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Background
Matis is a French company founded in 2023 by François Carbone, co-founder of Anaxago, and Arnaud Dubois. It offers co-investment in major works by 20th-century artists. Buying such works directly often requires over one million euros, expertise and a network of dealers.
The key points
Matis has opened its first Swiss office in Geneva, according to a press release published by Allnews on 10 March 2025. Investment takes the form of convertible bonds issued by a project company, from EUR 20,000.
According to Matis, the company has financed 49 works since its launch in France in May 2023, including pieces by Pierre Soulages and Andy Warhol. Matis points out that art is an unlisted asset, with a risk of partial or total loss of capital.
Key figures
- EUR 20,000 : minimum ticket, i.e. CHF 18,820
- 49 : works financed since May 2023, according to Matis
- 9 : works already resold, according to Matis
- 17,5 % : average net return on resales, according to Matis
Who says what
- Arnaud Dubois (co-founder and chief investment officer): contemporary art offers potential returns and cultural roots.
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