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The Importance of Contemporary Art Appraisals

Art Appraisal Resources

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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Types of Chinese Art: A Guide to Valuing & Collecting Chinese Art

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In our experience, items with the most provenance are most sought after.” The destruction of many historic artifacts in the 1960s and 1970s paired with the overall delicacy of the materials means that well-preserved, authentic Chinese antiques are increasingly difficult to find. As awareness grows, the market becomes more competitive.

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4 Tips to Spot Hidden Gems in Antique Sales

Jerry's Antiques and Estates

Whether you’re a seasoned collector or a beginner, finding valuable goods requires a keen eye and some understanding of authenticity and historical worth. Review Frames In antique sales, artwork and mirrors are frequently discovered gems, and the frames that surround them can reveal important details about their provenance and caliber.

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How Do I Get My Art Appraised?

Fine Art Estates

Askart.com If you are researching a painting, drawing, or sculpture (they do not have fine prints) Askart is a good place to look. Artnet.com As I recall, Artnet.com’s database of fine art auction sales was one of the first on the market to cover not only paintings, drawings, and sculpture, but also fine prints and multiples.

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The Case Against the Current Energy Usage of NFTs: An Art World Environmentalist’s Opinion

Artifactual History Appraisal

As Claudia pointed out in her interview on Larissa Wild’s The Art Elevator Podcast , NFTs have a very high carbon footprint, exponentially higher than most artworks made in traditional mediums like paintings and sculpture. The second issue is determining authenticity and tracking provenance through the use of blockchain technology.

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Building a Collection and Art as an Investment

Artifactual History Appraisal

Maybe sculptures make your hands itch to throw clay on a potter's wheel, or portraits help you feel a connection to the past. One of the biggest headaches in my line of work is the issue of authenticity, or is the work what it says it is? Do landscape paintings sooth you, or do you enjoy Impressionist cafe scenes?

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A Brief Introduction to Historicism in Art History 

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From references to ancient Greco-Roman epic tales to revivals of Renaissance heroines and tragic figures, a stroll through any major art museum will quickly reveal that history has proven a core source of inspiration for art for generations. Dante Gabriele Rossetti – Beata Beatrix. Public domain image, courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.