Creativity and Inspiration Lives Here
By Beth Shields, updated by Carol Kehoe
Nothing makes a statement or sets the mood like a carefully chosen work of art. It can delight the eye, challenge the mind, or move the viewer to a state of quiet contemplation.
Offering its diverse collection for sale or rent, Teichert Gallery, operated by the Art Sales and Rental Society, has been a bridge for 50 years, linking contemporary Nova Scotia artists with public and private spaces through its innovative service. This service encourages awareness and interest in the region’s vibrant artistic community and allows access to fine, original art at affordable prices. Why not try renting a piece or two for your home or office environment? You may be surprised how something as simple as adding art to your space can completely transform it.
Law firm Cox & Palmer has been renting art from Teichert Gallery for more than 10 years. “Many of the works that we rent become conversation pieces among our lawyers, staff and clients,” says Managing Partner Joe Burke. “The art not only makes people happy, but it reflects and celebrates the diversity of our firm, as well as our commitment to the region and its artists.”
Comprising a varied inventory of high-quality drawings and paintings – ranging in style and subject matter from traditional landscapes to contemporary abstraction – the collection is in a constant state of renewal and change. Many new, emerging artists join our core group of well-established talents each year. Our collection gathers together these works to allow public exposure to a broader range of art…offering you a welcome saving in time and effort. Submissions from artists are juried [monthly] and this careful selection process ensures a consistently high quality of artwork for your space.
Need some advice? We can help. As a service to our corporate clients, our highly qualified team [is] pleased to provide…a free personal consultation at the gallery or at your work environment to ensure that the artwork you select suits your space, taste and budget. If you need assistance getting the artwork from us to your wall, we can also coordinate delivery and installation for a nominal fee.
You must be a member of AGNS to rent, but anyone can purchase. Explore our online gallery at teichertgallery.ca but drop by the gallery during regular hours of operation to experience the artwork in person. No matter the budget or personal tastes, we are confident you’ll find the right artworks to create dynamic and inspiring spaces.
Why does renting from Teichert Gallery make perfect sense?
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Art can be taken to your office on a trial basis and changed often, allowing you to experiment with a wide range of styles, media and modes of expression without making a large financial commitment.
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Showing regional art in your place of business keeps your space energized, interesting and fresh for clients, employees and visitors alike.
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Your patronage will be supporting our region’s artists.
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You will be supporting our mandate to enrich the Permanent Collection of the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia.
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Renting art for your business is a tax-deductible expense.
Original article published in the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia Journal, Volume 39 Spring/Summer. Reprinted with permission.
Beth Shields is a past volunteer with ASAR.