Invaluable

APRIL 3, 2024

Prices can start from around $200, rising into the thousands depending on condition, with rare, 18th-century snuff examples with authenticated reign marks often selling for the highest price at auction. A set of ink-brush paintings by Chinese artist Qi Baishi set a record in 2017 for Chinese paintings sold at auction.

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WCG

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

The Goode Center’s staff includes conservators, conservation technicians, and mount makers specializing in paintings, objects, paper, and photographs. Demonstrated ability to perform condition assessments, develop conservation treatment proposals, and execute treatments to a high degree of competency and efficiency.

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Art Peritus

MARCH 28, 2024

Have you ever wondered why two seemingly identical prints by the same artist can have vastly different price tags? The artist is usually not involved at all – or if so, minimally – and they can be either authorized or unauthorized reproductions. If the print does not meet the artist’s criteria, it is destroyed.

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Art Peritus

MARCH 28, 2024

Reproductions By Noelle DeSantis and Sarah Kirk Hanley Have you ever wondered why two seemingly identical prints by the same artist can have vastly different price tags? The artist is usually not involved at all – or if so, minimally – and they can be either authorized or unauthorized reproductions.

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Penrose Appraisals

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The proper identification of materials sometimes requires testing, which may require the assistance of an expert. An object can be made of the finest materials, have the most sublime color, and feature just the right amount of ornamentation, but if it is not executed by a skilled maker, it will not be considered among the best.

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Appraisal Group USA

DECEMBER 17, 2022

It is The Appraisal Group’s newest find – a beautiful, regional oil painting by the Louisiana artist Selina Bres (1870-1953). It makes them proud to carry on the tradition of supporting regional artists. Before the painting went to Crescent City though, it had to pass a litmus test. In this case, the condition is excellent.

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JSK Fine Art Appraisals

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

The Dynamics of Art Market Trends: Art market trends are influenced by a myriad of factors, including societal shifts, economic conditions, and evolving cultural perspectives. Tracking these trends involves an exploration of emerging artists, evolving mediums, and the thematic elements that capture the zeitgeist.

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WorthPoint

JULY 19, 2024

However, some reliable key factors help determine values, including the film’s title, authenticity, design and/or artist, condition, and objectivity. Because of their subjective nature, assessing and determining the value of movie posters can be inherently challenging.

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American Association for State and Local History

AUGUST 23, 2024

Jasmine Lewis is a multi-intentional artist, scholar, and vanguard of social change who is envisioning a kaleidoscopic path towards liberation. To reckon with the histories that our nation holds and familiarize ourselves with our current condition, and, at the same time, become invested in forging a path forward.

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What Is It Worth?

JUNE 15, 2022

According to one British antiques dealer, some of the items that will be most valued in the future are vaccination cards, government letters, testing kits, and testing paperwork. A UC Berkeley public health test kit represents some of the diagnostic equipment used to control the pandemic.

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WorthPoint

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

In some ways, Digimon card artists tried too hard. Digimon Leagues have since been set up globally, providing training grounds for players who want to test their skills in the ongoing World Championships. However, this price jumps when the card is in Mint condition. The card artwork is certainly less iconic.

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WorthPoint

MARCH 29, 2024

It can be difficult to test celluloid (and you never want to use a hot pin to prick it because it is highly flammable), but rubbing it vigorously with your thumb can induce a camphor-like odor. When in good condition, collectors will often pay $25 to $75 for them , so they’re worth picking up.

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John Thomas Jewelers

JUNE 8, 2023

Skilled artisans of the past used traditional techniques, intricate detailing, and hand-finishing to create exquisite pieces that have stood the test of time. Antique jewelry symbolizes the artistic, cultural, and social movements of the era in which it was created. Cuts and settings also differ from modern styles.

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Appraisal Group USA

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Because the guests waited to enter lifeboats, these were captivated by Titanic’s artists, who 1st starred in the 1st-classification lounge before eventually relocating to the fresh motorboat’s platform. That it plunge might possibly be good for test the brand new fit, and also to find the treasures that are undetectable on the forgotten ship.

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Invaluable

JANUARY 13, 2025

Goebel worked with immensely talented artists over the years to ensure that the quality and artistry of each Hummel figurine was exceptional and of the same standards as Hummel herself would have expected. Condition : The overall condition of a Hummel figurine can greatly impact its worth.

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Collectibles Antiques and Decorative Arts Appraiser/appraisal Age 98

WorthPoint

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

The piece was signed and dated in the bottom right corner, and while there were some chips to the frame, the painting itself has stood the test of time. Signed by the artist on the underside, its in excellent condition and presents exactly as Zynsky intended.

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WorthPoint

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Unfortunately, with the artists recent passing, his works have become rarer, so its no surprise this piece fetched such a high price. The condition was good, with only minor drips on the left side, and it’s UV-tested, ensuring its authenticity. It was a huge win for Leonard Auctions, who nailed this one!

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WorthPoint

JANUARY 2, 2025

The Bulge was the great test of the American Army in the war, and it managed to both halt the juggernaut and counterattack the following January. The equivalent Nazi sidearm, a late-war Luger pistol, reached over $2700 in 2024, even though it was not in good condition. A copy in decent condition will sell for north of $150.

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WCG

DECEMBER 9, 2024

In its current condition, the flag has many areas of loss and melted debris that are witness bearing damages and scars. Solvent testing revealed that a blue component of the printing ink was sensitive to solvents that were effective at reducing the bulk adhesive from newsprint.

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WCG

JANUARY 10, 2025

In its current condition, the flag has many areas of loss and melted debris that are witness bearing damages and scars. Solvent testing revealed that a blue component of the printing ink was sensitive to solvents that were effective at reducing the bulk adhesive from newsprint.

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