Understanding “Attributed,” “After,” and “Style & Manner” The Big Question Q: What are my chances of getting a painting authenticated or proving it’s really by the artist? A: Our chances of getting a painting authenticated are exceptionally close to ZERO. In the great majority of cases where art is being attributed, the seller making the […]
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What Are Book Plates? Book plates are pictures or illustrations printed on separate pages inside a book.They are not part of the main text, but they’re added (bound in) during the book’s production. These plates often include beautiful paintings, drawings, or photographs that bring extra value to the book. Why Book Plates Are Special Book
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Understanding Art Signatures Some limited-edition prints become more valuable when the artist signs them by hand.However, not every valuable print has a signature. It’s important to know the difference between a hand-signed print and a plate-signed print. Hand-Signed Prints A hand-signed print is when the artist personally signs their name with a pen or pencil,
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