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Disgraced adviser Lisa Schiff's art holdings planned for auction at Phillips starting in November

The Art Newspaper

Bankruptcy trustees have proposed selling hundreds of works through the auction house, with hopes to recover up to $2m

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

Artifactual History Appraisal

If Bidder A wants to remove the item from the auction house, in most circumstances it is going to cost more than $400 to be able to do so. Most auction houses also charge what is called buyer’s premium, which is a surcharge on top of the hammer price paid by the winning bidder.

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My Tips for Building an Amazing Collection of Art

Art Advisor's Blog

If you’ve never bought at auction and want some help, we are available to advise you or place proxy bids on your behalf. · If you want to buy at auction, check out the auction house before you bid. I would avoid the ‘online-only’ category, the weekend-hotel ballroom bankruptcy auction, and any auction on a cruise ship.

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What Kind of Appraisal?

Drishti LLC Appraisers

For example, a client cannot use a restricted appraisal as a basis for a sales price with an auction house or antique dealer. It is not used for forced sale or bankruptcy situations. Likewise, it cannot be used for insurance purposes. It is for your information only.

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How to Know When You Need an Appraisal

JSK Fine Art Appraisals

Selling or Consigning Artwork If you are considering selling artwork, an appraisal provides an accurate fair market value, helping you set a competitive asking price when working with auction houses, galleries, or private buyers.