# Art Authority for iPad — 100,000 classic works of art > Digital art museum and reference library of Western art history. (iPhone/iPad app by Art Authority LLC.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/art-authority-for-ipad/id364048834 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Art Authority LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1468408012) - Category: Reference, Education - Price: $9.99 - Rating: 4.40/5 from 27 App Store ratings · 259 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 9.0 · 172 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2010-04-03 - Data updated: 2026-07-27 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/art-authority-for-ipad/id364048834/reviews.md ## What is Art Authority for iPad? "Best iPad Reference App" -- App Store editorial team. Art Authority for iPad transports you to an enthralling, real-world art museum filled with works by over 1500 of the western world's greatest artists, from ancient times to today. 100,000 paintings and sculptures, organized into eight period-specific rooms, each room a gateway to a whole museum's worth of art. Choose an artist by movement or name, and become instantly immersed in an exhibition devoted just to that artist. Search for and compare different artists' works by title, subject or location, or just wander at random and get lost in the art. "An experience unlike any other" -- The NY Times. Art Authority's works are professionally framed and hung on textured walls, accompanied by title, date and other details. Works are displayed chronologically, with previews of related items providing added context. You can learn about an artist's life and works, or travel beyond the bounds of a traditional museum and view and compare works in a full-screen slideshow or scrolling thumbnail display. You can see and understand the actual size of works through "Art Real Size," and with "Art Like This" you can even view exhibits of similar works. Does something really catch your eye? Purchase a museum-approved reproduction through 1000Museums and have it sent to your home! "Visually dazzling" -- MacObserver. There are period overviews, timelines, histories and videos. From the earliest creative pieces to the latest modern and contemporary works, Art Authority provides a stunningly displayed, carefully selected, well organized view of the western art world. It's part world-class art museum, part academic reference library and part digital coffee-table book. It's also part magic. An art musem like no other! Art Authority features include: - Access to gigabytes worth of art optimized for quality and download speed through our servers (works still under copyright come from authorized servers) - Early, Renaissance, Baroque, Romantic, Impressionist, Modern, Contemporary and American rooms - Dozens of artists per room, listed by movement or nationality - Period overviews, timelines and histories - A searchable index of all 1500+ artists, as well as for each room - Searchable indexes of major titles, subjects and locations - Art Real Size: instantly see and understand the actual size of works - Art Like This: view works similar to the one you're looking at - Art Near Me: search for art based on your location - Shuffle: continuous random display of all art, or by period or genre - Captions with work title, date, location and other details - Hyperlinks provide access to in-depth information on artists, major works and locations - Access to videos on hundreds of works - Full-screen slideshow display, with user-settable transitions, Ken Burns motion effect, music - Gallery-like, scrolling thumbnail view shows how works have evolved over time, aids in comparisons and exploration - Offline access to works previously viewed - Save works to Favorites or the Photos app - Share works through mail and social networks - Search for artists, locations, periods and previously viewed titles directly through the iOS search bar - Purchase framed, museum-approved reproductions from 1000Museums.com Also available for iPhone, and through Art Channel on Apple TV. ## Key features - 100,000+ classic artworks - 1500+ Western artists - Organized by art periods - Artist-specific exhibitions - Search and compare artworks - Art Real Size feature - Art Like This feature ## What do users think of Art Authority for iPad? Overall sentiment: neutral **Pros** - 🖼️ Comprehensive collection of artworks - 🔍 Ability to zoom in and view details - 📚 Informative artist and artwork details - 🎨 Visually appealing and elegant interface - 🤖 Useful for art history and education **Cons** - 🐢 Slow image loading and download times - 🔍 Inconsistent image quality and resolution - 🧭 Confusing navigation and organization - 💰 Expensive for the limited features - 🔌 Requires internet connection for full functionality **Commonly reported bugs** - Frequent crashes and app freezes - Inconsistent behavior when switching between views - Syncing and caching issues when updating the app - Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions **Most requested features** - Offline access to downloaded artworks - Ability to bookmark and save favorite artworks - More detailed information and analysis for each artwork - Support for contemporary and non-Western artists - Integration with other art/museum apps and resources ## Recent user reviews (10 of 259) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/art-authority-for-ipad/id364048834/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Bad Paid App Ever *2025-11-07, version 4.11.6* 1.I bought this app for one reason only the advertisement claimed it had 100,000 artworks. Since I love animal-themed art, I searched for every “Subject: Animal” across all eras available in the app. Here’s what I found: Early: 19 images Renaissance: 160 images Baroque: 383 images Romanticism: 240 images Impressionism: 79 images Modern: 213 images Contemporary: 19 images American: 361 images Total: 1,474 images Yes, only 1,474 artworks related to animals in the entire app. Classic art from every era combined — just 1,474 animal artworks? Do you still believe this app really has 100,000 images? 