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Navigating the Art Appraisal Process: A Guide for Clients

JSK Fine Art Appraisals

As an accredited art appraiser, I’ve seen firsthand how valuable a professional appraisal can be for art collectors, whether you’re planning to sell a piece, insure your collection, or just curious about its worth. Proper preparation can make all the difference in ensuring a smooth and accurate appraisal process.

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The Importance of Provenance in Art Appraisal

JSK Fine Art Appraisals

Provenance, the documented history of an artwork’s ownership, is a cornerstone of art appraisal that adds layers of significance to the valuation process. In this blog post, we delve into the crucial role of provenance and its impact on the appraisal of fine art.

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Navigating the Art Appraisal Process: A Guide for Clients

JSK Fine Art Appraisals

Whether you’re considering selling a piece, insuring your collection, or simply curious about its worth, proper preparation ensures a smooth and accurate appraisal process. Include information such as the artist’s name, title of the piece, medium, dimensions, and any relevant provenance or history.

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What Does An Appraiser Do, Anyway?

Penrose Appraisals

Many people may be surprised that your average appraiser may or may not be able to tell you "what it's worth" on the spot. A generalist appraiser has to value everting from coffee makers to oriental rugs to Russian teacups to antique spinning wheels. The appraiser must answer all of these questions.

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The Importance of Contemporary Art Appraisals

Art Appraisal Resources

Auction houses, galleries, and art dealers often require a certified art appraisal to estimate and reserve artwork sales prices. The appraisal often serves as an important document which details important aspects of the items condition, medium and provenance, as well as exhibition history if known.

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How To Sell Art At Auction

Art Appraisal Resources

Claude Monet and Pablo Picasso are two of the most well-known and collectible artists of all time, but not all of their works will garner the high prices we have come to know from the blockbuster sales that are now well known. There is a wide variation in values within the same artist. These all affect the value of the art.

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

Artifactual History Appraisal

Being able to see photographs emailed to me ahead of time by a client can reduce the client’s total project cost, alert me of the need to consult specialized reference books or outside experts, and help me assess whether the client even needs an appraisal report at all. Note the thickness of hollowware.