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Thoughts on Things

Artifactual History Appraisal

What I do have to share is my perspective as an appraiser, one gleaned from many years of studying the materials, construction, and design of things , and also from my role documenting what remains after someone has passed when I have to write an appraisal report for estate purposes.

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Choosing an Appraiser—Essential Questions to Ask: Part I

Art Advisor's Blog

If you own a large collection of comic books, a collection of old master prints or a collection of Asian art, you may need a specialty appraiser who has deep knowledge of that specific type of item. Appraisers generally stick to given field of appraisal –Jewelry, fine art, household contents.

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Introducing ISA’s Updated Antiques, Furnishings & Decorative Arts Course Manual

International Society of Appraisers

Everyone will learn to apply the information gathered in the field and through research to create accurate appraisal reports which meet the needs of their clients. The material is broad enough to introduce Fine Arts specialists to the basic skills necessary to develop connoisseurship in this type of property.