Art Appraisals in Los Angeles, CA

Professional fine art appraisals tailored for estate tax and planning, insurance purposes, damage or loss claims, charitable donations, equitable asset distribution, and assessing resale value.

We specialize in the appraisal of photography and postwar and contemporary art in the following categories:

  • Archives
  • New Media, Video, & Installation Art
  • Paintings
  • Photography – 20th & 21st Century
  • Prints & Multiples
  • Sculptures
  • Works on Paper

Appraisal Services

Insurance Coverage

Appraisals are vital for protecting your art investment. With art values fluctuating, updating insurance coverage every three years ensures adequate protection against damage or loss.

Estate Matters

For estate matters, appraisals determine fair market value for estate tax purposes and support estate planning by clarifying asset values for gifting, donations, or equitable distribution.

Damage or Loss

In cases of damage or loss, appraisals help restore the insured party’s pre-loss financial position by providing valuations such as replacement value, fair market value, or salvage value.

Asset Planning

When downsizing, selling assets, or evaluating an art collection, appraisals offer unbiased valuations to support informed decisions.

Equitable Distribution

Equitable distribution appraisals ensure fair allocation of assets in estate settlements, divorce, partnership dissolutions, or bankruptcy cases.

Charitable Donation

The IRS requires appraisals by a “qualified appraiser” for charitable donations over $5,000. These must meet specific guidelines, including submission of IRS Form 8283, to ensure the deduction is allowed.

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