2017 NAICS Definition

T = Canadian, Mexican, and United States industries are comparable.

453920 Art Dealers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing original and limited edition art works. Included in this industry are establishments primarily engaged in displaying works of art for retail sale in art galleries.

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

• Retailing original and limited edition art works via electronic home shopping, mail-order, or direct sale--are classified in Subsector 454, Nonstore Retailers;
• Retailing art reproductions (except limited editions)--are classified in U.S. Industry 442299, All Other Home Furnishings Stores;
• Retailing artists' supplies--are classified in U.S. Industry 453998, All Other Miscellaneous Store Retailers (except Tobacco Stores); and
• Displaying works of art not for retail sale in art galleries--are classified in Industry 712110, Museums.

2007 NAICS		2012 NAICS		2017 NAICS		Corresponding Index Entries
453920		453920		453920		Art auctions
453920		453920		453920		Art dealers
453920		453920		453920		Art galleries retailing art
453920		453920		453920		Galleries, art, retail