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Antique Valuation Documents
Investment & Appraisal

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Clear, documented pricing and appraisal structures for our private acquisitions, restoration services, and white-glove deliveries.

Collector Programs

The Private Registry

Elevate your collecting experience. Gain priority access, complimentary appraisals, and dedicated curatorial support tailored to your acquisition volume.

Enthusiast

For budding collectors

$ 1,200 / year
  • 24-hour early access to new catalog arrivals.
  • 1 Complimentary digital appraisal annually.
  • Priority customer support routing.
  • Quarterly antique market trend reports.
Apply for Membership
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The Connoisseur

For active buyers

$ 3,500 / year
  • 72-hour early access to all acquisitions.
  • Dedicated personal curatorial advisor.
  • 3 Complimentary in-home appraisals annually.
  • Access to our global "Bespoke Sourcing" network.
  • 15% discount on all atelier restoration services.
Join The Connoisseur

Institution

For museums & estates

Custom / Retainer
  • Full-scale estate liquidation management.
  • Museum-grade provenance archival compilation.
  • White-glove, international secure logistics.
  • Direct line to Head Curator, Elias Vance.
Inquire Privately

Atelier Restoration Rates

Our restoration atelier operates on a strict tier system based on the level of intervention required. All work utilizes historically accurate methods.

Basic Restoration
Tier I

Sympathetic Touch-Up

Starting at $450 per piece

Designed for pieces in excellent structural condition that require minor aesthetic revitalization. We focus on preserving the original patina while stabilizing the finish.

  • Gentle surface cleaning
  • Hand-rubbed wax finish
  • Hardware polishing
  • Minor veneer fills
Request Tier I Assessment
Full Restoration
Tier II

Comprehensive Revival

Starting at $1,200 per piece

Required when a piece has suffered environmental damage, structural loosening, or previous improper restorations. This involves taking the piece down to its bare elements.

  • Full finish stripping
  • Joint re-gluing & doweling
  • Custom French polishing
  • Upholstery teardown
Request Tier II Assessment
Museum Grade Restoration
Tier III

Museum-Grade Rebuild

Consultation Required

Reserved for highly significant artifacts from the 18th century or earlier. We utilize only era-specific, historically documented adhesives, dyes, and organic fibers to recreate lost components.

  • Hide glue applications
  • Hand-carved replacement parts
  • Horsehair & coil spring seating
  • Full photographic documentation
Inquire with the Atelier
Professional Services

Appraisal & Valuation Fees

All appraisals are conducted by USPAP-compliant professionals. Fees are flat-rate or hourly, never based on a percentage of the item's final valuation value, ensuring complete objectivity.

Single Item Digital Valuation

$150 Flat Fee

A high-level review based on client-provided photographs and dimensions. Perfect for general market curiosity or pre-sale estimates.

Start Digital Review

In-Home Estate Appraisal

$300 / Hour

Physical inspection of items on-site. Necessary for insurance scheduling, tax documentation, or equitable distribution of estates.

Book On-Site Visit

Provenance Archival Research

$2,500 Starting

Deep historical research tracing an item's lineage through auction records, maker's marks, and historical registries to establish origin.

Request Archival Search

Authentication Certification

$500 Per Document

Formal, legally-binding documentation verifying the age, origin, and materials of an artifact, signed by our Head Curator.

Order Certificate
Ethical Valuation Guarantee

We strictly adhere to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP). We do not buy items we appraise to avoid conflicts of interest.

Read Appraisal Policy