by Alyssa Stevens | Feb 23, 2023 | All, Appraisal
2022 was a record-breaking year for the art market. In spite of inflation and global uncertainty, last year saw the biggest auction sale in history. Many major auction houses announced company-high sale totals. While nothing is certain, we’re expecting the art market...
by Alyssa Stevens | Jan 12, 2023 | All, Appraisal
Basketry is a living tradition with a long history in the Pacific Northwest. If you have a Native American basket, you may want to know who made it and how old it is. Native American peoples have been practicing basketry in the Salish Sea area for thousands of years....
by Alyssa Stevens | Jan 6, 2023 | All, Appraisal
Are you a record collector looking to part with some of your collection? Fortunately, vinyls have been having a renaissance over the past years, which means your old records now have a larger buyer base. Before you sell, though, it is crucial to do your research. You...
by Alyssa Stevens | Jan 3, 2023 | All, Appraisal
If you aren’t a professional art appraiser, it’s hard to tell how much your art is worth. You may need an official written appraisal before selling your art in an auction or estate sale, paying estate taxes, donating it to a nonprofit, or buying insurance. An...
by Alyssa Stevens | Nov 30, 2022 | All, Appraisal, Consignment
There are so many ways to express a love of music. Some people simply keep music on in the background all day or join a band with other music lovers. The most passionate music fans often take up more expensive pursuits, though — like collecting a vintage guitar. Most...
by Alyssa Stevens | Nov 29, 2022 | All, Appraisal, Estate Sale
The art business is not as regulated as many other industries. Anyone can call themselves an artist or art dealer and put whatever price they wish on a piece of art. One dealer might price a piece of art at $2,000 while another dealer prices it at $40,000. A...
