FAQ

AfriValuable

AfriValuable FAQ

Who We Are

AfriValuable is born out of deep expertise and an unconditional love for African contemporary art. The platform is led by Valerie Kabov, an internationally recognized art market analyst, advisor, and educator with over three decades of global experience collaborating with collectors and premier auction houses.

As the co-founder of First Floor Gallery Harare and a co-founder of the African Art Galleries Association, Valerie has spent the last 15 years building infrastructure for contemporary African art. AfriValuable brings this elite institutional knowledge directly to your laptop or smartphone, offering a friendly and secure portal into art investment.

How It Works

STEP 01

List Your Work

Submit your artwork details through our intuitive platform. Our expert team conducts discreet due diligence and confirms authentication records to maintain total marketplace integrity.

STEP 02

Inquire & Vet

Interested buyers click Inquire. We personally vet every inquirer to establish serious intent and financial readiness before requesting your approval to share private images.

STEP 03

Secure Closing

Once a final price is agreed, AfriValuable acts as the trusted intermediary. We handle contracts, secure payments, domestic and regional shipping, and logistics from start to finish.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

I am new to collecting. Is contemporary African art really a safe investment?

Yes, contemporary African art is one of the most dynamic asset classes in the cultural sector today. However, an investment is only truly valuable if it is liquid. Until now, local collectors lacked a straightforward way to resell artwork without exorbitant international freight fees. AfriValuable creates a trusted domestic ecosystem allowing you to buy and sell confidently as your tastes evolve.

Are the artworks I upload kept private?

Absolutely. We understand that discretion is vital when managing your personal collection. Only the artist's name, general description, size, date, and asking price are publicly visible. Images, ownership identity, and sensitive documentation remain private unless you explicitly authorize their release to a vetted buyer.

Can I upload a piece that I do not legally own?

To maintain trust, we strongly prefer owners list their own works. However, advisors, consultants, and family members may submit artwork on behalf of an owner with written authorization. Simply select the appropriate option during submission.

How does AfriValuable make buying and selling safe?

AfriValuable acts as the trusted intermediary for every transaction. Once a sale is agreed, we purchase the work directly from the seller and immediately transfer ownership to the buyer. This structure ensures secure payments, legally sound contracts, and professionally managed shipping.

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