Based in Ottawa, Canada, Winckelmann Gallery operates as a trusted online gallery, and has earned a solid reputation for quality, reasonable prices and highly professional, personalized service. We respond to questions and orders as quickly as we can, usually the same day for e-mail, Sunday included.
We do my best to describe all items accurately, and we consider photographs to be an integral part of the descriptions. Our photos are never photo shopped. If you have any questions, would like to see a specific view, or have additional knowledge about an item that might help me do better, please don't hesitate to get in touch. We believe in good communication, and want you to be happy with your purchases from our shop.
We ship our items within 1-2 business days after we receive your payment or at a time prearranged by you. We are located in Ottawa, Canada and will arrange to ship your items world wide. Your item will be packaged extremely well and fully insured. We assure you of our best attention and service at all times.
We'd like to see you become a regular visitor, and a customer. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us. We will be pleased to respond to your queries or comments in English, French or Spanish.
Testimonials
"This painting is absolutely stunning! This is my second purchase from this store, and once again the experience has been wonderful. Communication is great, and as an added bonus they enclose a folder with information about the artist. Highly recommend this seller!"
ANNE, USA
"Very beautiful! Securely packed, promptly shipped. Thanks!"
LINDA, USA
"These are absolutely GORGEOUS! The shipping, packaging, and overall condition is just spectacular for its age. José is so kind and answered all questions quickly and accurately. Everything went smoothly and I would definitely recommend this shop to anyone!"
ALLIE, USA
"The item was very well packed. I had to peel off several layers of cardboard and bubble wrap! The description was very accurate and the painting definitely met my expectations. Very professional and courteous seller. I already purchased another painting from this gallery."
ANNE, USA
"José from the Winckelmann Gallery was exceptional. Helped navigate the safe shipment of a pristine painting which we love. And checked in often to make sure the piece went through customs ok, etc. I WILL be looking for more beautiful items from this gallery in the future."
RENÉ, USA
"Everything was perfect from shipping and safe packing to communication and exactly as described. Thank you!!!"
JENNA, USA
"Winckelmann Gallery is one of my favourite shops. José delivered my painting personally so I was lucky enough to meet him: so pleasant, knowledgeable and professional! And the painting I bought is such a treasure, as is the frame, A work of art within a work of art. You can't go wrong with Winckelmann Gallery!"
KATHRYN, CANADA
"Seller has a wonderful online gallery and offered a unique, older painting at an attractive price. Seller is an excellent and timely communicator, was forthcoming about shipping costs and methods, packed item very well and got it to me in US via UPS in an expedient manner. Seller is very knowledgeable about his stock, an art lover himself, and a pleasure to work with. I would recommend taking a look at his collection, which is eclectic and well priced overall."
NEIL, USA
"Expert packaging,arrived in good order,fine piece will take to our ocean house,thank you for such fine professionalism."
RICHARD, USA
"I've been looking for post impressionist art and was delight to stumble across this beautiful piece. The painting was carefully wrapped. I was surprised it arrived so quickly! I would definitely be checking in on their collection to buy more art from them in the future."
JOHN, USA
"This painting was packaged so well that I could barely get it open! It arrived quickly and in great condition. I love it even more in person!"
STEPHANIE, CANADA
"Vielen Dank! Thanks for all. Best quality and communication."
SEBASTIAN, GERMANY
"Have received two paintings from this vendor and by the same artist. I love them both and, when framed, will add an unique aspect to my gallery wall."
JOANNE, USA
"Love this painting! Thank You for the excellent packaging and helping ensure it would not be damaged in route."
KAREN, USA
"Amazing seller and an amazing piece of art. I’m so happy with my purchase. Arrived quickly and very safely packaged. Highly recommend this seller!"
KANE, USA
"Absolutely beautiful painting, as described yet better than this, arrived safely (very secure packaging). Would not hesitate to buy another painting from this gallery."
JANN, USA
"I am extremely pleased with my purchase. The item arrived promptly, in perfect condition, and included an informative brochure as to its history."
JOHN, USA
"All the paintings arrived safe and sound. They are all absolutely superb. Thank you so much for selling these and for the care and skill you used in packaging them."
BRUCE, CANADA
"Wonderful old painting, arrived safe and sound, and I'm very pleased. Great shopping experience, I highly recommend."
KEITH, USA
"Multiple photos showed item very well and when received painting looked just like them. Was very well packed."
JOANNE, USA
"This is an antique original oil painting of a well known artist. It is authentic. I have enjoyed working with José. He is a very good communicator and I have confidence in his honest representations about the art. His info was truthful and therefore helpful in my purchase of this lovely painting. I would buy from him again."
BEVERLY, USA
"Love the painting! Great shop!"
JUSTIN, USA
"Beautiful antique painting. Great communication, item was shipped very carefully and quickly. Would shop here again!"
MELODI, USA
"Such a lovely antique painting. Arrived exactly as described on the website. Packaged with exceptional care and arrived immediately. Jose is a pleasure to work with. I just purchased another painting and highly recommend this gallery."
LINDA, USA
"The painting was quite captivating in person. Very solidly wrapped and delivered quickly. I can't wait to see it framed! It is lovely and the seller was very easy to communicate with at all times."
THERESA, USA
"An exceptionally beautiful painting and a lovely dealer with thoughtful communication. The painting is just as described, well framed, and in excellent condition. Thank you, José!"
CATHERINE, USA
"Arrived in perfect condition! Even more beautiful in person! Thank you!"
MARY, ITALY
Testimonials
"All the paintings arrived safe and sound. They are all absolutely superb. Thank you so much for selling these and for the care and skill you used in packaging them."
BONITA, USA
"Exceptionally positive experience, looking forward to our next transaction. Great communication before and after sale, good help with research on artist and subjects. Promptly shipped, arrived 8 days before projected, well packaged, all in great shape, delighted buyer and a outstanding display."
CHARLES, USA
"This painting was exceptionally well packed and arrived quickly in outstanding condition. It is a truly beautiful pastel painting. I'm delighted with my purchase!"
WANDA, USA
"Gorgeous vintage painting, excellent condition. Beautiful frame also in good condition. Fast shipping too."
SHEILA, USA
"Wonderful experience and communication with this seller. My painting was expertly packed and arrived very quickly. I highly recommend this art gallery."
JENNIE, USA
"The painting is exquisite - more than we'd hoped for! Internet shopping for Art can be scary, but José von Winckelmann did everything to give us a sense of trust. It was shipped immediately and packed superbly. We are very, VERY pleased!."
CRESEDA, USA
"This beautiful painting, more lovely in person, has become a favorite in our home! Grateful Painting was well packaged and arrived safely."
ALEXANDRA, USA
"It was a joy to purchase my beautiful painting from José. He was wonderful to work with and he kept me informed on the delivery process. It arrived in perfect condition. Definitely would purchase more paintings from him."
MARALEE, USA
"Sehr netter Kontakt, schnelle Lieferung, Bild war realistisch beschrieben"
RAINER, GERMANY
"I had a wonderful customer service experience. The painting is absolutely beautiful. I am very pleased. Thanks so much!"
ESTHER, USA
"Wonderful transition all around. I love the painting and it arrived early. The seller was upfront about the possibility of having to pay an import duty- which I did but it was small and worth it!"
JOE, USA
"Great seller. Incredible follow-through all the way. The packing job was the best ever. I cannot say enough kind things."
TOD, USA