Erik Foss, 4 Paintings, 2018 to 2025
Main reasons to invest
Return Potentialđ: An investment of âŹ500 could reach an estimated value of âŹ911 in 3 years.
Cost-to-Return Ratioâïž: With just 3.6% annual total costs (July / August releases with no exit fees), your net profit could be 22.2% per year.
Rising Market Momentum đ: Erik Foss is gaining international traction with solo shows at top galleries like Kaikai Kiki (Tokyo) and upcoming exhibitions at Ethan Cohen and Ross + Kramer (NYC). Media praise and collaborations with Supreme amplify his brand, while collector interest at the intersection of art and pop culture drives upward market momentum.
Description
Metric | Value |
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Investment Horizon | 1â3 Years |
Expected CAGR (Balanced) | 22.2% p.a. after fees |
Ambitious CAGR | 27.5% p.a. after fees |
Entry Discount | 18.1% below retail |
Sharpe Ratio | 0.71 (vs. SMI: 0.61) |
Value at Risk (VaR) | 75% chance to exceed âŹ90,400 |
Standard Deviation | 33.3% |
Risk Rating | B (7.2/10 â Moderate Risk) |
- 1â3 Year Horizon: Suitable for investors seeking mid-term exposure with potential for attractive liquidity.
- 22.2% CAGR (Balanced): Assumes a 70% probability of continuing the 26% p.a. price trend observed from 2022 to 2025.
- 27.5% CAGR (Ambitious): Reflects upside potential from international exhibitions and increasing collector demand.
- 18.1% Discount to Retail: Offers a solid entry point below current gallery prices, improving upside vs. downside balance.
- Sharpe Ratio of 0.71: Shows favorable return relative to risk â stronger than the Swiss Market Index benchmark.
- 75% VaR Threshold: Model indicates three-in-four chance of value exceeding âŹ90,400 after 3 years.
- Standard Deviation (33.3%): Reflects moderate volatility consistent with comparable emerging contemporary artists.
- Risk Rating âBâ: Balanced profile suitable for diversified portfolios with appetite for calculated growth exposure.
We will manage the exit strategy in collaboration with our expert M&A Arts on behalf of our investors, ensuring the best possible outcome based on market conditions at the time. Depending on the prevailing market situation, the paintings will be sold to a private collector or offered as single lots at an auction for contemporary art. An auction is considered if the price has developed to the point where the minimum bid matches the market value and there is high demand for works by the artist. Both options are carefully considered, and we will choose the one that maximizes the return for our investors.
For centuries, art was collected for its cultural, emotional, intellectual, political, and economic value. Investing in a mid-career artist offers a mix of financial potential and personal satisfaction, making it an appealing option for both new and seasoned collectors.
Erik Foss is a self-taught American artist, born in Elgin, Illinois, in 1973 and raised in the desert outskirts of Phoenix, Arizona. His early influences were shaped by the American cultural landscapeârooted in a religious upbringing, skateboarding, underground music, and other defining elements of late 20th-century subcultures.
In 1996, Foss relocated to New York City, where he immersed himself in downtown Manhattanâs nightlife, the skateboarding scene, and the burgeoning DIY (Do-It-Yourself) gallery movement. The DIY scene, a grassroots, artist-led movement, enabled artists to create and exhibit work independently of traditional commercial galleries or institutional frameworks. This cultural ecosystem became a lasting foundation for Fossâs artistic sensibilities and continues to inform his work today.
Fossâs legacy is deeply intertwined with his stewardship of the legendary New York City nightclub Lit Lounge and its adjoining gallery, Fuse. He co-founded the space with artist David Schwartz in 2002, with acclaimed art critic and curator Carlo McCormick serving as its resident host. Fuse Gallery closed in 2013, followed by Lit Lounge a couple years later. The space became a creative hub, showcasing the work of emerging and now-prominent artists, including Dash Snow, Dan Colen, Nate Lowman, Ryan McGinley, Todd James, Eddie Martinez, and H.R. Giger, among others. Simultaneously, Foss continued to develop his own practice, gaining recognition for his paintings, drawings, and collages.
His career gained early momentum when Robin Williams became his first celebrity collector. In 2011, Williamsâ son, Zak Williams, invited Foss to mount his first major solo show, âAvariceâ, at Mallick Williams & Co. in New York. The exhibition was well received and led to institutional recognition: the American Academy of Arts and Letters acquired one of his paintings and placed it in the permanent collection of the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art in Arizona. Years later, the Academy purchased another large-scale abstract work, now held in the Dorsky Museum of Art in New Paltz, New York.
Fossâs rising profile and collaborative projectsâincluding with the streetwear brand Supremeâeventually culminated in his first solo exhibition in Asia. In 2023, he presented a solo show at Kaikai Kiki Gallery in Tokyo, the gallery founded by Takashi Murakami.
