Flogging a painting
So, I have an oil that I want to sell. Long story, but I would rather have the cash than the painting. It isn't Sotherby's/Christie's type quality, just an early to mid 19th century, large, unsigned (as far as I can see) marine painting of some ships messing about off what appears to be the south coast of England.
Has anyone here ever unloaded a painting in the U.S? And if so, did it go by auction or a straight sale? I know I could pay to get an appraiser in, but looking for some general experience from others since I'm sure they aren't cheap and I don't think I've got a fortune wrapped up in this painting, exactly. Any experience anyone? |
Re: Flogging a painting
Originally Posted by Lion in Winter
(Post 9983966)
So, I have an oil that I want to sell. Long story, but I would rather have the cash than the painting. It isn't Sotherby's/Christie's type quality, just an early to mid 19th century, large, unsigned (as far as I can see) marine painting of some ships messing about off what appears to be the south coast of England.
Has anyone here ever unloaded a painting in the U.S? And if so, did it go by auction or a straight sale? I know I could pay to get an appraiser in, but looking for some general experience from others since I'm sure they aren't cheap and I don't think I've got a fortune wrapped up in this painting, exactly. Any experience anyone? |
Re: Flogging a painting
Originally Posted by Lion in Winter
(Post 9983966)
So, I have an oil that I want to sell. Long story, but I would rather have the cash than the painting. It isn't Sotherby's/Christie's type quality, just an early to mid 19th century, large, unsigned (as far as I can see) marine painting of some ships messing about off what appears to be the south coast of England.
Has anyone here ever unloaded a painting in the U.S? And if so, did it go by auction or a straight sale? I know I could pay to get an appraiser in, but looking for some general experience from others since I'm sure they aren't cheap and I don't think I've got a fortune wrapped up in this painting, exactly. Any experience anyone? The other option is a consignment store that specializes in art (some galleries will do this too) but, if you don't know what it's worth, it will be hard to set a price. |
Re: Flogging a painting
Originally Posted by Sugarmooma
(Post 9984117)
Two words.....Antique Roadshow;):rofl:
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Re: Flogging a painting
Originally Posted by Philgr
(Post 9984121)
Call your local auction house - they should be able to tell you what they think they would get for it. Of course, if you sell it at auction there are no guarantees and most auctioneers are reluctant to accept items with a reserve but once they have given you an estimate you can decide whether you want to risk it or not.
The other option is a consignment store that specializes in art (some galleries will do this too) but, if you don't know what it's worth, it will be hard to set a price. I will just have to try harder at finding an appropriate auctioneer, or even marine art specialist of some kind. Auction houses take a pretty fat cut, too. |
Re: Flogging a painting
Call your local art museum they may be able to recommend appraisers or galleries or dealers or have someone on staff who can help.
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Re: Flogging a painting
Originally Posted by Sugarmooma
(Post 9984117)
Two words.....Antique Roadshow;):rofl:
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Re: Flogging a painting
Originally Posted by Cape Blue
(Post 9984420)
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Re: Flogging a painting
Originally Posted by Sally Redux
(Post 9985759)
They always seem to be worth a bomb on the Antiques Roadshow - I think you should get it appraised LIW in case it turns up on the show later and you're kicking yourself!
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Re: Flogging a painting
Originally Posted by sir_eccles
(Post 9984319)
Call your local art museum they may be able to recommend appraisers or galleries or dealers or have someone on staff who can help.
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