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So You Found A John George Brown Painting?

Harrison Appraisals

His penchant for copyrighting his most popular works, which were eventually reproduced as inexpensive lithographs, earned him royalties well into his later years. Legacy Although by the early 20 th century John George Brown’s popularity had diminished, his paintings had made him a wealthy man. Brown died in New York in 1913 at age 81.

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How Do I Get My Art Appraised?

Fine Art Estates

But there are other reasons as well, such as settlement of an estate, donating a piece or collection to an institution, equitable distribution in a divorce, or wanting to know an accurate market value before selling a work. Probably the biggest reason for an art appraisal is insurance against damage or theft.