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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. Medium - Is your fine art an original painting, oil or acrylic on canvas or board, a watercolor, or a print? Condition - what is the condition of your art? These all affect the value of the art.

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Selling American Paintings to Buyers Doesn’t Have to be Hard. Read These 5 Tips

Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

The condition of the painting, size, and type of materials (oil paintings are worth more than watercolors) may also increase or decrease value. In addition to the artist, if the previous owner was famous that can increase the value of the painting. The subject of the painting also might make it more valuable to American art buyers.

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Building a Collection and Art as an Investment

Artifactual History Appraisal

Another issue to keep in mind is what medium you'd like to purchase: a wide range is available including original works in oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastels, graphite as well as printed works including etchings, lithographs, silkscreens, and digital prints. Artists typically work in a few of their favorite mediums, such as mainly in oil.

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Trusted Local Antiques Buyers and Their Services in Bradenton

Sarasota Antique Buyers

Whether worn or in perfect condition, we, as experienced dealers, are interested in all items. We understand that each piece’s value depends on various factors, such as age, quality, condition, rarity, period, and maker. We’re interested in pieces of varying condition, even those without signatures by major artists.

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New Uses for Old Things: Thoughts in Support of Mixing Antiques in Modern Interiors

Artifactual History Appraisal

In one design project, we skillfully incorporated the antique curio cabinet, vintage zither, heirloom rocking chair, and watercolor painting collection with contemporary new furnishings and custom accessories to create a welcoming and cohesive living room."

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American Folk Art: Celebrating the Creativity and Craftsmanship of Everyday Artisans 

Invaluable

Born and raised in Chicago, Darger worked as a custodian and committed to painting with watercolors in his free time. These makers, who typically eschewed more traditional methods and materials, imbued their work with an uncanny sense of innovation and ingenuity. Henry Darger was a leader in the American Outsider art movement.

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American Folk Art: Celebrating the Creativity and Craftsmanship of Everyday Artisans 

Invaluable

Born and raised in Chicago, Darger worked as a custodian and committed to painting with watercolors in his free time. These makers, who typically eschewed more traditional methods and materials, imbued their work with an uncanny sense of innovation and ingenuity. Henry Darger was a leader in the American Outsider art movement.