McAllister Fossum Appraisal Services

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

Written by Kirsten Rabe Smolensky, JD, ISA CAPP As an appraiser, I have worked on a lot of insurance claims , including losses due to fire, theft, transit damage, and flood. The number one mistake most insureds make is not being prepared in advance. The insurance company requests an inventory of EVERYTHING inside.

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Old Crows Antiques

JULY 19, 2021

Antiques, collectibles, and vintage items can all make beautiful additions to your home decor or help you complete a collection you have been working on for many years, but it is important to understand what you are looking for when you are searching for old items. What Makes an Antique a Collectible?

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Fine Art Estates

DECEMBER 9, 2019

Designing a place to store the parts of your collection that you do not currently have on display is not as difficult as it may sound. Artist’s studio converted into a living space but adding large painting storage as a design element. These storage solutions have served us well and can be adapted to fit most any circumstance.

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WorthPoint

AUGUST 16, 2024

These archaeologists pointed out that the compass looks nearly the same as the one depicted in the 1873 painting of Copernicus produced by Polish artist Jan Matejko. In this painting , Copernicus is standing on a balcony of the Archcathedral of Frombork and has a similar compass in his left hand. WorthPoint—Discover.

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Art Peritus

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Art Peritus recently sat down with Katja Zigerlig, Vice President, Art, Wine and Collectibles Advisory at Berkley One, a Berkley Company (WRB) to discuss the nuances of collecting and insuring Fine Art. B: Do you discuss this kind of art collection care with your clients? These types of valuations are not accepted.

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ValuePros Appraisal Services

FEBRUARY 26, 2018

Upon presenting his paintings, ‘Philosophy’, ‘Medicine’ and ‘Jurisprudence’, Klimt came under attack for ‘pornography’ and ‘perverted excess’ in the paintings. None of the paintings would go on display in the university.

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WorthPoint

APRIL 5, 2024

In August 2023, Skic had the opportunity to view Hernstadt’s art collection and said he was “shocked” to see the sketch hanging in her bedroom. The other is a 1782 painting created by American-French military engineer Pierre Charles L’Enfant depicting a woman serving troops food at American encampments.

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The Mid-West Museum Association

JULY 12, 2024

Despite preventative conservation and environmental controls, museum collections are subject to agents of deterioration and on occasion, require professional treatment or repair. In the absence of in-house conservation staff, collections managers, registrars, and curators are left weighing the pros and cons of engaging with a specialist.

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International Society of Appraisers

MARCH 14, 2025

A collection of unbranded jewelry that has no celebrity provenance may sell at a local or regional auction house. For insurance replacement purposes, appraisers should consider where the client typically shops, which, in most cases, falls under the retail market. For instance, Elizabeth Taylor’s jewelry (i.e.,

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Artifactual History Appraisal

MAY 6, 2020

The camera pictured above actually looks a lot like the one I use in my own appraisal firm for photographing client collections but your phone will be fine if that is what you have available. Provenance Paint? To add a few notes of my own, I’d like to reassure readers that you don’t need to have a fancy camera to do this. FURNITURE: A.

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WCG

MARCH 29, 2024

Knowledge of American History, significant historical documents and collections Prior professional framing design experience Working knowledge of paper and painting conservation methods Qualified candidates should provide a cover letter and resume and reply by email ONLY to: Bill@archivalartservices.com.

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Art Peritus

OCTOBER 24, 2022

The intent of the activists involved (according to their messaging) was not to damage the painting that was protected behind glass, but instead to call attention to their climate-centered mission and encourage society to question what we value on the whole. Both sides feel the stakes are high. Or is it possible to care about both?

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Drishti LLC Appraisers

JULY 22, 2022

Recently, a client contacted us for an insurance appraisal. She was remodeling her home and wanted to make sure that her paintings were insured to the proper value in case there was any damage during the remodel. An insurance appraisal serves several purposes, and thinking ahead provides peace of mind.

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Art Peritus

JANUARY 31, 2024

Winter’s most common catastrophe requires swift action to mitigate damage and minimize any loss of value to your art collection and valuables. Burst Pipes: What to Do When Water Seeps In As the coldest winter temperatures set in, the potential for weather-related damage to homes and art collections increases significantly.

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Art Peritus

JANUARY 31, 2024

Winter’s most common catastrophe requires swift action to mitigate damage and minimize any loss of value to your art collection and valuables. Burst Pipes: What to Do When Water Seeps In As the coldest winter temperatures set in, the potential for weather-related damage to homes and art collections increases significantly.

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WorthPoint

APRIL 9, 2024

This antique mechanical bank resembles Salvator Mundi —a long-lost artwork reportedly by Leonardo da Vinci and the world’s most expensive painting—and was recently found at an arts and crafts fair in Louisiana. In March 2024, over 150 vendors sold antiques, collectibles, arts, and crafts at the 18th edition of the fair.

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WCG

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Morning session : Presentations focused on contracting essentials, legal entity setup, business insurance, and taxation. Morning Sessions: Casey Wigglesworth Vice President Fine Art Insurance with Huntington Block Casey Wigglesworth is Vice President of Programs at Huntington T. Block Insurance Agency. Anna holds an M.A.

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Antiques Dealer

MARCH 9, 2023

Diversify Your Collection Diversification is an essential strategy when investing in art. This can involve collecting works from emerging artists alongside established names and investing in a range of mediums, including painting, sculpture, and photography.

