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Acquisition Guide

This guide is designed to provide transparency and security for collectors as they navigate the acquisition of work by Michel Devanakis. Whether you are investing in a unique original or an archival multiple, each work is handled with professional rigor to ensure its long-term preservation and value.

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1. Unique Original Works

 

My studio practice is built on technical slowness and conceptual focus. As a result, I produce a limited number of paintings each year, typically between eight and ten. Each work is developed over extended sessions and stands as a distinct stage within an ongoing investigation into the Threshold.

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The Acquisition Workflow

 

To ensure clarity for international collectors, acquisitions follow a structured sequence:
 

Securing the Work
A non-refundable deposit confirms the acquisition and removes the painting from availability.

Preparation

Once the acquisition has been confirmed, the painting is carefully prepared for transport.

For most original works, I recommend shipping the canvas rolled in a reinforced protective tube. This method reduces structural stress during transportation and is particularly suitable for larger oil paintings.

The surface is protected using archival materials before the work is packed.

If a collector prefers the painting to remain stretched, a custom wooden crate can be arranged at additional cost. Extra shipping costs will also apply.

Documentation

Each original painting is accompanied by:

  • A hand-signed Certificate of Authenticity.

  • A studio record documenting the work and its provenance.

  • Information identifying the painting's series, medium, dimensions, and year of creation.

  • A brief narrative placing the work within its broader artistic context.

Final Payment

Once the artwork has been prepared for dispatch, the remaining balance is due.

The painting is shipped after full payment has been received.

Shipment
The work is dispatched immediately upon receipt of the final payment.

The shipment is insured for the full value stated on the invoice.

For direct acquisitions above €2,000 within the EU/EEA, standard professional packaging, handling, and shipping are complimentary.

Shipping information and tracking details are sent to the collector once the work has been dispatched.

 

Legal and Customs Requirements
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Depending on the destination, the shipment may be subject to specific documentation, customs, tax, or import requirements.

These requirements vary according to the destination country and the nature of the transaction.

I will provide the documentation required from the studio and will communicate any additional information needed to complete the shipment.

For destinations outside the EU/EEA, any import duties, taxes, customs charges, or other fees imposed by the destination country are the responsibility of the collector.

 

Payment
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For direct acquisitions from the studio, payment can be made by:

  • Direct bank transfer

  • PayPal

  • Credit or debit card through a secure Stripe payment link

An official invoice is issued for every purchase.

For business purchases within the EU, the applicable VAT treatment depends on the status of the purchaser and the transaction. Where relevant, a valid EU VAT number may be requested so that the correct VAT treatment can be applied to the invoice.

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A Direct Relationship with the Artist

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Original paintings acquired directly from the studio come with a direct relationship with the artist who created them.

I remain available to answer questions about the work, its history, installation, care, or documentation before and after the acquisition.

The objective is simple: the collector should know exactly what they are acquiring, how it will be handled, and how it will reach its new home.

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2. Limited Edition Fine Art Prints

 

Limited editions extend access to the work without compromising material standards. They are produced with the same attention to longevity and consistency.
 

Material & Edition Structure
 

  • Printed on Hahnemühle German Etching 310gsm paper or similar

  • Produced with archival pigment inks

  • Limited to 100 prints per size

  • Each print is signed, numbered, and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity
     

Edition numbers are assigned sequentially. Once completed, an edition is not reproduced.

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Shipping
 

Prints are rolled and shipped in protective tubes. Delivery operates on a flat-rate system depending on the destination.

Further details are available on the Shipping Information page.

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