2.I’ve never seen a paid iOS app with a UI design this terrible. Ever. 3.Every single time you enter or exit a menu, there’s a slow dissolve effect. It makes me dizzy, uncomfortable, and even nauseous. In terms of smoothness, I’d give this app 0 out of 100. 4.Luckily, you can turn off those stupid effects when browsing slides, but it still doesn’t make the experience any better. 5.Image quality: No HD version 6.This app deletes all images every time you close it. That means you have to reload all the images from the start each time. So it’s only suitable for those with unlimited internet. (I’m really starting to wonder how they managed to make an app this bad.) Summary: The app’s description sounds amazing — so much that I wondered, why is it only 399 baht? But in the end... this is the worst app I’ve ever bought. I truly regret spending money on it. I paid the price for my own stupidity. ### 5/5 — Beautiful art app! *2025-03-01, version 4.11.6* 2025 review: Just rediscovered this awesome art app, which is still working well after all these years. It is an excellent way to view artwork from artists throughout history. Very pleased. ### 3/5 — Support for iOS 18 *2024-09-17, version 4.11.6* The app currently won’t go into full screen mode on iOS 18. Noticed it’s been a while since an update. ### 5/5 — Awesome … *2024-02-22, version 4.11.6* On the Apple Vision Pro ***** ### 1/5 — Low res! *2023-12-09, version 4.11.6* . ### 5/5 — Excellent Art Reference *2023-10-13, version 4.11.6* Needs AR capability. IAP would be fine for AR function. ### 5/5 — Beautiful art app! *2023-09-06* Rediscovered/redownloaded Art Authority for iPad today. Nice way to view artworks from artists throughout history. Plus, you can even save your favorites! Highly recommended! ### 1/5 — Low res *2021-10-16, version 4.11.4* Real disappointed ### 5/5 — Absolutely brilliant! *2021-01-15, version 4.11.4* I ignored the negative reviews and bought this and I’m so glad I did. Works perfectly on my iPad and I love it! ### 3/5 — contenu diversifié *2020-12-18, version 4.11.4* Cependant l’application n’est pas au niveau des oeuvres qu’elle renferme. Trop kitsch et démodée, elle aurait besoin d’un solide rafraîchissement. La qualité digital est également basse. Je salue toutefois l’excellent travail de recherche. ## Frequently asked questions about Art Authority for iPad ### What is Art Authority for iPad? Art Authority for iPad is a digital art museum and reference library that provides access to over 100,000 classic artworks from more than 1500 Western artists. It allows users to explore art by period, artist, or subject, offering detailed information and interactive features. ### What are the key features of Art Authority for iPad? Key features include access to a vast collection of art, organized into eight period-specific rooms, artist-specific exhibitions, search and comparison tools for artworks, the 'Art Real Size' feature to understand actual dimensions, and 'Art Like This' to discover similar works. It also offers period overviews, timelines, and full-screen slideshows. ### How much does Art Authority for iPad cost? Based on the provided information, the application is a paid app. There are no mentions of subscriptions, free trials, or in-app purchases for unlocking content, indicating a one-time purchase model. ### What kind of art can I find in Art Authority for iPad? The app focuses on Western art from ancient times to contemporary works. It includes art from periods such as Early, Renaissance, Baroque, Romantic, Impressionist, Modern, Contemporary, and American art. You can find paintings and sculptures by over 1500 of the western world's greatest artists. ### Can I use Art Authority for iPad offline? Yes, the application offers offline access to the artwork. This means you can explore the collection and its features even without an active internet connection after the initial download of the art data. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 4.11.6 — 2022-11-21 New art and artists! Doris Lee, Chiura Obata, Alma Thomas, works from the $1.5 billion Paul Allen Collection. New look to 1000Museums gift shop. ### 4.11.5 — 2022-03-24 Shows, and available prints, from a number of new 1000Museums.com artists. ### 4.11.4 — 2020-12-11 New artists Jamie Wyeth, Hilma af Klint, Frank Stella, Josef Albers. New works by Wayne Thiebaud, Lee Krasner and others. Support for iOS 14. ### 4.11.3 — 2020-05-05 Support for iOS 13, new 1000Museums gift shop. ### 4.11.2 — 2018-11-05 Support for iOS 12 and additional integration with 1000Museums.com ## More apps by Art Authority LLC - [Art Authority](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/art-authority/id355879924) - [Art Authority K-12 for iPad](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/art-authority-k-12-for-ipad/id573199638) - [Art Channel by Art Authority](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/art-channel-by-art-authority/id1051476315) - [Christmas Art powered by Art Authority](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/christmas-art-powered-by-art-authority/id1063831845) - [Art Authority Museum](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/art-authority-museum/id6475734202) All apps by Art Authority LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/1468408012 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-07-27.*