Consultation Paintings Provenance 
Art Appraisal Resources
JANUARY 16, 2024
An original Monet painting could sell for over $600,000,000, but a lesser quality, different medium, or scene painting with less than solid provenance could sell for $600,000. Is it the same Albert Bierstadt (Germany/US 1830 - 1902) or a painting with a Bierstadt signature? Is it a copy, a forgery, or a fake?
Art Appraisal Resources
MARCH 15, 2022
I recently returned from a trip to Santa Fe, NM to help a client who wanted a pre-purchase estimate on some paintings they were considering buying and wanted to know their value was justified and the provenance was well established. That is what I do best.
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Art Appraisal Resources
JULY 13, 2023
Appraisals can also assist in establishing provenance, which can significantly impact the value of the artwork. Moreover, appraisals serve as valuable documentation that provides a detailed description and assessment of the artwork, including its condition and provenance.
Antique Appraisers Auctioneers
DECEMBER 20, 2023
Other factors that influence the value include condition, size, and materials (for example, oil paintings are often more valuable than watercolours). The subject of the artworks or their provenance (previous ownership) can add significant value in some cases. Finally, the market will decide.
Art Peritus
MARCH 31, 2025
Protective Measures For fine paintings, prints, and photographs, museum-grade framing is essential. UV-protective glass or acrylic can prevent sun damage, while airtight backing can help guard against moisture and pollutants. Ensure sculptures are anchored securely to their bases to withstand high winds or seismic activity.
Artifactual History Appraisal
MAY 6, 2020
Being able to see photographs emailed to me ahead of time by a client can reduce the client’s total project cost, alert me of the need to consult specialized reference books or outside experts, and help me assess whether the client even needs an appraisal report at all. Provenance Paint? Do you see kiln marks? FURNITURE: A.
Fine Art Estates
JANUARY 7, 2022
Over the years, I have spent a lot of time on the phone trying to help people determine if the painting they found in a garage sale is worth anything. I took no pleasure in having to explain that they had one of the many reproductions of the painting and their hopes of having won the art lottery was only a lovely dream.
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