+ How much is my Riley print worth?
Riley print values vary considerably depending on the period, series, condition, and edition size. Early black-and-white optical works and the Fragments series — printed on Plexiglas — occupy the highest tier of the market due to their scarcity and foundational importance to her practice. Colour works from later periods offer strong liquidity and consistent collector demand. Complete sets and portfolios trade for significantly more than individual prints sold separately. The most reliable way to understand what your specific print is worth today is through a complimentary valuation — contact info@alexyellop.com to get started.
+ Is there a fee for your valuation or selling service?
No. There is no fee to consign a work and no charge for a valuation. The process costs you nothing — you receive the full agreed sale price, with no commission, no marketing charges, and no deductions of any kind. If you decide not to proceed at any stage, there is no obligation and no cost.
+ How does the selling process work?
The process begins with a complimentary valuation. Once a sale price is agreed, the work is offered discreetly to an established network of collectors, dealers, and private clients internationally. No sale is completed without your approval. When a buyer is confirmed and funds are secured, payment is made directly to you — your work is not released until cleared funds have been received. Throughout, the process is handled with full discretion and no obligation to proceed at any stage.
+ Do you buy prints outright or sell on my behalf?
Both options are available. Some sellers prefer a straightforward outright purchase for speed and certainty; others prefer a consignment arrangement to achieve the best possible price over a slightly longer timeframe. The right approach depends on the work, the current market, and your own priorities — this will be discussed openly at the valuation stage with no pressure either way.
+ How long does it take to sell a Riley print?
Most sales complete within six to eight weeks of coming to market. Riley's colour works in particular benefit from consistent international demand, and we maintain active relationships with collectors specifically seeking her work. Rarer early pieces may take a little longer to place with the right buyer.
+ When and how will I be paid?
Payment is made upon sale, by bank transfer, once cleared funds have been received from the buyer. Your work is never released to a buyer before your payment has been confirmed — this applies without exception. Terms are agreed transparently before the process begins with no surprise deductions.
+ Does my print need to be sent to you?
No — your print can remain with you throughout the sales process. High-quality photographs and a short video are required to present the work to prospective buyers, and in some cases unframing may be necessary to photograph the full sheet and margins accurately. Guidance on how to do this is provided, and any logistics required once a sale is agreed are handled as part of the service.
+ Does the condition of my print affect its value?
Condition is particularly significant with Riley. The precision of her optical work means that fading, surface marks, or damage are more visually disruptive than with many other artists, and fading in particular is usually irreversible. Works in all conditions are considered and condition is always assessed honestly as part of the valuation — condition is a factor in determining value but rarely prevents a sale entirely.
+ What documentation do I need?
Any documentation of ownership history you have — receipts, invoices, or previous auction records — will support the sale, though works without a complete paper trail can still be placed successfully. The Bridget Riley Art Foundation does not offer authentication services, so prints are verified by cross-referencing physical details against the catalogue raisonné, which documents edition numbers, formats, and materials for each work.
+ How do I get started?
Email info@alexyellop.com with a few photographs of your print, its approximate dimensions, and any details you have about its edition number and provenance. A complimentary valuation and initial assessment will follow. The process is completely confidential and carries no obligation to proceed.
Why sell with Alex Yellop?
Alex Yellop specialises in blue-chip prints, editions, and works on paper across major post-war and contemporary artists of the 20th and 21st centuries. With an established history of placing major paintings, prints, and complete series for private clients across the UK, Europe, and the United States, we maintain an active international collector base and use live market data — drawn from current auction results and private sale records — to achieve strong results for sellers.
