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The Importance of Contemporary Art Appraisals

Art Appraisal Resources

An appraisal performed by a certified art appraiser helps the purchaser gauge the artwork's fair market value and authenticity before finalizing the acquisition. The appraisal often serves as an important document which details important aspects of the items condition, medium and provenance, as well as exhibition history if known.

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How To Determine If You Need An Art Appraisal

Art Appraisal Resources

Appraisals can also assist in establishing provenance, which can significantly impact the value of the artwork. 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.

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Evaluation to Valuation: Navigating Fine Art Appraisals

Art Appraisal Resources

The appraiser will then research the artist, provenance, exhibition history and market trends related to the artwork and similar pieces. You will be provided with a comprehensive report including a description of the work, the valuation method used and the final appraised value. This value is used for tax deductions.

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The Importance of Provenance in Art Appraisal

JSK Fine Art Appraisals

Provenance, the documented history of an artwork’s ownership, is a cornerstone of art appraisal that adds layers of significance to the valuation process. In this blog post, we delve into the crucial role of provenance and its impact on the appraisal of fine art.

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How To Sell Art At Auction

Art Appraisal Resources

Qualified appraisers and advisors can help determine if the auction market is the right choice to sell your fine art. Not all auction houses are created equal or can sell collections at a fair market value, especially if they do not have the marketing capabilities or buyers and messaging to reach those buyers.

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Understanding the Different Levels of Value: It’s Worth What Where and When?

Artifactual History Appraisal

Most people selling items on the secondary market who aren’t professional dealers or without access to the assistance of professional dealers will find it difficult to obtain retail prices in a sale, and can more realistically expect future sale prices to be closer to the Fair Market Value and Liquidation Value levels of the market.

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Understanding Gemological Reports for Jewelry Appraisal

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A gemological report is an authoritative document crafted by gemological laboratories to describe a diamond or colored stone's specific attributes. Identifying features unique to the diamond, including natural inclusions or specific growth patterns, are also thoroughly documented, providing a comprehensive identity profile of the stone.