Artifactual History Appraisal

MAY 6, 2020

A Note from the Co-Editor: As an appraiser, I frequently invite new clients to send me pictures of their items so I can review them in advance and better assist with designing an appraisal scope of work that is most appropriate to their needs. There are some objects that are not well-suited for evaluating through photographs.

Appraiser/appraisal 130

Appraiser/appraisal Antiques and Decorative Arts Photography Glass 130

International Society of Appraisers

MARCH 14, 2025

Talk to your client to identify the scope of work. You may be asked to determine the salvage value for a damaged painting, antique table, computer, or other kind of item. What if your item contains intrinsic materials? It recognizes the intrinsic value of materials comprising the original item.

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Appraiser/appraisal Market Value Appraisal Reports Hypothetical Condition 52

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.

Appraiser/appraisal 130

Appraiser/appraisal Insurance Antiques and Decorative Arts Market Value 130