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Office Hours Information from March 2025

International Society of Appraisers

high end, branded, celebrity provenance) is going to sell at a high-end international auction house like Christie’s. A collection of unbranded jewelry that has no celebrity provenance may sell at a local or regional auction house. For instance, Elizabeth Taylor’s jewelry (i.e.,

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Insights on Auction Sales: David Hockney Lithograph, Bobby Orr Jersey

WorthPoint

Another busy day in our roundup begins in the UK at Dawson’s auction house , where the fine art category featured a standout: a David Hockney Paper Pools piece. The total auction brought in $51,126.12, and with provenance-rich and design-savvy items, it was a quiet success for the right buyers. at Dawsons.

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Insights on Auction Sales: Pine Settle, Farah Fawcett, and The Lone Ranger Guns

WorthPoint

Though the poster was heavily creased and came with a CAG Certificate of Authenticity, it still fetched an impressive $22,750. One of these posters, certified by CGC, seems to turn up every year at an auction house, so someone must have bought a small horde of them from her estate, and there is a story here. These authentic U.S.

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Antique Fishing Lure Sells for Nearly $40,000

WorthPoint

Study the major manufacturers, learn to identify authentic pieces from reproductions, and understand what drives value in the market. Of course, not all lures are as rare or valuable as the Wilcox Wiggler, and new collectors will be able to find authentic pieces for surprisingly cheap prices.

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The Story Behind an Epic Lincoln Collection

WorthPoint

Of course, an item of that nature would garner most of the attention, but this auction was about more than just bloody gloves. It was one more chapter in a long story of provenance, profit, and protecting history. In 2019, a comprehensive study , including a series of tests, found no evidence to prove the hat’s authenticity.

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How To Sell Art At Auction

Art Appraisal Resources

Auction houses are a viable option to sell your fine art collection if the conditions are right. Qualified appraisers and advisors can help determine if the auction market is the right choice to sell your fine art. When you are ready to sell your art through an auction house, there are some critical steps to consider.

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Tips for Buying or Selling American Art

Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

Authentication is an important first step, and it can be relatively simple with contemporary pieces when the artist is still alive to verify them. Serious art collectors are always concerned with authentication. The subject of the artworks or their provenance (previous ownership) can add significant value in some cases.