SECRET ARTIST AUCTION
AND EXHIBITION 2026
The Secret Artist Auction and Exhibition returns for 2026 which will be on display at the Victoria Institute on Tarrant Street with artwork offered for sale by silent auction during the Trail.
The identity of the artist is only revealed with the winning bid. Please support us by coming along to view the collection of artworks and perhaps even place a silent bid or two. Alternatively you can bid online by clicking on the artworks when they appear below in August. Starting bid £70.
PLEASE NOTE: The images below are from 2025, this year's artworks will not appear here until much closer to the Trail in August.
Bidding starts online on Mon 11th August at 12pm and
in person at the exhibition from Sat 16th August from 12pm.
The auction closes at 9pm on Mon 25th August. Starting bid £70.
TO MAKE YOUR BID:
Option 1: Use the bidding card provided when you visit the exhibition at the Victoria Institute, Venue #1 on Tarrant Street from Saturday 16th August, 12-5 daily.
Option 2: Browse the online Artist Gallery above.
Then click on the piece you select to generate your bid email. Simply add your bid amount in the subject line.
We will acknowledge all bids and contact you should we receive a higher bid for the piece, giving you the opportunity to place a higher bid should you wish to.
If you hold a winning bid we will contact you by the end of August. We can arrange shipping if necessary. Proceeds from the auction will be divided between the Artist and Arundel Gallery Trail, to help fund future initiatives. Please bid generously and good luck!