About Us

Jay Weibel

President & Founder

Jay Weibel brings over 25 years of experience collecting, buying, and selling fine art. He specializes in Hudson River School, American Impressionists, AsNewport Art is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the legacy of classic American art. Based in the historic coastal city of Newport, Rhode Island, we specialize in acquiring significant works from the Hudson River School, American Impressionists, the Ashcan School, New Hope School, as well as select Post-War and Contemporary artists.

Founded by longtime collector and art expert Jay Weibel, Newport Art reflects more than 25 years of experience in buying, selling, and appraising fine art. Jay’s deep knowledge of the American art market—and his passion for discovering meaningful, often overlooked works—has made him a trusted resource for private collectors, estates, and families alike. He is especially committed to helping those navigating inherited collections, offering a respectful, straightforward process with premiums paid for historically significant or family-held pieces.

Whether you’re looking to sell a single painting or an entire collection, Newport Art offers fair, competitive offers—up to $2 million for qualified works—and handles all transactions with professionalism and complete confidentiality. At the heart of the work is Jay’s belief that every piece of art tells a story, and that those stories deserve to be preserved, appreciated, and thoughtfully placed.hcan School, New Hope School, Post-War, and Contemporary works.