Remove Age Remove Material Remove Provenance
article thumbnail

Evaluation to Valuation: Navigating Fine Art Appraisals

Art Appraisal Resources

The appraiser will assess its condition, size, materials and overall condition. The appraiser will then research the artist, provenance, exhibition history and market trends related to the artwork and similar pieces. It is helpful if you are working with an appraiser who is well versed in the style of work.

article thumbnail

A Client's Guide For How to Take Photographs of Art and Antiques to Send to An Appraiser

Artifactual History Appraisal

Silverplate is often thicker and heavier than sterling Age Style (for example, Nouveau is valuable, Rococo Revival less so) Famous makers (such as Tiffany) or retailed from a famous shop (for example Liberty or Cartier) Weight in troy ounces (this is different from regular ounces. Provenance Paint? Note the thickness of hollowware.

article thumbnail

Antique Porcelain Dolls: How Much Are Porcelain Dolls Worth?

Invaluable

With this Chinese ceramic material, doll makers could finally create intricately painted faces, lifelike features, and beautifully constructed clothing. Today, porcelain dolls’ worth depend on a variety of factors including age, condition, provenance, manufacturer and type, and the artistry of the creation.

article thumbnail

4 Tips to Spot Hidden Gems in Antique Sales

Jerry's Antiques and Estates

Look for wear and patina, which are indicators of age and use. Genuine hardware is typically made of sturdy materials like brass or iron, but contemporary replicas could be made of less expensive materials. Genuine antique frames could include gilding loss, cracks, or other age-related flaws that add to their charm and worth.

Sale 52
article thumbnail

Types of Chinese Art: A Guide to Valuing & Collecting Chinese Art

Invaluable

In our experience, items with the most provenance are most sought after.” The destruction of many historic artifacts in the 1960s and 1970s paired with the overall delicacy of the materials means that well-preserved, authentic Chinese antiques are increasingly difficult to find. As awareness grows, the market becomes more competitive.

article thumbnail

From Vintage to Valuable, Understanding the Appraisal of Antiques

Antiques Dealer

Antiques are objects of significant value due to their age, rarity, and historical importance. The Importance of Antiques Appraisal An antique appraisal is a process of evaluating the worth of an antique item based on its age, rarity, condition, and other factors. Generally, the older the item, the higher the value.

article thumbnail

Evaluating Your Collection

Penrose Appraisals

The concept of "unity" also is helpful - does the form, the material, the detail of this object fit within the period, or the artisan? Identifying the materials which makeup an object is important and can be challenging. Certain materials, such as gold, are recognized as being inherently more valuable than others, such as tin.