Get a Clear Picture of Value
I get asked all kinds of questions about art. If you have a question, just ask.
Just the Facts
Before I can place a value on a work of art, I first have to understand what it is.
The purpose matters, too. The same work of art may have a different value for insurance, charitable donation, an estate, or a potential sale.
There isn't any mystery to valuing art. It begins with identifying what we're looking at, understanding the appropriate market, and finding the facts.
Some of the Things I Can Help With
- Appraisals — insurance, estates, charitable donations, equitable distribution, and other valuation needs.
- Buying & Selling Art — advice before buying, selling, consigning, or negotiating.
- Collections — building, managing, documenting, displaying, and planning for collections.
- Art Advisory — research, independent opinions, second opinions, and practical advice.
- Strategic Planning — charitable giving and other situations where art can play a broader financial role.
If your situation isn't listed here, ask anyway. Some of the most interesting assignments I've worked on never fit neatly into a category.
Things I've Learned About Art
Practical advice, observations, do's and don'ts, and a few tricks of the trade that may save you time, money, or trouble.
About
My education in art began long before the classroom. I spent four years handling, pricing, buying and selling hundreds of paintings before beginning my formal studies in History of Art. More than fifty years later, I'm still looking, learning and asking questions.
Contact
For the fastest response, text 312-337-1782 with your name and a brief description of your art question. You may also begin with photos or send a message.