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Boston’s Skinner Awarded American Impressionist Painting By The Appraisal Group

Appraisal Group USA

Placing an oil painting or antiques with the right buyer – whether with a private collector or an auction house – takes leg work. This was true of the Louisiana Bayou painting by William Buch we placed a few seasons ago for the sum of $300,000. The painting, circa 1920s, is a 23 x 20 inch oil on canvas. Julie Bulkley.

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How To Sell Art At Auction

Art Appraisal Resources

An original Monet painting could sell for over $600,000,000, but a lesser quality, different medium, or scene painting with less than solid provenance could sell for $600,000. Is it the same Albert Bierstadt (Germany/US 1830 - 1902) or a painting with a Bierstadt signature? Is it a copy, a forgery, or a fake?

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How To Determine If You Need An Art Appraisal

Art Appraisal Resources

Appraisals are crucial in the art market, providing essential information about artworks' value, authenticity, and condition. Artwork Authentication and Verification: Authenticity becomes crucial when dealing with artworks of historical significance or renowned artists. It is estimated that 50% of the art in the market is fake.

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Art Peritus | Real, Repro or Ruse? How to Spot Fake Antique Furniture

Art Peritus

Plank Shrinkage – Wood planks will shrink over time, which is why split planks are often a good sign of authenticity. Dovetail Joints – These joints used in lieu of screws or nails to hold corners together are one of the primary ways experts use to gauge a piece’s age and determine authenticity.

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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. Knowing more about these marks might help you determine the piece’s age and authenticity. Look for signatures on the front or back of the piece of art.

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How Do I Get My Art Appraised?

Fine Art Estates

Over the years, I have spent a lot of time on the phone trying to help people determine if the painting they found in a garage sale is worth anything. I took no pleasure in having to explain that they had one of the many reproductions of the painting and their hopes of having won the art lottery was only a lovely dream.

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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. It becomes more difficult, however, with older, historic pieces that have had multiple owners.