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The Importance of Provenance in Art Appraisal

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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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The Importance of Contemporary Art Appraisals

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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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Evaluation to Valuation: Navigating Fine Art Appraisals

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The appraiser will then research the artist, provenance, exhibition history and market trends related to the artwork and similar pieces. Charitable Donation Appraisal When someone donates art to a museum or other nonprofit organization, a donation appraisal establishes the fair market value of the donated item.

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How To Determine If You Need An Art Appraisal

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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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What Does An Appraiser Do, Anyway?

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A generalist appraiser has to value everting from coffee makers to oriental rugs to Russian teacups to antique spinning wheels. These are important questions that can make a very big difference in value. It may require research, as when faced with unknown maker's marks on the bottom of a piece of pottery.

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How To Sell Art At Auction

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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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6 Questions Your Art Appraiser Will Ask You: A Guide for First-Time Clients

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If you’re seeking insurance coverage, the valuation may focus on replacement value. For estate planning or potential sale, market value may be more relevant. Do you know the artist/maker, title, date of creation, size, and medium of the piece? How many pieces are you interested in having appraised?