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I have an old oil painting by Peckham, depicting Admiral Nelson, with an original, very old stretcher and frame. The painting was appraised in 1981 and was thought to be a reproduction due to the signature appearing wrong. The signature is slightly raised above the surface and the painting is in good condition but needs restretching in one area. What is the authenticity and value of this painting?
January 22nd, 2023
I have two items I need appraised: an old Belgian figurine used to hold holy water with a marking indicating it's from 1700, and an Asian or Chinese figurine with an unknown marking on the bottom. What is the fee for this appraisal?
June 29th, 2024
I have a unique piece from the Louvre in Paris, France. It is a print by Veyrassat titled 'La Famille Du Menuisier' from 1856, on heavy Arches paper with the 'Arches' watermark and embossed from the Louvre. The size is plate 15 7/16" x 12 11/16" and paper approximately 19" x 25". What is the value and history of this print?
December 2nd, 2023
I have a solid oak, pedestal dining table in perfect condition, with 3 leaves and 6 chairs, purchased in the early 1930s. I need to sell it quickly as I am moving and have no place to store it. What is the approximate value and where can I sell it?
September 17th, 2023
I have two Degas reproductions on canvas, titled 'Dancer w Bouquet' and 'Dancing Lesson'. The canvases are in poor condition and have '$500' written on the back of the frame. How can I find out what they're worth?
January 1st, 2024
I have a log hewn by 'Jeremiah Johnson' from a trading store he helped to build in Columbus, Montana. It is about 12 feet in length, hand-hewn, and was removed from the original building during a remodel. The log was given as a gift to my husband, who has since passed away. The log has axe marks, is grayed in color, and I believe it is made of Cottonwood. Is there anything else the Antiques Appraiser should be aware of?
October 3rd, 2024