Key Market Indicators
The Netherlands is set to be a major player in the art export and import market. Exports of Dutch artwork are expected to reach $151 million by 2026, up 1.6% annually since 2021. Since 1997, exports have grown by 9.5% a year. China was the top exporter in 2021, followed by the UK, Switzerland and France. Meanwhile, imports of Dutch artwork are predicted to hit $445 million by 2026, a 2% annual growth rate since 2021. Imports have increased by 1.5% a year since 1997. South Korea was the top importer in 2021, with the UK, Switzerland and the UAE close behind.
