Qualified Chinese Art Appraiser
Making an appraisal decision based on limited information is hard but necessary. A value estimate based on facts and evidece prepared by a qualified art professional helps you achieve your goal with knowledge & confidence.
Considering a 3-step-approach (Preview, inspection & appraisal) to appraisal is cost effective. Preview identifies the artwork, its artist & artistic merit. It judges whether the subject property merits an appraisal or not. Inspection verifies value indicators or assess the quality of your property for appraisal. Rarity, craftsmanship, condition, date of creation, provenance, and visual appeal all contribute to value. Appraisal helps you understand the nature of your property and its monetary potential.
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Suggestions for Selling Art Work
Knowledge, persistence and patience sell art. Selling art is daunting & complicated. Before you approach the market, preparing yourself and your property for sale is crucial.
- Be realistic. Receiving higher or lower offers is normal. Rejection is part of the game.
- Be diligent. Finding the most appropriate market for your property forms the base for a successful sale. For example, 1st-tier auction house market (Christie's & Sotheby's) is not suitable for selling property of an average quality, since these agents aim for high-end desirables & higher profit.
- Be Insightful. Knowledge of the advantages and disadvantages of your chosen market and the strength and weakness of your sales agent prepares you for the market uncertainties. Regional auction houses usually have limited market exposure, resources, and less privileged clientele, often resulting in low estimates of the market confidence, unpredictable offers or no offer.
- Be Investigative. Understanding the marketing strategies of your representing agent (auction house, dealer or sales agent) and its expertise or sales experience on your type of property enforces a proper representation and a fair sales result.
An up-to-date appraisal may meet your desir for a good presentation. If you have an appraisal of 3-5 years old or older, having the appraisal reviewed by a qualified art appraiser or conducting some research on your own is recommended. Educating yourself about the changed market or possessing the most up-to-date sales information on your art work prior to entering the market, have impact on the final sale. Having realistic expectations from the sale is also wise.
Don’t underestimate the potential of an effective online sale. It is a tested marketing strategy. Art sales statistics indicate that art works under $50,000 are appropriate for online sale. Sometimes, posting art work at a popular online sales venue might be more profitable than consigning it to auction houses or dealers, considering the commissions and fees charged via a consignment.
Build a Strong Chinese Art with a Defined Theme Collection
A well-documented Chinese art collection helps establish the standing of your collection among the best. A clearly-defined art collection says a lot about you -- your personal quality, aesthetic taste and financial strength. A collector who collects everything without scrutiny establishes a weak collection. Be focused and be narrow go a long way.
Hiring a professional to help you with your collection is wise. A qualified expert would help you understand Chinese art traditions, techniques & aesthetics. If you need some profesional guidance on how to evaluate your Chinese art collection, please please Contact Dr. Wei Yang for assistance.From the perspective of a Chinese art historian, Dr. Wei Yang (Ph.D. in Chinese art) will serve as your expert eye on the collectibility of your Chinese art works, current market trends and the potentials of less known artists.
Dr. Yang offers the following consultation services:
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Research & Prepare a well-researched catalog.
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Identify and document your Chinese art works by following the museum identication standards.
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Organize your art records (publication-- exhibition catalog, articles, books, etc.)
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Document provenance, such as purchase information (original sales receipts, notes, photo with the artist, research previous owner, biography of artist etc.
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Prepare an appraisal for insurance purposes.
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Advise owners on how to handle your art works with care in terms of storage and air circulation.
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Recommend adequate professional solutions if your art work suffers any physical damage or deterioration.
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How to Order Art Consultation Services
1.Contact Us with your questions. Please send Dr. Wei Yang visual materials and provenance evidence you may have about the art object or artist in question. Dr. Yang will make a proposal (consulting fees, scope of work, payment structure, and completion schedule).
2. Be specific about your needs. (For example, "Deciphering an artist's signature or a seal.," or "Brief biographical information about the artist.") A detailed request will be very helpful.
3. Pay Consulting fees: If Dr. Yang's proposal is acceptable, please follow the instruction to initiate her services with a retainer check made out to WEI YANG, 274 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ 08540 to engage her services.
4. Receive Information: Once the final balance is paid in full, your requested information will be sent to you via either e-mail or USPS depending on our agreement.
