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Art vs. The Elements

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Create a disaster response checklist that includes: A list of priority artworks Instructions for emergency packing and transport Contact information for art conservators, insurers, and professional art handlers Safe evacuation routes and storage locations 2. Sculptures and mixed-media pieces should be placed on stable surfaces.

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Art Peritus Art Industry Spotlight: Katja Zigerlig of Berkley One

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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. I’ve seen martini glasses placed on a Donald Judd sculpture by unaware party guests. These types of valuations are not accepted.

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Four Artwork Storage Solutions

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For instance, if there was no room anywhere else in the house for storage, a sculpture stand could be made on wheels with shelves on one side allowing the unit to be turned against the wall to hide the boxes from view. If you are not sure, consult a conservator in the field you are collecting.

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Fine Art Insurance 101

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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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How Do I Get My Art Appraised?

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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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Preserving the Past

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Whether its a rare painting, an outdoor sculpture, or a set of antique silverware, caring for these pieces ensures their survival. Collectors with outdoor sculptures must take additional precautions. We work with collectors who schedule conservation visits every six months to ensure their sculptures remain in pristine condition.

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Collection Brief // April 2025

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For tickets and additional information see: Annual Award Luncheon Follow Us Join us on social media as we celebrate Mother Earth and explore breathtaking outdoor sculptures by incredible artistssome seamlessly blending with nature, others boldly (or humorously) contrasting it.