Masterworks Art Portfolio
About
Masterworks has acquired 430+ paintings and sold 23 — all at profit — with returns ranging from 4.1% to 77.3% IRR. Over $61M distributed to investors. 25-year art market return of 11.2% vs 10.2% S&P 500. Fees: 1.5% annual + 20% profit share. 500+ pieces currently held. Secondary market available for early exit.
AI Investment Summary
Masterworks is the leading fractional art platform with a perfect exit record — 23/23 sales at profit. Returns from 4.1% to 77.3% IRR. Art has returned 11.2% over 25 years vs 10.2% for S&P 500. Secondary market provides some pre-exit liquidity.
Structure
Fractional Art Shares
Stage
Public Fund
Accreditation
Open to All
Liquidity
Semi-Liquid
Geography
New York, NY
Revenue
profitable
Total Investors
50,000
Green Flags
- 23/23 exits at profit
- $61M+ returned to investors
- Art uncorrelated with stock market
- Secondary market for early exit
Risk Flags
- Art valuations are subjective
- 3-7 year hold until sale
- 1.5% annual fee + 20% profit share
- Unsold works not reflected in performance
Similar Deals in Fine Art
Masterworks Contemporary Art
Public Fund
Individual Basquiat, Banksy, Picasso works — $20 per share.
Min. Investment
$20
Masterworks Basquiat Collection
Public Fund
Fractional Basquiat painting — $20 min, art has 17.8% avg returns.
Min. Investment
$20
Minimum Investment
$20
Lock-up Period
3-7 years (until sale)
Tags
LISTED
2025-01-01