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IFAR Winding Down

Maine Antique Digest

On September 27 the International Foundation for Art Research (IFAR) announced it was “winding down operations” after 55 years of championing the principles of authenticity and ethical ownership in the art world. According to a press release, “The change in leadership at the beginning of the year presented a vital opportunity

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How to Know if Jewelry is Real: A Comprehensive Guide

Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

The ability of jewelry to be authenticated, or when we say it is real jewelry, can substantially impact its value. Read on and traverse the intricacies of identifying authentic pieces and understanding the telltale characteristics of real and fake jewelry to make more informed purchasing decisions. For Gemstone Authenticity 1.

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Introducing: Signature Art Research

What Is It Worth?

Our new subsidiary, Signature Art Research is here to help. At Mearto, we’ve offered art authentication research to go alongside our quick and affordable online appraisal service since 2020. Effective October 2023, all authentication inquiries will be handled via Signature. I’m very happy with my results.

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Authenticating Artwork: Value in Validation

Drishti LLC Appraisers

Not only has the authenticity of the original been heavily scrutinized, there are 12 copies painted by Da Vinci’s students and variations created by other students and followers of Da Vinci. TRUSTED SOURCES Many art dealers and galleries will provide a Certificate of Authenticity (CoA).

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How To Sell Art At Auction

Art Appraisal Resources

Researching the market before you commit to working with an auction house and knowing the process and your rights is essential. If not, that is not a deal breaker, as we can still work through the process of having most works authenticated by the accepted experts or estates of the artists. Steps To Sell Fine Art At Auction: 1.

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Selling American Paintings to Buyers Doesn’t Have to be Hard. Read These 5 Tips

Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

They can identify authentic paintings and point out fakes. Educate yourself on the value of your painting In order to make it easy to sell your painting to American art buyers you should pay attention to the American art appraisers that examine it and learn from them and your own research. It must be authenticated.

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The Importance of Contemporary Art Appraisals

Art Appraisal Resources

An appraisal performed by a certified art appraiser helps the purchaser gauge the artwork's fair market value and authenticity before finalizing the acquisition. In legal disputes, such as art ownership conflicts or divorce settlements, an appraisal can provide an unbiased assessment of the artwork's value and authenticity.