This is a professional appraisal report, provided upon request. In this report, I researched and interpreted information provided by the requester. The appraisal report contains different sections to complete the description, identification, and appraisal of this artwork ( ). Extra information like where the painting came from, who painted it, what style it is, when it was made, how it was valued (Mark to Market Valuation), and where to sell it.
This report is designed to give you an appraisal value for the artwork you own, whether it is a painting, sculpture, or another type of art. The information provided will help you to understand your piece and its value. I use the world reserve currency (US dollars) to appraise each piece. The selection aims to avoid currency risk variations that could affect appraisals over time. This report is not intended to encourage you to sell this piece; rather, it aims to provide information on your art’s value so that you know what steps to take if you do wish to sell.
Description, research, and provenance of
Identification with Artificial Intelligence
I have used Image search, a process where the artificial intelligence (AI) will look through a database of images and attempt to find ones that match the seed image. This can be done by using various algorithms, including pattern recognition and machine learning.
The results of the automatic recognition are not conclusive. If a match is found, it will be shown below:
What specific information can we obtain from this test?
The frontal artwork picture is different to any of the previous results. We can confirm this is an original scene and not a copy or reproduction because no other paintings have been created with identical content as what’s shown in our selection. This artwork is catalogued as an original scene and original artwork. Even though some of the results may show similarities, I came to the conclusion that they are too vague to be considered relevant.
The sculpture has been identified in the description.
Artist: Lila Katzen, Title: “Prince of Fire”.
Lila Katzen (30 December 1925, in Brooklyn, NY – 20 September 1998, in New York, NY), born Lila Pell, was an American sculptor of fluid, large-scale metal abstractions. You can find her biography here.
What is the age of this artwork?
I concluded the sculpture is recent, it was made circa the late 20th century.
Who has made this artwork?
Lila Katzen
(1932-1998)
The artist has already been identified.
Medium, frame construction, style, and frame
After doing some research, I found that the style of this sculpture is identical to that of other pieces created by Lila Katzen. Katzen was born in New York City in 1932 and died in 1998. She studied at the Cooper Union School of Art and the Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture. Her work has been shown in numerous solo and group exhibitions in the United States and abroad, including at the Brooklyn Museum, the Whitney Museum of American Art, and the Smithsonian Institution. In addition, her work is included in many public and private collections, such as the Museum of Modern Art, the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, and the National Gallery of Art. Given her background and training, it is not surprising that her work exhibits a high level of technical mastery. What is more impressive, however, is her ability to infuse her sculptures with a sense of emotional expressiveness. Each of her pieces seems to convey a deep feeling or mood, whether it be one of quietly contemplative reflection or playful exuberance. In either case, her sculptures provide viewers with a rich and stimulating visual experience.
For this sculpture, I don’t have any doubt that the sculpture is an original artwork by Lila Katzen.
Conclusion
I find that the quality of this sculpture is exceptional. The artist has managed to capture the movement and energy of the subject perfectly, and the finishing touches are something that I have never seen before. The piece looks like it was carved from a single block of marble, and the detail is incredible. I can’t imagine how long it must have taken to create something like this. It’s truly a work of art.
I would encourage anyone interested in purchasing this artwork to do so quickly, as it is likely to become more valuable over time. paintings of this quality are becoming increasingly rare, so it is a good investment.
: Final Appraisal Value ($)
200,000$
Appraisal Report made by:
Andrés Gómez
BSc, MSc, Expert Art Appraiser
10+ years of experience in Online Art Appraisals
100k+ Customers Served
Antique Store Owner
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How to sell it
Antiques, art, and other collectibles are difficult items to sell online. This can take a lot of time. Be patient, but also make sure that the price you are asking for is the right one for your pieces of art. Consider the following tips on how to sell antiques and collectibles online: These tips will help maximize the price of your antique or collectible.
I would recommend selling it online. There are many ways to do this. For instance, Post an ad on Craigslist. Use eBay to sell antiques online. Post a listing on the Etsy marketplace. Sell with direct messages using Instagram. You can create a website using Squarespace or WordPress. Use Shopify to sell via a website, POS and social channels. List your items on Bonanza.com, Facebook Marketplaces, or Amazon Marketplaces. If you don’t have time, I would recommend starting with Facebook, Etsy, and Amazon.
The key to selling antiques online is to let potential customers know that you know what you are talking about. It’s much more difficult to sell something when the potential buyer can’t be sure it’s authentic. Sellers should use a well-thought out descriptive guide like this one. A good lead generation service should be helpful in establishing these relationships with online buyers, and an effective way to do this is through classified ads. If a buyer asks for more information, giving them some valuable facts well ahead of time will get you more sales because your reputation will increase and real customers are the ones who ask for more details.
In order to sell your antiques online, you will need to create a profile on the relevant forum (Etsy, Amazon, and FB). Make sure you add a high-resolution image of the product (include at least 3 detailed photos) and add some text. The text should be informative and straight to the point; nothing fancy or fluffy.
Asking price is a big factor in selling your antique. If your asking price is too high (fancy company stickers, missing parts, or chipped paint), you are unlikely to get many bids. If the asking price is too low, it will cost you money for repairs, shipping, and insurance. As a general rule, I would recommend setting an asking price that is 80% of the value of this report, so you will make the listing attractive from the beginning.
About the valuation method
I have considered the results from past auction sales to value this item. Keep in mind that the final price can be different from the asking price that you can find on the internet. You can see ads on the internet with different asking prices. However, a very high asking price doesn’t normally generate cash from a buyer.
That’s why our method comprises searching and comparing similar past sale results that had a buyer. That’s why we can provide an accurate estimation of this item.
For art pieces, remember that it isn’t the same as a print, a limited edition print, or an original art piece. If the artist can’t be found, the painting’s value is based on its quality and how interested the market might be in it.
To value this item, I have considered the results from past auction sales. Keep in mind that the final price can be different from the asking price that you can find on the internet. You can see ads on the internet with different asking prices. However, a very high asking price doesn’t normally generate cash from a buyer. That’s why our method comprises searching and comparing similar past sale results that had a buyer. That’s why we can provide an accurate estimation of this item.
Trying to determine the likely interests and tastes of a broad market can be tricky. You might not think collectors would be interested in works by a lesser-known artist, but they might be more interested than you think. You can’t know for sure without doing some market research. The same is true for artists whose work is in major museums or galleries but does not command high prices at auction or from dealers. Do not confuse the print with the original limited edition. Be aware that the value of a piece of art is linked to the artist’s name and reputation. The work’s quality and how interesting it might be are also important parts of its evaluation.
Quality art can be a good investment, but a large print or lithograph might not be as valuable. There are many different kinds of prints. Original works of art are worth the most, followed by limited edition prints, which can only be made in a certain number.
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