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The Importance of Contemporary Art Appraisals

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When Might You Need a Contemporary Art Appraisal? 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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Lost Fine Art: The White Duck by Jean-Baptiste Oudry

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Some art investigators believe that the work was quickly passed into the hands of a Gypsy gang based in the region who ‘laid it down’ According to english newspaper “The Guardian”, the problem for thieves is that major works of art are very difficult to sell, as their notoriety makes them hard to launder.

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“Appraising in the World of the High-Net-Worth Client”

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Marshall spoke about some of the challenges unique to housing a museum in an historic building not purpose-built for that use, including security of the art, adequate storage facilities and other challenges that arose while transforming a former orphanage into a modern museum. Such coverage is much more comprehensive protection against loss.