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Preserving Our Past: A Guide to Protecting and Conserving Historical Documents

ValuePros Appraisal Services

Historical documents serve as a window into the past, providing valuable insights into the lives, events, and cultures that shaped our world. In this blog post, we will explore practical tips and techniques to safeguard historical documents, ensuring their protection and conservation for years to come.

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Temporary Assistant Objects Conservator, The Baltimore Museum of Art

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In consultation with the Senior Objects Conservator, the Assistant Objects Conservator will examine, document, rehouse, and treat as needed a variety of works, including furniture and textiles.

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Valuing and Substantiating Charitable Art Contributions

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She has also worked in the art business since 1994 as a consultant and artist herself, former gallery owner and professional appraiser. Record Keeping Both the donor and the charitable organization should retain copies of the written appraisal and any supporting documents for their records.

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Estate Tax Planning Strategies for Art Collections

Art Appraisal Resources

An appraiser will start by documenting all information about the art piece or collection including its artist, title, date of creation, history of ownership, and publication history. It is important to consult with both legal and tax professionals when implementing estate tax planning strategies involving art.

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Section 106 Consultation Between Federal Agencies and Indian Tribes Regarding Federal Permits, Licenses, and Assistance Questions and Answers

Advisory Council on Historic Preservation

Section 106 Consultation Between Federal Agencies and Indian Tribes Regarding Federal Permits, Licenses, and Assistance Questions and Answers This document answers questions regarding federal permits, licenses, and assistance between federal agencies and Indian tribes. Download this document to view the whole text. pdf (38.37

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How To Determine If You Need An Art Appraisal

Art Appraisal Resources

An appraisal helps establish the artwork's current market value and ensures that you have the necessary documentation in case of loss, theft, or damage. If a family member has a taxable estate for estate taxes, an art appraisal is required to document the value of the appreciable art.

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Recommended Approach for Consultation on Recovery of Significant Information from Archeological Sites

Advisory Council on Historic Preservation

Recommended Approach for Consultation on Recovery of Significant Information from Archeological Sites Dates, Addresses, and Contact Information Dates This guidance is effective on June 17, 1999. If this guidance is followed, it is highly unlikely that ACHP would decide to enter the consultation process under 36 CFR 800.6