How often do you need an appraisal?
Appraisal reports should be reviewed every 3 years to keep up with changes in valuation as a result of the fluctuating art market.
Should you go to an auction house for a free appraisal?
“Free appraisals” from auction houses are quick approximations of what the auction house estimates your art will sell for in their auction. This “appraisal” does not reflect how the art might sell at someone else’s auction or what the fair market value might be. This “appraisal” is not useful for insurance purposes, is not a …
What are the different types of art appraisals?
When seeking insurance coverage, insurance companies generally require documentation of the replacement value of the client’s collection. Appraisals are performed for the purposes of Estate Tax, Equitable Distribution and Damage and Loss. Learn more about the different types of apprasials here.
February 2019 Newsletter
Advising private collectors is one of our favorite endeavors at MKG and in our Winter newsletter, we feature one of our favorite projects! Plus, Art Collection Management in the Gulf Coast and our Watch List! Check it out…
Melissa Kepke Grobmyer Leads an Art Walk
Melissa Kepke Grobmyer was proud to lead an art walk during the 2018 Theta Charity Antiques Show. This is of the top charity antique shows in the country, exhibiting fine furniture and décor from a wide variety of design styles and time periods with proceeds benefiting deserving local charities.