Business Details
47 Years
experience
Your Premier Destination for Contemporary Art in Northbrook
Art Post Gallery has been a trusted destination for original contemporary and abstract art in the Chicago area for over four decades. Founded by Chris Bates, our gallery specializes in curating a diverse inventory of original paintings that reflect the evolving tastes of discerning collectors and interior designers. With 44+ years of experience, we pride ourselves on our deep expertise in art curation, personalized client service, and commitment to enhancing spaces with unique visual narratives. Our team of art consultants combines decades of industry knowledge with a passion for discovering emerging talent, ensuring every client finds pieces that resonate with their aesthetic vision. We offer comprehensive art consulting services for residential and commercial spaces, complemented by our in-house fine framing expertise that elevates each artwork's presentation.Recognized for our exceptional inventory and approachable professionalism, we maintain strong relationships with artists and collectors nationwide. Our gallery's reputation for integrity, design sophistication, and customer-centric approach has made us a preferred partner for creating meaningful art collections. We value transparency in our transactions and maintain strict confidentiality for all client communications. Through our curated selections and expert guidance, we continue to transform spaces into dynamic expressions of personal and professional identity.
Services
Original Art Sales
Art Consulting
Fine Framing
Residential Installations
Commercial Art Curation
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- 44+ years of expertise in contemporary art curation
- One of Chicago's largest original art inventories
- Personalized art consulting for residential and commercial spaces
- In-house fine framing by master artisans
- Proven track record with collectors and interior designers
What people say
Exceptional variety
Expert consultants
Exquisite framing
Personalized service
Unique collections
Services
Original Art Sales
Curated selection of contemporary and abstract paintings from established and emerging artists. Each original piece undergoes rigorous quality assessment to ensure artistic merit and investment value. Our inventory spans multiple styles and mediums, catering to diverse aesthetic preferences for both private collectors and commercial clients.
Art Consulting
Personalized art curation services for residential and commercial spaces. Our consultants combine 44 years of industry expertise with spatial analysis to create cohesive collections that enhance environments. We guide clients through selection, placement, and acquisition processes while maintaining strict confidentiality and budget parameters.
Fine Framing
Custom framing solutions executed by master artisans using archival materials. Our framing process enhances artwork presentation while preserving long-term value. We offer extensive molding selections and matting options to complement diverse artistic styles, ensuring each piece receives appropriate conservation-grade treatment.
Residential Installations
Comprehensive art installation services for private residences. Our team handles artwork placement, wall preparation, and hanging with precision, considering lighting and spatial dynamics. We provide temporary installation of loaned pieces and maintain detailed records for client collections.
Commercial Art Curation
Tailored art programs for business environments that reflect brand identity and enhance workplace aesthetics. We manage large-scale installations, coordinate with interior designers, and provide ongoing collection maintenance. Our corporate clients benefit from exclusive access to curated selections and volume purchasing advantages.
People
Chris Bates
Owner/Art Consultant
With 44+ years of experience in contemporary art curation, Chris Bates has built Art Post Gallery's reputation for expertise and design excellence. She specializes in matching clients with original artworks that reflect their personal or professional identity while maintaining strict confidentiality and ethical standards.
Questions
What types of art do you specialize in?
We focus on contemporary and abstract paintings from emerging and established artists, with occasional mixed media works.
Do you offer art consulting services?
Yes, our personalized art consulting includes space analysis, artwork selection, and collection management for residential and commercial clients.
Can you help with art installation?
We provide professional installation services for both temporary and permanent art placements in homes and businesses.
What framing options are available?
Our in-house framing studio offers custom solutions using archival materials with extensive molding and matting choices.
How do you ensure art quality?
Each piece undergoes rigorous evaluation for artistic merit, condition, and investment potential before entering our inventory.
Do you work with interior designers?
Yes, we collaborate with designers on sourcing artwork, coordinating installations, and maintaining client confidentiality throughout projects.
Reviews (4)
Karen Jung
Jun 04, 2021
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The lady who was working was EXTREMELY RUDE!!!! She should be fired. Basically kicked us out of the store when asking her a question about a piece, telling us to "stop right there" before we could even finish talking. The people who work there act like they are better than everyone else and are very stingy. They have a bad attitude and clearly don't care about the customers with the way we were treated. I am appalled that they have employees like that working there and will not be returning to buy the piece that we were interested in. In response to the owners reply, I assume they are not the
Andrea R.
Apr 19, 2021
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I've been to one gallery after another looking for the perfect painting for my family room. I'm bummed that the hunt for a painting took me so long to visit Art Post Gallery because they have gorgeous work. I spent a lot of time examining the artwork on their website ahead of time and love how they let you search by style, size and other options that makes the art buying process a little easier. I had admired a few paintings on their site, but of course nothing beats seeing something in person. And the same paintings I liked on the site were even better in person. I liked one, Uplifting
Loredana B.
Apr 12, 2019
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My favorite art gallery in North Shore. The owner, Chris, is very welcoming, available, willing to help, and quite proud of the works of art displayed in the gallery. I have purchased 3 beautiful paintings the past few months. My family and I love the joy they bring to our home and life. I highly recommend this gallery for its variety, amazing customer service, and overall great experience.
C. J.
Sep 09, 2015
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This gallery has better quality and more selection than any gallery in Chicago! Th space itself is just spectacular and they have a huge inventory of modern and abstract art, as well as more contemporary paintings, paper art and beautiful fine framing. The location in the shopping center is super convenient to stop in regularly and see that's new!
