connect you with Sellers whose work fits your criteria
- Hold your payment securely throughout the transaction
- Track shipping and delivery progress
- Help to resolve issues if anything unexpected takes place
What if there's a dispute?
Issues are very rare, however, if an issue does arise, Manifested.Art will pause the transaction and review all relevant details - photos, shipping records, and documentation from the buyer and seller.
Our goal is a fair, transparent resolution so you can move forward with confidence.