Invest in Aboriginal Art Australia
The world's oldest continuous art form — and one of Australia's most compelling investment opportunities. Fully owned and operated by Indigenous Australians.
Why Aboriginal Art?
A Living Tradition
Aboriginal art is the world's oldest continuous art form, carrying deep cultural significance and a global collector base that continues to grow year after year.
A Proven Investment
For the past fifteen or more years, quality Aboriginal art has been appreciating at tremendous rates — outpacing many traditional asset classes. Sales have been skyrocketing worldwide, with new records set both in Australia and internationally for paintings sold and monetary value achieved.
Appreciation Rates That Speak for Themselves
Recorded rates of appreciation for good quality Aboriginal art have ranged from 22% to 600% per annum. This excludes tourist art — we focus exclusively on works with genuine cultural and investment merit.
22%
Minimum Annual Appreciation
Recorded for quality Aboriginal works
600%
Maximum Annual Appreciation
Recorded for top-tier Aboriginal works
$2.4M
Record Auction Sale
Sotheby's Melbourne, July 25, 2007
The Clifford Possum Story
On 25 July 2007, Sotheby's in Melbourne sold a Clifford Possum Tjapaltjarri painting for a record-breaking $2.4 million — originally purchased from the artist in the early 1970s for just $140.00.
Originally commissioned by the Commonwealth Bank, this single sale galvanised the global art market. Leading auction houses around the world have since commenced auctioning Aboriginal art, cementing its status as a serious international asset class.
Superannuation Investment Opportunity
The Australian Taxation Office has relaxed its laws over the past five years regarding superannuation investments. The key requirement that remains constant: the investment must appreciate in value at a constant rate over time — not depreciate — to fully maximise benefits to the fund.
ATO Compliant
Aboriginal art meets the ATO's core requirement of consistent value appreciation over time.
Portfolio Diversification
Tangible, culturally significant assets that diversify beyond traditional financial instruments.
Long-Term Growth
A fifteen-year track record of strong appreciation makes Aboriginal art a compelling super fund asset.
Auction vs. Gallery Prices
Understanding the market means knowing where prices are set — and where they aren't published.
🔨 Auction Houses
Auction results are publicly recorded and transparent. We include full Auction Results in your portfolio to give a clear picture of what artists are currently selling for on the open market.
🖼️ Art Galleries
Gallery prices tend to be 50% to 200% higher than average auction sale prices. Unfortunately, galleries do not generally publish sale records, making it difficult to fully grasp the higher end of the market.
What's Included in Your Portfolio
01
Curated Artwork Selection
High-quality Aboriginal works chosen for maximum appreciation potential — not tourist art.
02
Auction Results Documentation
Comprehensive auction records to benchmark current market values for each artist.
03
Gallery Price References
Wherever possible, gallery pricing is included to illustrate the full market range.
04
Valuations & Assessments
Pending registrations for valuations and assessments are also included in your portfolio.
A Global Market on the Rise
Aboriginal art is no longer a niche collector's market — it is a recognised global asset class with growing demand across continents.
Major auction houses worldwide have entered the Aboriginal art space following landmark sales, driving international competition and pushing prices to new heights.
Our Approach to Pricing
Negotiable Prices
All prices are negotiable. We are happy to discuss your budget and investment goals at any time to find the right works for your portfolio.
Authentic & Verified
Every work is authentic, sourced directly and verified — no tourist art, only investment-grade pieces with genuine cultural provenance.
Indigenous Owned
Aboriginal Art Australia is fully owned and operated by Indigenous Australians — your investment directly supports the community and its artists.
Invest in the World's Oldest Art Form
Why not invest in the world's oldest continuous art form — and promote Australia's unique Indigenous culture at the same time? Aboriginal art offers a rare combination of cultural significance, proven appreciation, and superannuation compliance.