Appraisals AJ Casson, Alex Colville, AY Jackson

Q: What is a professional fine art appraisal?

A: A professional appraisal an opinion of value numerically expressed as a specific amount and is performed by a qualified appraiser. Appraisals are formal documents that are used for insurance, estate planning, charitable giving, and resale. Learn more about our appraisal process. →

Q: Are your appraisals accepted by Canadian insurers, banks, government agencies, lawyers, CCPERB and the CRA?

A: Yes. Our appraisal reports are written to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and are accepted by professional service providers including insurance companies, banks, wealth management advisors, and estate and litigation lawyers. Our appraisal reports are also accepted by government agencies including CCPERB and the Canada Revenue Agency.

Q: How much does an art appraisal cost?

A: For appraisal reports, our fees depend on the type of valuation required, number of objects, number of creators and/or the complexity of the creator, location of the objects and travel time for the inspection. Artwork can, in some circumstances, be brought to our office or the inspection conducted using photographs; each appraisal is unique. Our fees are based on the time it takes to conduct the required evaluation, access necessary research, analyze the market and create the written report; they are not tied to the value of the object(s). Request a quote. →

Q: Do you authenticate artwork?

A: No. Qualified appraisers do not authenticate artwork or issue certificates of authentication. While part of fine art advisory and appraisal services can encompass an authentication process, presenting an opinion on authenticity is not part of an appraisal. An appraiser offers an opinion of value – but not an opinion on authenticity. But there is an important relationship between the two. Learn more about opinions of value versus opinions on authenticity in an article we published. →

Artists’ Legacies Group of Seven, Banksy, Jack Bush

Q: What is included in artists’ legacy services?

A: We provide to artists or their family members expert guidance, practical support, and a long-term vision for the preservation of artistic works rooted in professionalism, discretion, and deep knowledge of the art world. Explore artists’ legacy planning. →

Q: Can you manage an artist’s estate or collection?

A: Yes. We work with established artists, artists’ estates and/or families, lawyers, and executors to manage estates and collections professionally.

Collections Management Emily Carr, Chagall, Picasso

Q: What is included in collections management services?

A: We offer cataloging, condition reporting, conservation guidance, storage advice, and more. Explore collections management. →

Q: Can you manage an artist’s estate or inherited art collection?

A: Yes. We work with heirs, lawyers, and executors to organize and document estates professionally. Other services include sales, donations, exhibition planning and museum partnerships.

Selling Art Wanda Koop, Maud Lewis, Tom Thomson

Q: Do you represent clients in selling artwork?

A: Yes. We assist with private sales, auction placements, and collector outreach to ensure the best results.

Q: How do you sell my artwork?

A: At Fine Art Appraisal and Services, we have a developed global sales network. We offer market research and create a sales strategy that works for our clients. For some artworks, we also offer sales of artwork on consignment on our curated online platform, Wall Fiction. Visit Wall Fiction. →

Donating Art AGO, NGC, WAG, IMC, CCPERB, MMFA

Q: Can you help with artwork donations to museums and registered charities?

A: Yes. We assist with applications for Cultural Property certifications and work closely with Canadian and American institutions. Finding new homes for artwork is important and we work with numerous registered charities to place fine art through donation. Contact us to learn more. →

Regions Served

Q: Do you work with clients across Canada?

A: Yes. We serve clients across Canada, United States, UK and Europe. In the Greater Toronto Area and Ontario, we’ll work with clients in Toronto, Oakville, Mississauga, Milton, Peterborough, Barrie, Guelph, Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Niagara, Hamilton, Ajax, Pickering, Whitby, Uxbridge, Caledon, Aurora, Markham, Newmarket, Thornhill and Richmond Hill. Also in Ontario, we work in Ottawa, London, Windsor, Leamington, Muskoka, Kingston, Sudbury and North Bay. In Canada, we have clients in Vancouver, Victoria, Calgary, Edmonton, Banff, Canmore, Regina, Winnipeg, Montreal and Halifax. In the United States, UK and Europe, we have clients in New York, Florida, California and London, UK. Contact us about appraisal and other fine art-related services. →

Fine Art Specialties Andy Warhol, David Hockney,

Q: What categories of fine art and collectibles do you appraise and manage?

A: We hold extensive knowledge in numerous categories of fine art and collectibles including Old Master Art, Impressionist Art, Modern Art, Contemporary Art, Ultra-Contemporary Art, Canadian Indigenous Art, Canadian, American & European Fine Art, Photography, Painting, Prints, Sculpture, Audiovisual & Digital Art, Archival Collections, and Decorative Arts and Collectibles. Contact us directly about these fine art and archival services. →

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