FAQs
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: Are all artworks available on the platform original?
A: We curate exclusive 1-of-1 Original Artworks (paintings, sculptures, mixed media) alongside highly limited, certified Fine Art Editions. Every single piece—whether an original masterpiece or a limited edition print—is created in direct collaboration with the artist, signed, numbered, and fully certified. We do not sell open-edition or mass-market reproductions.
Q: Do artworks come with a Certificate of Authenticity?
A: Yes. Every acquisition from Because Art Matters is accompanied by an official, signed Certificate of Authenticity (COA) issued directly by the gallery or the artist, guaranteeing its origin, provenance, and archival integrity.
Q: What is your sales and return policy?
A: Due to the unique, delicate, and irreplaceable nature of original fine art and limited editions, ALL SALES ARE FINAL. We do not accept returns or exchanges for change of mind. In the rare event that a piece arrives damaged during transit, you must inspect the shipment upon arrival and report it to us with photographic proof within 48 hours at info@becauseartmatters.com.
Q: How are artworks packaged and shipped?
A: We ship worldwide directly from Lisbon using specialized fine art logistics partners. Every piece is custom-packed using museum-grade protective materials to ensure it arrives in pristine condition at your temple. You will receive real-time tracking details as soon as your shipment is dispatched.
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ABOUT US
Because Art Matters gallery is a catalyst for the New Contemporary art movement.
Operating from the industrial soul of Lisbon’s 8 Marvila, we are dedicated to the pursuit of exceptional talent and original artworks that break formal and conceptual boundaries.
Our curation is a deliberate disruption.
We navigate the fluid borders between urban contemporary, psychedelia, and avant-garde sculpture, representing a global roster of established artists who refuse to be categorized. At Because Art Matters, we don’t just hang art on walls, we cultivate a community where collectors and creators collide to redefine the visual language of our time.
The art gallery curates and produces a distinct array of solo and group exhibitions throughout the year, alongside collaborative projects and bespoke private art collections, operating with a total commitment to authenticity: every acquisition is an original, signed, and fully certified work of art.
Whether you are a seasoned collector or acquiring your first piece, we provide a professional gateway to art that carries a distinct, lasting voice.
Welcome to our Temple,
Because Art Matters.
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CRAFTSMANSHIP & FINE ART STANDARDS
Museum-Grade Fine Art Papers
For our limited-edition prints and works on paper, paper selection is an absolute priority. We strictly utilize premium, museum-grade 100% cotton and fine art papers selected specifically to enhance each artist's distinct visual language. Free of acid, lignin, and optical brighteners, these heavyweight archival papers offer exceptional tactile depth, vivid color reproduction, deep blacks, and supreme age resistance designed to stand the test of time.
Digigraphie® & Archival Pigment Prints
We utilize Archival Pigment / Giclée printing processes endorsed by Digigraphie® standards (Epson, Hahnemühle, Canson). By applying high-density pigment inks onto fine art paper under strict environmental controls, we guarantee critical color accuracy and archival permanence for generations of collectors.
Ethical Apparel & Merchandise
Our wearable art and merch collections adhere to strict ethical and environmental certifications:
- Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS): Certified organic fibers across the entire supply chain.
- Fairtrade & Fair Wear Foundation: Guaranteeing fair wages, safe working conditions, and respect for garment workers.
- PETA-Approved Vegan: 100% cruelty-free, animal-free materials.