Best Art at Round Top
Original oil paintings, vintage prints, photography, and contemporary art from dealers across the US and Europe.
Round Top's art offerings span from museum-quality antique oil paintings to affordable vintage prints. European still lifes, Texas landscapes, modern abstracts, vintage photography, folk art, sculpture, and framed botanical illustrations all appear at the show. Serious art buyers make Round Top a regular sourcing trip specifically because the prices reflect a rural Texas market — not a Manhattan gallery. The Arbors and Marburger Farm have the strongest dedicated art selections, but the most interesting pieces often surface with smaller dealers who've been quietly bringing exceptional inventory for decades.
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Year-RoundThe Humble Donkey Studio
Humble Donkey is a gallery experience a little ways off the beaten path but well worth it!
Year-RoundLaura Goodson Art
Jennifer Hoertz
Artist and designer.
Jan Zhang Fine Art
Impressionistic landscape paintings capturing the nuances of light, created with brushes and palette knife
Michael Paul Designs
Jo Hyman Art
Original artwork from Dripping Springs, Texas.
Mike McElwee Designs
Illustrations, graphic design, and artwork created through collaboration with companies and talented designers.
GiGi Davis Studio
Kendall Boggs Fine Art
Fine art painter from Miramar Beach, FL known for multi-faceted series paintings.
Ginger Leigh Designs
Soul-filled abstract art, stationery, prints, and ornaments.
Betsy Ferguson Art
Original artwork and fine art.
Carrie Pearce
Imaginary realist oil painter creating fantastic figurative works inspired by turn-of-the-century photography and Old Master techniques.
Paige M Tyler
Expressionist fine art with a nautical western flair.
Jackie's Folk Art
Vicki Denaburg Art Studio
Expressive oil paint artist creating customized gorgeous, rich oil paintings for homeowners, businesses, and designers.
Earth Bones
Howard Price Art
Adriana Oxford Studio
Multi-disciplinary design studio at the intersection of interiors, art, and product.
Huddy Bleu
A creative world where fine art, design, and western luxury meet soulful storytelling through paintings and interior design.
Cheryl Long Art
Fred Cox Fine Art
Acclaimed artist creating serene landscape paintings using classical European techniques since 1989.
Kaitlin Kidd Art
Original artwork by Kaitlin Kidd featuring paintings and mixed media pieces.
Viva Rouge
Nell Koopman Art
Affordable original art featuring vivid colors and bold textures in acrylic and mixed media.
Shopping Tips for Art
Check the back of paintings
Gallery labels, auction stickers, and previous owners' names tell you about provenance and value. A painting with an interesting history is worth more.
Consider the frame separately
Sometimes the frame is worth more than the art — and vice versa. Antique gilt frames are valuable on their own. A great painting in a bad frame is still a great painting.
Ask about condition issues
Small tears, foxing, and surface dirt are common and often fixable. Major damage (flaking paint, water damage, significant inpainting) is harder to address and affects value.
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Try AI Visual SearchArt at Round Top — FAQ
What kinds of art can you find at the Round Top antique show?
Round Top has an exceptionally wide art selection: original oil paintings (European antique to contemporary Texas), watercolors, vintage prints and posters, photography (both historic and contemporary), sculpture, bronze, folk art, botanical illustrations, architectural drawings, and framed antique maps. Price ranges from $50 vintage prints to $50,000+ museum-quality oil paintings.
Is the art at Round Top authentic and original?
Most art sold by established dealers is authentic, but do your due diligence. Ask about provenance (where did it come from?), condition, and whether it's an original or a reproduction. Reputable dealers will show you the back of canvases, discuss gallery labels and auction history, and be transparent about condition issues. Be more cautious with anonymous vendors selling suspiciously cheap 'oil paintings.'
How much does art cost at Round Top?
The range is enormous. Vintage prints and posters: $50-$500. Watercolors and smaller oils: $200-$2,000. Large or significant oil paintings: $2,000-$50,000+. Sculpture varies widely by artist and medium. The best deals at Round Top are often in the $300-$2,000 range — pieces that are genuinely good but haven't been through a major auction house yet.
Where is the best place to find art at Round Top?
Marburger Farm and The Arbors have the strongest dedicated art selections. The Compound specializes in European antiques and usually has high-quality period paintings. Don't overlook smaller tent venues along Highway 237 between Round Top and Warrenton — some of the most interesting pieces are with dealers who don't have a big footprint but bring exceptional inventory.
Can you ship art home from Round Top?
Yes. Most dealers can arrange shipping for flat pieces. Pak Mail sets up at the show and handles professional packing and nationwide shipping for art. Framed pieces should be shipped rather than driven if you're concerned about vibration and movement. Large canvases can be rolled and shipped without frames for lower cost.
Are there contemporary and emerging artists at Round Top?
Yes — alongside antique and vintage dealers, Round Top regularly features contemporary artists who sell original work. Texas painters and sculptors are particularly well-represented. Check The Arbors and Festival Hill's events calendar for gallery shows that coincide with the antique fair.