Antique & Personal Property Appraisals ______________________________________

December 13

AVOIDING ART FORGERIES
Artfixdaily published an article this week titled “Feds Investigate Possible Forgeries of Modern Art“.  It describes how modernist paintings from a supposed anonymous private collection were sold to prominent New York galleries, and are now being investigated by the FBI as possible forgeries.  Some of the works being questioned include paintings by Pollack, Rothko, Motherwell and Diebenkorn.  [...]

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October 24

Choosing Experts to Appraise Collectibles and Valuables
The New York Times recently published an article titled “The Specialized Art of the Appraisal”.   It stresses the importance of keeping tabs on your collection, knowing what you have and the values. “Whether it is fine wines, vintage movie posters or abstract paintings, some people spend a great deal of time and money compiling collections [...]

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June 18

Protecting Your Valuables From A Disaster
Fire season is upon us in California and it’s time to be prepared.  As a personal property appraiser, I’d like to offer the following tips on protecting your valuable possessions prior to a disaster: Photograph and inventory the contents of your home.  You can do it yourself or hire a professional home inventory company. Check with your insurer to see [...]

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May 27

Appraisers and Licensing
You might be surprised to hear that there are no Federal or state licenses for personal property appraisers in the United States.   When it comes to placing a value on your antiques, art and household contents, anybody can say they are a appraiser.   If a personal property appraiser claims to be licensed, it is for some [...]

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May 10

Education Calendar for Personal Property Appraisers
Personal property appraisers are always looking for opportunities to enhance their appraisal knowledge and earn professional development points.  As part of the Education Committee for the Antiques & Residential Contents Division at the International Society of Appraisers, I created the Educational Opportunities Calendar in 2004 and am currently the manager. Included in the calendar are classes, symposiums and seminars from major [...]

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