Auction House Material Provenance 
Antique Appraisers Auctioneers
DECEMBER 20, 2023
Other factors that influence the value include condition, size, and materials (for example, oil paintings are often more valuable than watercolours). The subject of the artworks or their provenance (previous ownership) can add significant value in some cases. Finally, the market will decide.
Invaluable
SEPTEMBER 4, 2024
Provenance and historical significance : The world’s most expensive watches often have a story to tell. It’s this price that can determine the final auction price, especially if the buyer has an affinity with the watch’s history. Rarity : Many luxury watches are made in limited quantities or feature unique materials.
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International Society of Appraisers
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
These trends are observed clearly in magazine displays, social media posts, and Pinterest, followed by changes in the direction of retail and auction house sales. Collectors look for rarity, an object's provenance, and the desire to add intrigue to a room. Even the Victorian settees and chaise lounge are making a comeback.
Invaluable
APRIL 3, 2024
In our experience, items with the most provenance are most sought after.” The destruction of many historic artifacts in the 1960s and 1970s paired with the overall delicacy of the materials means that well-preserved, authentic Chinese antiques are increasingly difficult to find. As awareness grows, the market becomes more competitive.
International Society of Appraisers
MARCH 14, 2025
high end, branded, celebrity provenance) is going to sell at a high-end international auction house like Christie’s. A collection of unbranded jewelry that has no celebrity provenance may sell at a local or regional auction house. What if your item contains intrinsic materials?
Drishti LLC Appraisers
FEBRUARY 25, 2021
While a CoA can be a valuable document, they are also a commonly forged document so we rely on further documentation of provenance – the paper trail of previous ownership or record of sale – and study of the artwork to prove authenticity. Similarly, auction houses are selective with the pieces they accept for auction.
Invaluable
AUGUST 28, 2024
With this Chinese ceramic material, doll makers could finally create intricately painted faces, lifelike features, and beautifully constructed clothing. Today, porcelain dolls’ worth depend on a variety of factors including age, condition, provenance, manufacturer and type, and the artistry of the creation. Auctioneers.
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