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Questions To Consider Asking Yourself While Contemplating A New Addition To Your Art Collection

Artifactual History Appraisal

My latest article for Worthwhile Magazine™ is a series of questions to consider asking yourself while contemplating a new addition to your art collection. Did a gallery or art dealer or consultant tell me I should purchase this piece? -Do Is it in good condition? -Is QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER: -Do I love this piece?

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How To Sell Art At Auction

Art Appraisal Resources

Auction houses are a viable option to sell your fine art collection if the conditions are right. Not all auction houses are created equal or can sell collections at a fair market value, especially if they do not have the marketing capabilities or buyers and messaging to reach those buyers. Not all art is created equal.

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2024 Collections Assessment for Preservation (CAP) program

The Mid-Atlantic Museum Association

The Foundation for Advancement in Conservation (FAIC) is excited to announce that applications are now open for the 2024 Collections Assessment for Preservation (CAP) program with a deadline of February 28, 2024. Participating institutions receive support for a general conservation assessment from a qualified collection and building assessor.

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Collections Manager, Fort Monroe Authority

WCG

The Manager oversees all activities related to the care and documentation of the museum´s objects consisting of textiles, metal, and other materials, as well as a vast collection of printed materials contained in the archives. Develops new policies, procedures, and approaches to collection management.

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How can I determine the value of my antique collection and where can I sell it?

Sarasota Antique Buyers

You can begin by discovering your items’ historical significance, origin, and condition. When buying and selling antiques, collections hold more value than individual pieces. Dealers and collectors always seek unique collections, making them highly sought after. How can I determine the value of my antique collection?

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What Does An Appraiser Do, Anyway?

Penrose Appraisals

This doesn't mean that objects have to be in mint condition in order to bring the big bucks at auction. If you were collecting early American weathervanes, you might pay more for a piece that was green - it is evidence of age and of use, which gives it that authenticity that can be so important. Intangibles.

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Estée Lauder Solid Perfumes: Buy Them or Leave Them?

WorthPoint

This “ Just One Bite ” solid perfume compact from The Princess Collection for Disney was sold for $209 in 2022. I kept lots of the jewelry for my collection, of course, but passed most of the other items on to others. Examples shaped like seashells , since they can sell in the $50–100 range, and those must be in excellent condition.