Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Premier Fine Art Gallery in Boston
Established in 1937, Childs Gallery has built a distinguished reputation as a premier fine art dealer in Boston's Back Bay. Our expertise spans over 85 years of curating and selling American and European artwork from the Renaissance through Contemporary periods. We specialize in mid-20th century American Modernism, Abstract Expressionism, Boston Expressionism, and works by women and queer artists. Our services include expert appraisals for insurance and tax purposes, personalized art consultation for collectors, and comprehensive art rental programs for businesses and film productions.With a vast inventory of paintings, watercolors, prints, and sculptures, we serve collectors, estates, and institutions nationwide. Our in-house custom framing services and partnerships with qualified conservators ensure complete art care solutions. As stewards of significant artists' estates, we maintain rigorous scholarship standards reflected in our extensive gallery publications. Our commitment to client service and deep market knowledge has sustained our success through decades of evolving artistic tastes.
Services
Art Appraisals
Art Consultation
Art Rentals
Custom Framing
Art Restoration
Estate Sales
Film Production Rentals
Details
- Year established: 1937
Highlights and features
- We offer 85+ years of expertise in fine art curation and sales
- Our inventory spans Renaissance masterworks to Contemporary art
- We provide IRS-compliant appraisal services for tax purposes
- Our art rental program serves major film and television productions
- We maintain partnerships with qualified art conservators nationwide
Services
Art Appraisals
Our qualified appraisers provide IRS-compliant evaluations for insurance, estate planning, and tax-gift purposes. We specialize in Old Master and Modern prints, European/American paintings from 1850-present, and figurative photography. Appraisals are available on individual works or hourly basis with transparent fee structures.
Art Consultation
We help clients develop personalized art collections aligned with aesthetic preferences, budget, and goals. Through our global network, we source works beyond our inventory and provide comprehensive support including research, price analysis, framing, shipping, and installation services for both private and corporate clients.
Art Rentals
Our rental and lease-to-own programs provide businesses with immediate access to fine art for office environments. We offer curated selections of paintings, sculptures, and prints with flexible terms, plus professional installation services to enhance both new and existing spaces.
Custom Framing
In partnership with South End frame shop Around the Corner Framing, we offer museum-quality custom framing solutions. Clients can select from diverse mouldings and materials to create frames that enhance artwork while complementing display spaces, with expert installation services available.
Art Restoration
We collaborate with qualified conservators to maintain artwork integrity across mediums. Our network provides expert restoration services for works on paper, paintings, and sculptures, with consultation available for preservation needs and long-term care strategies.
Questions
What types of art does Childs Gallery specialize in?
We specialize in American and European artwork from the Renaissance through Contemporary periods, with emphasis on mid-20th century American Modernism, Abstract Expressionism, Boston Expressionism, and works by women and queer artists.
Do you provide art appraisal services?
Yes, we offer IRS-compliant appraisals for insurance, estate planning, and tax-gift purposes covering Old Master prints, Modern works, European/American paintings from 1850-present, and figurative photography.
Can businesses rent artwork for office spaces?
We provide fine art rental and lease-to-own programs for architects, design firms, and businesses seeking to enhance work environments with rotating exhibitions of collectible paintings, sculpture, and prints.
Do you help with movie and television art rentals?
Yes, we supply paintings, prints, and sculptures for film and television productions in the Boston area. Our inventory has been featured in major productions including The Departed, Knives Out, and The Equalizer 2.
What art conservation services do you offer?
We work with qualified conservators to provide restoration services for works on paper, paintings, and sculptures. Our team can assess preservation needs and coordinate professional conservation treatments.
How can I sell artwork through Childs Gallery?
We accept consignments of high-quality works after evaluation. With 85+ years of experience, we offer discreet sales solutions that protect value better than public auction markets.
Reviews (3)
Nick Fugaro
Oct 14, 2016
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Childs Gallery is a delightful Boston landmark, serving collectors worldwide. Though recent renovations have occurred, the history of the gallery and the quality of artwork is evident walking through the front door. Not many establishments offer Old Master through contemporary, in every medium possible. Definitely something for everyone and every budget. Also, a great place to sell your fine art too
Roger Vale
Jun 08, 2016
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Consigned a Ignaz Marcel Gaugengigl painting with Richard Baiano and Stephanie Bond of Childs Gallery. They were aware that i was selling the painting to raise finance for medical treatment.
Childs gallery sold the painting, unfortunately neither Richard Baiano or Stephanie Bond have seen fit to pay me the consignor any of the money from the painting. They sold the painting for a nice amount of money and informed me that they owed me $9,500.
Knowing i needed the money for medical treatment they are still refusing to pay me what they owe.
if you are considering consigning with Childs Gallery
Childs gallery sold the painting, unfortunately neither Richard Baiano or Stephanie Bond have seen fit to pay me the consignor any of the money from the painting. They sold the painting for a nice amount of money and informed me that they owed me $9,500.
Knowing i needed the money for medical treatment they are still refusing to pay me what they owe.
if you are considering consigning with Childs Gallery
Aderson Exume
Feb 02, 2016
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Childs Gallery is probably the best art gallery/antique shop in ALL of New England, not just in Massachusetts. Their only competition is from their neighbor and only rival, Brodney Antiques, a few doors down on Newbury Street. However, Brodney is only quantitatively superior. Qualitatively, Childs has an unmatched inventory of high quality museum-worthy paintings, sculptures and prints in the entire New England area. The staff is very knowledgeable and highly professional. They also do their best to be very courteous and friendly. However, one can still feel a bit of uppityness in the sociality
