A new world is opening over apps

Buyers, sellers and artists in the art world have entered an era of online transactions. They not only watch live auctions and bid online, but also browse for artwork and bargain with artists via apps on smartphones.

Wallart, a Chinese online and mobile portal for art, recently launched in Beijing an app that facilitates the sale of works of art and design and directly connects creators with potential buyers.

Registered artists and designers can upload their works, and an instant messaging function allows them to communicate and deal with possible buyers.