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I have a church choir pew bench with 4 stalls, ornate carvings on all stall arms, and a back carved to look like a curtain. It appears to be a misericord bench, but the seats don't have a rest area when lifted up. The bench is very heavy. Who can appraise this in Knoxville, TN?
April 21st, 2024
I have a wooden miniature chair with a curved back and a yellow rose traced in black. How much is it worth, and what details should I provide to get an accurate assessment?
May 5th, 2024
I have a Japanese watercolor painting of three children holding a giant peach, signed by the artist in Japanese characters with three red stamps. The back has a stamp from United Picture & Frame on Colorado in Pasadena, which has been in business since 1959. Should I get it appraised or donate it to Goodwill?
October 27th, 2024
I have a scrapbook pertaining to Edwin Booth that spans from 1848 until his death in 1892, containing original playbills and mostly newspaper reviews from his performances abroad. It is in good condition with no mold or damage, and includes numerous telegrams and a handwritten letter. The book was auctioned off by Sotheby's in the early 90s and later purchased by a friend who sold it to me in the early 2000s. What do I need to do to prepare and offer it for sale?
August 8th, 2023
I have an unidentified painting with a signature that appears to be 'Colman'. The painting is on wood with older staples and the frame has an inkblock stamp saying 'Made in Mexico'. I would like to know the artist's identity, the potential value of the painting at auction, and if there are any museum tour or lease programs available for such a piece.
March 24th, 2023
My grandmother gave me a beautiful lamp, and I am now able to use it and/or sell it. I do not know anything about its origin and cannot find any markings on it. The lamp 'base' is approximately 16 inches high and is decorated. Can you tell me anything about the lamp, and what its value might be?
April 7th, 2023