Ideally the customer will have the name of the artist that did the painting. Sometimes customers cannot find a name on the painting and this makes the research process difficult. You may want to try checking various signature and monogram books. It is also important to differentiate between a painting, print, etching etc. In all instances we provide a discretionary caution that we cannot give appraisals, but we have resources for research.
Searching for work by the artist that has recently sold at auction will help determine a relative value for the work. Some suggested books and Web sites include:
Davenport’s Art Reference and Price Guide - Price listings of works of art that have sold at auction houses in America and Europe.
Gordon’s Print Price Annual - Fine art prints.
Artnet Auctions
AskArt - American Artists
You may also want to recommend that the customer contact an appraiser. In all cases, it assumed that these professionals will impose a service fee.
How to Find an Appraiser Fine Arts and Music Show-me guide, requires flash
American Society of Appraisers
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