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Understanding the Different Levels of Value: It’s Worth What Where and When?

Artifactual History Appraisal

Without those other two data points of 1) market level and 2) point in time (which is commonly referred to as the “effective date,” meaning the date the appraised value is effective for), any number that is thrown around as a value is essentially meaningless.

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Tips For Developing a Disaster Preparedness Plan

Artifactual History Appraisal

Art doesn't handle temperature and humidity fluctuations well, and if you own a very small, very expensive painting, it might make sense to tuck it in the car with you rather than risk leaving it in the house. If your house burns down/floods/is destroyed by a tornado, what financial compensation would you receive from your insurance company?

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The Importance of Contemporary Art Appraisals

Art Appraisal Resources

When Might You Need a Contemporary Art Appraisal? Art Acquisitions Art collectors, museums, galleries, and private individuals interested in purchasing contemporary Paintings, Sculpture, Photography, or Fine Art Prints might seek an appraisal to ensure they make an informed investment.

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RESEARCHING Your Art, Yourself, Is a Bad Idea!

Coronado Appraisal

You need to find your painting, your artist, or the comparables for your type of art…such as, ‘School of French Impressionists’, or ‘the Drip School’, etc.? An appraisal needs to be presented to your buyer, or, especially, the consignment gallery, auction house…etc., that will help you Sell your Artwork.

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How Do I Get My Art Appraised?

Fine Art Estates

Fortunately, there are several property appraisal organizations that set standards and self-police their membership to be sure that each member is qualified to properly appraise their field of expertise. If I had five people call me, I wonder how many other dealers and appraisers received calls from other expectant lottery winners?

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what if artwork is damaged?

Drishti LLC Appraisers

Recently, a client contacted us for an insurance appraisal. She was remodeling her home and wanted to make sure that her paintings were insured to the proper value in case there was any damage during the remodel. An insurance appraisal serves several purposes, and thinking ahead provides peace of mind.

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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. Provenance Paint? Do you see kiln marks? FURNITURE: A.