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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.