International Society of Appraisers

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

11/8/2024 12:00:00 AM State and national elections, conflicts in the Middle East, and global unrest have constantly been on our minds and in our daily conversations. People desperately seek more positivity - as reflected in their buying trends in 2024 and moving into 2025.

Furniture 52

Furniture Antiques and Decorative Arts Paintings Quality 52

International Society of Appraisers

APRIL 19, 2024

4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM Spring is a time for renewal and rebirth. They consider factors such as an artist's reputation, rarity of the piece, quality of materials, provenance (history of ownership), and market trends. It’s also a good time to take inventory while you do your spring cleaning.

Coverage 52

Coverage Fine Art Insurance Appraiser/appraisal 52

Invaluable

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

This luxurious luster comes from the technique of faience, a clever invention of ancient Egyptian artists using natural materials to give a glossy opulence across a wide variety of objects. Sold for $500 USD via Artemis Gallery (June 2024). Sold for £750 GBP via Apollo Art Auctions (June 2024). Late to Ptolemaic Period, Ca.

Ceramics 52

Ceramics Antiques and Decorative Arts Provenance Jewelry 52

International Society of Appraisers

JANUARY 17, 2024

1/17/2024 12:00:00 AM Art authentication can be tricky business. Materials used in the construction of an artwork that did not exist when the artist was working have long been tells of a false work of art. Because of that, the work could not have been from Warhol.

Authentication 98

Authentication Authenticity Appraiser/appraisal Paintings 98

Invaluable

JUNE 17, 2024

Sold for €750 EUR via Antenor Auction (June 2024). It is formed by a mollusk and consist s of the same material as the mollusk ’ s shell. Sold for $107,950 HKD via Sotheby’s (January 2024). As with any gem, it is good to be aware of provenance, history, and how to take care of them.

Jewelry 52

Jewelry Quality Rarity Provenance 52

WCG

MAY 22, 2024

The deadline for applications to this Advanced Conservation Training Program has been extended to May 27, 2024. The Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art, Department of Conservation and Scientific Research (CSR) is pleased to accept applications for the 2024-25 Gretchen and David Welch Program in Advanced Conservation Training.

Research 52

Research Material Provenance Insurance 52

WCG

MAY 3, 2024

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art, Department of Conservation and Scientific Research (CSR) is pleased to accept applications for the 2024-25 Gretchen and David Welch Program in Advanced Conservation Training. The fellowship will have a start date in September 2024.

Research 52

Research Material Provenance Insurance 52