How do I get a piece of art appraised?
How can I get my art appraised? Go to an art appraiser or an estate retailer and ask them to appraise your artwork. They may charge a small fee, however. You can also try a collective gallery or art co-op.
How can I get a free appraisal online?
Some popular websites for free appraisals include:
- AntiqForum. This website provides free price guides and appraisals on certain antiques.
- Christie’s.
- Gannon’s Antiques and Art.
- InstAppraisal.
- Mr.
- WorthPoint.
How do I find out if a painting is worth money?
Check the painting for markings and signatures. Examine the back of the painting for sales receipts or exhibition stamps. These markings can help you trace the painting’s “provenance” or history. If you know the provenance, you can determine who sold the painting, the sales date and the previous sales price.
Where to get paintings appraised?
Art appraisers most often find work at auctions, art galleries or insurance companies. They can also work at museums, educational institutions or for private collectors. Some art appraisers may specialize in appraising certain kinds of art, such as paintings or sculptures, or specialize in appraising artwork of different time periods.
How can I become an art appraiser?
Although there is no specific degree requirement to be an art appraiser, the American Society of Appraisers (ASA) requires its members to hold, at a minimum, a bachelor’s degree from an accredited school (www.appraisers.org).
What is appraisal of Art?
An art appraiser analyzes a piece of art using a wide assortment of resources, such as books, photographs and samples of other art work in order to determine the value of the piece. Art appraisers most often find work at auctions, art galleries or insurance companies.