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How To Determine If You Need An Art Appraisal

Art Appraisal Resources

Value matters and an art appraisal completed by a qualified art appraiser can save you substantial money by not selling too low, insuring too low, or paying too much in estate tax or equitable distribution. Appraisals are crucial in the art market, providing essential information about artworks' value, authenticity, and condition.

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

Artifactual History Appraisal

Examples of retail replacement value are the price an art gallery asks for a painting in their inventory, the asking price of a table by a furniture designer, or the manufacturer listed price of a sterling silver serving item. The next level is Fair Market Value.

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How Do I Get My Art Appraised?

Fine Art Estates

Today, with over 180 members, the ADAA has expanded its appraisal services from donation to also include estate tax, gift tax, and insurance. 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.

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How to Know When You Need an Appraisal

JSK Fine Art Appraisals

Whether you inherited a painting, purchased a piece years ago, or are considering donating to a museum, there are many reasons why an appraisal might be necessary. Estate Planning and Inheritance When artwork is part of an estate, appraisals help with fair distribution among heirs and can be required for estate tax filings.