Original Art Gifts $500 and Under: 2026 Holiday Gift Guide
This guide highlights 15 of our favorite original paintings, mixed media works, and collages priced from $125 to $500, all available at Galaray House, a contemporary art gallery in Boston’s SoWa Arts District. Each is a one-of-a-kind work by a contemporary artist, from Boston street scenes and small landscapes to still lifes, portraits, and abstracts. If you’re shopping for Christmas or the holidays for an art lover, a new homeowner, a host, or someone who is hard to buy for, start here.
Our full collection of original art at this price is much larger. When you’re ready to keep looking, browse all original art $500 and under. Our team can also help you match a piece to the recipient’s taste and space. If you’d rather spend less, browse our archival prints.
Original Paintings and Mixed Media Works, $500 and Under
More Original Art $500 and Under
These 15 works are a starting point. We have dozens more originals in this price range, including:
- More oyster paintings by Anne Harney
- Vintage car portraits by Mitchell Schorr
- Florals and still lifes by Ellen Rolli and Elizabeth Lemont
- Sailing, beach, and harbor scenes by Peter Bain
- Boston landmarks and neighborhoods by Ann Gorbett
- Encaustic landscapes by Hilary Hanson Bruel
- Abstract soulscapes by Sirarpi Heghinian Walzer
Browse all original art $500 and under. Available works change as pieces sell, so if you see something you like, contact us soon.
How to Choose Original Art as a Gift
Start with the room. Notice the colors the person already lives with and where a piece could hang: over a desk, in a kitchen, on a shelf, or as part of a gallery wall. The works here run from 5 x 7 to 14 x 19 inches, so they fit almost anywhere. If you’re torn between two, choose the subject the recipient talks about, whether that’s the ocean, their city, flowers, or cars. We’re happy to help you narrow it down.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is original art a good Christmas gift?
Yes. An original painting is one of a kind, and it stays on the wall long after the holidays. This guide highlights 15 originals from $125 to $500, and our full collection has many more.
Are the works in this guide original art?
Yes. Every work is a one-of-a-kind original by a contemporary artist. Our archival prints are listed separately.
When do I need to order for Christmas?
Order by December 15 if you want the artwork shipped, or plan to pick it up at our Boston gallery by December 23. Contact us for shipping options and costs.
Can I pick up the artwork in Boston?
Yes. Pick up at Galaray House, 450 Harrison Avenue, Suites 37-39, in Boston’s SoWa Arts District, by December 23.
Does the artwork come framed and ready to hang?
Most works are framed or wall ready, so they can go straight on the wall. If you’d like a different frame, you can arrange that on your own. Ask us about a specific piece to confirm.
Can I buy art for clients or employees?
Yes. Contact us with your budget, quantities, and timing.
Find an Original Art Gift at Galaray House
Interested in a piece from this guide? Contact Galaray House and we’ll help with the details. Don’t see the right piece? Ask us about other available works, or browse the full collection of original art $500 and under.
Visit us at 450 Harrison Avenue, Suites 37-39, in Boston’s SoWa Arts District, call 781-862-0684, or send an inquiry online. Order by December 15 for shipping, or pick up by December 23.