Foss currently lives and works in New York City, producing paintings, drawings, and bronze sculptures. He continues to collaborate with several galleries including Ethan Cohen Gallery and Ross + Kramer in New York, as well as Kaikai Kiki Gallery in Tokyo and Cellar Contemporary Art in Italy. He has presented multiple solo exhibitions and participated in numerous group shows and art fairs.
Upcoming Exhibitions & Projects
- Solo exhibition with Ethan Cohen Gallery, New York (2026), including fair presentations throughout the year
- Solo exhibition with Ross + Kramer Gallery, New York (2026)
- Public sculpture and licensing project featuring Fossâs figurative works in Southeast Asia (2025â2026)
Completed Exhibitions:
- âArthaus 2025â â Ethan Cohen Gallery, Basel, Switzerland (Art Fair, June 14â21, 2025)
- âExpo Chicago 2025â â Ethan Cohen Gallery, Chicago, USA (Art Fair, April 24â27, 2025)
- âGoodbye Horsesâ â Ethan Cohen Gallery, New York, USA (Group Show, Feb 6âMar 22, 2025)
- âArt Palm Beach 2025â â Ethan Cohen Gallery, Palm Beach, USA (Art Fair, Jan 15âFeb 15, 2025)
- âCherry Pickingâ â The Hole, New York, USA (Group Show, Jan 14â30, 2025)
- âArt Dubai 2024â â Plan X Gallery, Dubai, UAE (Art Fair, Mar 1â3, 2024)
- âTriumph Over Selfâ â Plan X Gallery, Milan, Italy (Group Show, Feb 22âMar 17, 2024)
- âFlower Powerâ â Cellar Contemporary Art, Trent, Italy (Group Show, Feb 21âMar 15, 2024)
- âI Was Only Dreamingâ â Club Rhubarb, New York, USA (Group Show, Dec 1, 2023âJan 28, 2024)
- âRoma Arte in Nuvola 2023â â Cellar Contemporary Art, Rome, Italy (Art Fair, Nov 23â26, 2023)
- âArtVerona 2023â â Cellar Contemporary Art, Verona, Italy (Art Fair, Oct 13â15, 2023)
- âSnakes and Shapesâ â Cellar Contemporary Art, Trent, Italy (Group Show, Oct 5âDec 7, 2023)
- âThe Armory Show 2023â â Kaikai Kiki Gallery, New York, USA (Group Show, Sep 7â10, 2023)
- âCarnivalâ â Kaikai Kiki Gallery, Tokyo, Japan (Solo Show, Apr 8â28, 2023)
- âContemporary Approaches to Abstractionâ â Shin Gallery, New York, USA (Group Show, Mar 16âApr 6, 2023)
- âUntitled: An Insight on US Art on Paperâ â Cellar Contemporary Art, Trent, Italy (Group Show, Aug 7âSep 16, 2022)
- âSongs of Springâ â AoĂ»t Gallery, Beirut, Lebanon (Group Show, Aug 2022)
- âUnearthed by JCâ â Mindy Solomon Gallery, Miami, USA (Group Show, Aug 8âSep 4, 2021)
- âSerpents and Rainbowsâ â New Image Art Gallery, Los Angeles, USA (Solo Show, Apr 17âMay 15, 2021)
- âĂchafaudageâ â Galerie C.O.A, Montreal, Canada (Group Show, Jun 11âJul 11, 2020)
- âErik Foss: Cognitive Behavioral Therapyâ â Padre Gallery, New York, USA (Solo Show, Apr 2âMay 16, 2020)
- âGood Tasteâ â Dover Street Market, Los Angeles, USA (Group Show, Aug 22â28, 2019)
- âErik Foss: The Harvestâ â Boo-Hooray, Montauk, USA (Solo Show, Sep 15â28, 2018)
- âShould Your Soul Rise UpâŠâ â Castor Gallery, USA (Solo Show, Sep 6âOct 7, 2017)
These four paintings are part of the âDouble Palletâ series. This series consists of large-scale works executed with oil paint, pencil, and water-based paint on canvas. The series is characterized by its vivid color fields and dynamic, layered compositions, often featuring two distinct palettesâhence the title âDouble Palletââarranged in tandem across the canvas.
This approach reflects Fossâs broader artistic practice, which is marked by rapid evolution, spontaneity, and a refusal to settle into a single style or visual signature. His works are described as âan accumulation of sensibilitiesâ rather than repetitive imagery, emphasizing process, discovery, and the fluidity of creative expression. The âDouble Palletâ series, like his other bodies of work, explores boundaries between abstraction and figuration, often with a playful, almost rebellious spirit that draws on diverse cultural influences, including popular culture and urban subcultures.
With institutional recognition, consistent exhibition history, and a balanced risk-return profile, Erik Foss represents a compelling mid-career investment opportunity. The âDouble Palletâ series offers strong return potential, supported by strategic pricing and global momentum. This offering blends financial upside with cultural significanceâideal for both collectors and alternative asset investors.
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