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MIR Appraisal

JUNE 12, 2019

In his speech, former President Obama stressed the importance of representation and praised Wiley, who paints subjects he meets and paints them in the context of royal portraiture, to recognize those who “make this country work but are so often out of sight and out of mind.” Last year, a painting by Marshall sold for $21.1

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Art Peritus

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

When it comes to acquiring fine art, antiques and collectibles, understanding the nuances of quality, age, historical values, craftsmanship, and condition is vital. Case in point is the artist’s painting “Femme à la Montre,” 1932 that just sold at Sotheby’s for close to $140 million dollars.

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Ralph E Lerner

DECEMBER 9, 2014

Excerpt: Most people are collectors of one thing or another, and the number of people who are serious collectors with valuable collections is growing rapidly. In fact, paintings, stamps, coins, and other items of tangible personal property have increased in value at a much greater rate than have most stocks and bonds.

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ValuePros Appraisal Services

AUGUST 7, 2020

In all these scenarios, the owners know the paid and historical value of things, but it often happens that, by inheriting these collections of objects, little by little the objectivity of the real / current value of said pieces is lost. In this area, the collections are usually analyzed by our ART specialists at VALUEPROS. Contact Us!

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WorthPoint

AUGUST 5, 2024

Busiakiewicz saw several paintings in the photo’s background. He produces content across a wide range of industries, including antiques, insurance, and real estate. The photo, published on X by Tim Cox, a lieutenant in Warwickshire, England, was taken at a reception in a room in Warwick’s Shire Hall. WorthPoint—Discover.

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JSK Fine Art Appraisals

JANUARY 18, 2022

The market value of artworks can fluctuate, making periodic appraisals essential to ensure that your collection is adequately insured. Expertise Across Diverse Categories: Art comes in various forms, from paintings and sculptures to prints and installations.

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Michael Rose Fine Art

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Whereas a traditional commercial gallery is (at least ideally) managed by a fine art professional who has both curatorial acumen as well as sales and networking ability, a cooperative might be run collectively by dozens of artists, each with their own goals and objectives.

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WorthPoint

JUNE 7, 2024

Schulman sought help from art historians to confirm that the painting was indeed created by Degas. He produces content across a wide range of industries, including antiques, insurance, and real estate. This drawing, produced in 1876, depicts a brothel scene and has been missing since 1952. WorthPoint—Discover.

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Fine Art Estates

JUNE 4, 2021

Three Insurance Experts Explain the Intricacies of Insuring Your Art Collection I am often asked by clients if they should cover their art under their homeowner’s insurance (HO) or if they should investigate insuring their art with a separate fine art collectors’ policy.

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Drishti LLC Appraisers

AUGUST 18, 2021

Appraisals are usually necessary for estate planning, estate distribution and insurance. However, with NFTs the chance of destruction or damage is unlikely and insurance is a moot point. Nonetheless, an appraisal is still an essential part of collection stewardship, ensuring that you are making a sound investment and estate planning.

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ValuePros Appraisal Services

OCTOBER 7, 2020

These may include imagery, goldsmithing and painting or even more modern items such as automobiles, collectibles or residential contents. This is also pivotal to present insurance claims if the situation arises. Extra tip: Never use flash to take photos of antiques, as it may damage some pieces.

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Old Crows Antiques

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

While your jewelry and cars are appraised for insurance (high) or estate (low) valuations, antiques are valued according to the dealer's business model—is it for wholesale, retail, or auction—making it difficult for the novice to determine value accurately. John is the resident art expert and will show you how to authenticate paintings.

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Art Peritus

MAY 9, 2023

Founded in 2007 by Jennifer Garland Ross, Art Peritus is an Art Appraisal, Advisory, and Collection Management firm serving clients worldwide, with offices in New York, Los Angeles, Florida, Colorado, and London. We are also well known for the damage and loss appraisal work we perform for insurance claims.

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Prime Appraisals

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

When you're planning to sell items from an estate, whether it's a collection of antiques, art, or other valuable belongings, knowing their true worth is crucial. They can look at an old painting or a piece of jewelry and tell you how much it's worth. This is where personal property appraisers step in.

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Fine Art Estates

JANUARY 7, 2022

If your insurance provider has asked you to get your artwork professionally appraised, or you need it evaluated for some other reason, How Do I Get My Art Appraised will help you find a qualified appraiser, fully understand all aspects of the appraisal process, and prepare you for what a professional fine art appraisal is likely to cost.

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WorthPoint

APRIL 17, 2024

One such hobbyist found her “white whale” on Facebook Marketplace, and while it was a free painting, the experts at Antiques Roadshow let her know that it was worth much more. Photos courtesy: Ardrea Sanders A SECONDHAND MARKETPLACE SCORE WorthPoint spoke with Ardrea Sanders, who acquired a painting from a Facebook Marketplace post.

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ValuePros Appraisal Services

MAY 13, 2018

The painting is 95.3 Oudry produced mainly portraits, but devoted his creative life and the still life with fruit and animal painting. His painting “The White Duck” was part of the Walpole collection, which was exhibited at the country house Houghton Hall. His father was a painter and art dealer.

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ValuePros Appraisal Services

JANUARY 22, 2018

First sold in 1897 by Van Gogh’s sister-in-law for 300 francs, the painting was subsequently bought and sold until being acquired by Siegfried Kramarsky, who fled to Lisbon in November 1939 and arrived January 1940 in New York. Paul Gachet who took care of Van Gogh during the final months of his life. paid US$82.5 paid US$82.5

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Art Advisor's Blog

JULY 11, 2019

Your insurance agent has suggested that you need your art or jewelry appraised in order to put them under rider coverage. You just moved across the country and your favorite painting arrived with a gash through the canvas. Your client has a large collection of art and wishes to include the art in a trust for his heirs.

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