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The Importance of Contemporary Art Appraisals

Art Appraisal Resources

An appraisal performed by a certified art appraiser helps the purchaser gauge the artwork's fair market value and authenticity before finalizing the acquisition. In legal disputes, such as art ownership conflicts or divorce settlements, an appraisal can provide an unbiased assessment of the artwork's value and authenticity.

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The Story Behind an Epic Lincoln Collection

WorthPoint

At the time, the price for the entire collection was $23 million, and the foundation had to take a bank loan, with the collection as collateral, to complete the purchase. In 2019, a comprehensive study , including a series of tests, found no evidence to prove the hat’s authenticity.