Know the Value of Your Fine Art Assets
Independent, trusted and professional fine art valuation and management services.
Fine Art & DECORATIVE ARTAppraisal & Valuation Services
The ability to make informed financial decisions and protect your finances relies on knowing the value of your fine art assets. Be certain of its value by engaging a qualified and accredited professional personal property appraiser.
Our services are based upon a code of ethics and deontology assuring quality, trusted and reliable reports. As an active member of a professional appraisal association our appraisal reports adhere to the highest industry standards and are fully compliant with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) in addition to the strict requirements and ethical standards of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA). USPAP is the recognized ethical and performance standard setting the benchmark for the appraisal profession in North America. It is relied upon by museums, attorneys, insurers, and government agencies such as the Canada Revenue Agency.
Trusted Credentials
Choose Artefact Fine Art for ethical and unbiased appraisals, free of conflicts of interest, diligently researched analyses, and intelligible credible results.
Utilizing appropriate appraisal methodology and data we provide reliable and comprehensive value conclusions paired with the art expertise of an art historian with thorough knowledge of fine art assets. We have experience dealing with cultural property, high value fine art objects and HNW collectors.
InsightsProperly Insuring & Protecting Your Art
Accidents can happen, and it’s best not to wait for such unfortunate unforeseen events to occur. Most often individuals either assume that their homeowners insurance will cover fine art or neglect to insure their fine art completely. Are you adequately covered and insured?
Mitigate Risk by Choosing a Qualified Appraiser
Risk is always involved when there's a question about the value of your personal property - including fine art. By providing a written opinion of value upon which you can base your financial decisions, a professional appraiser can help you mitigate these and other such risks.
The Role of the Appraiser vs. the Authenticator
Art appraisers often get asked to authenticate works of art from the general public. An understandable request since the value of a work of art is undoubtedly tied to its authenticity. If authenticity is in doubt so is its value. So, do appraisers also authenticate art?
How Best To Prepare for a Personal Property Appraisal
Communication is key throughout the appraisal process. The more information a client can provide the appraiser in advance the better. If you've never had your artwork professionally appraised or inspected, here are a few tips to keep in mind that can help streamline the process.