For centuries art was collected for its cultural, emotional, intellectual, political and economic value. 
 
Nowadays, collectors and investors turn to art for the benefits it offers such as asset protection, wealth preservation, portfolio diversification, low correlation with financial markets, profitability and other hedging possibilities in addition to its emotional and aesthetic qualities.

According to the Wealth Report 2023 of Knight Frank, the asset category art increased by 29% in 2022 and 91% over the last 10 years.

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Key factors for art as an investment:

Market Size 
The total market value of sales was estimated around $65 billion in 2021.&nbsp;

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Market Growth 
The $2.1 trillion global marketplace for art and collectibles will reach a forecasted $2,9 trillion by 2026.

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Trends 
Many auction houses and galleries shifted online. This has brought younger buyers to the market. Investors in general have increased their interest in art. As a result, the contemporary art market is setting a new trend for the future of art as an investment.

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Splint Invest Platform Fee 
Compensation for the tokenization of the assets, the maintenance as well as the further development of the application and the costs related to the research and maintenance of the expert network. 
 
External maintenance costs 
We are committed to providing the highest standards of storage, maintenance and insurance of your equipment on your behalf. The associated costs will be shared between the splint holders and included as an ongoing cost in relation to each asset. So if you own 1% of a bottle of an art piece, your splint account will be charged 1% of the associated costs. Further details and breakdowns are listed in the factsheet for each investment. 
 
Exit fee 
When you sell an investment, you will be charged a flat fee of 2% of the transaction volume. This includes our expenses for sales on the secondary market, our costs for maintaining this market and our organisation of an asset sale at the end of the contract.

"Albert Willem is a Belgian artist who started painting at 36 and quickly established himself on lnstagram. His work broke out onto the auction market in May 2022 and rapidly peaked at $213,955 by the end of the Spring. In January 2023, a bidder pushed the artist's record to $295,219 at Sotheby's with The mountain air provided a pleasant atmosphere." - James Kerbey, Expert at Maddox Advisory 
 
 
Why Albert Willem? 
 
Belgium (1979) 
Albert Willem, a contemporary figurative artist from Brussels, is celebrated for his naïve-style paintings infused with wit and humor. Despite lacking formal art training, he immersed himself in galleries, museums, and social media art scenes. Although he was a keen drawer in childhood, he abandoned art from ages 12 to 36 due to university and family commitments. About four years ago, he reignited his passion by creating a painting for his home decor, marking a turning point he humorously refers to as a "midlife crisis." 
 
Style 
Over time, Willem has experimented with various mediums and styles, ranging from nail polish to spray paint to textile art. Currently, he predominantly uses acrylic paint with a high gloss varnish for vibrant colors. While most of his works are on canvas, he also repurposes cardboard for painting. His artistic process is swift, completing pieces within 48 hours at most. 
 
About his paintings 
His paintings are direct, sometimes unfinished, boldly displaying his elementary technical skills yet capturing the pure energy of a novice unencumbered by artistic norms. Depicting everyday life in a light-hearted yet ironic manner, his works often portray humorous moments, evoking the influence of artists like LS Lowry, James Ensor, and Breugel the Elder with a contemporary twist. Willem has exhibited his works internationally in Germany, Russia, and Belgium. 
 
The Infinite Conga 
In January 2021, Willem embarked on a project painting a 'never-ending conga line,' continuously adding more cardboard pieces with dancing figures to extend its length. The artwork can be divided for sale so that buyers may each possess segments of the dance and participate in the art collectively. 
 
The Rise of a Star 
Willem credits social media as a significant influence on his artistic journey, dedicating hours daily to observing and learning from fellow artists. He believes exposure to new art continuously evolves his own style, prompting him to experiment with different themes and techniques. 
 
Presence at Auctions 
Willem's rapid rise to fame has been remarkable, with his works consistently exceeding estimated values by significant margins. His debut painting, Pilgrim Street 8 (2021), sold for $69,000, far surpassing its estimated value of $8,000 to $12,000. His record sale, Snowbound (2021), fetched an astonishing $225,000 at Sotheby's Hong Kong, despite an estimate of $13,000 to $19,000. Half of the 14 works sold at auction in 2022 fetched over $150,000, despite modest estimates.

The price of 59,200 € includes the Splint Invest platform fee and external maintenance costs of 3,850 €. 63,050 € can be allocated to the asset. 
Platform Fee Splint Invest: Compensation for the tokenization of the assets, the maintenance as well as the further development of the application and the costs related to the research and maintenance of the expert network. 
External maintenance costs: Shipping, handling, 4 years storage, and insurance.

Variable Costs

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In 2023, the auction prices for Albert Willems' works were nearly eight times higher than their appraised value. 
 
The Art Market report by Art Basel &amp; UBS reveals that the global art market has been consistently growing in recent years. In 2022, total sales amounted to $67.8 billion, reflecting a 3% annual growth and an average profit margin of 7.6%.

Return

Over the last twenty years, art has consistently provided greater returns than other investment options like the S&amp;P 500 and FTSE 100. 
 
The relatively limited liquidity of art offers advantages for investors aiming to improve the stability of their investment portfolios.

Stability

Willem is quickly becoming well-known in the auction world due to his energetic, unique, and playful manner, enchanting audiences with his dynamic style.

Albert Willem, The Very Wild West!, 2023

He employs acrylic paint on canvas to depict everyday scenes with a whimsical yet sardonic approach, merging the ordinary with elements of primitivism and modern awareness. His work draws inspiration from artists such as LS Lowry, James Ensor, and Breugel the Elder. Willem has exhibited his artwork in Germany, Russia, and Belgium. In 2022, several of his pieces were auctioned for over $150,000, far surpassing the initial estimates of $10,000 to $15,000.

Track Record

The art investment advisors of Maddox bring together years of specialist knowledge and practical experience with objective market analysis to offer their clients quality advice and consistent returns. 
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The art investment advisors of Maddox bring together years of specialist knowledge and practical experience with objective market analysis to offer their clients quality advice and consistent returns. 
 
Maddox is known for their sincere enthusiasm, critical thinking, innovative insights and global savoir-faire. A dedicated art advisor will start by understanding the particular goals, interests and passions, which will direct the individual investment path. 
 
The advisor will also account for the investments time frames, acquisition objectives, risk tolerance and personal preferences. Whether one is looking to acquire a Banksy or a Basquiat, a Haring or a Warhol, the team will make sure one finds the right artwork. 
 
From sourcing to selling, the advisor will always provide up-to-date and detailed market analysis and professional guidance throughout the process. Maddox will help to build an art portfolio, manage a collection, value it, decide on a holding period and exit strategy, and finally, make sure to get the most out of the investment.

Maddox Advisory

This is an investment opportunity where we have recalculated the expected performance given by the external expert (Maddox Advisory) and have thus verified that a positive return can be expected after deduction of all costs for storage and insurance.

Furthermore, we have verified the existence, the professional storage and the insurance of the artwork.

Albert Willem, The Very Wild West!, 2023

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