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The value of your painting

What is my artwork or painting worth?

Do you want to know how to determine the value of your painting or work of art? For a free estimate of the value of your painting, drawing, sculpture or other art object you can contact the specialized auctioneers of Kunstveiling. They will be happy to assist you with a realistic estimate of the value of your work of art and will do so entirely free of charge and without obligation. Below you can read more about how to determine the value of your painting or work of art.

How can I have the value of my painting estimated?

Let your painting be estimated by the experienced auctioneers of Kunstveiling. In three easy steps, submit a request online to have your painting or other work of art estimated:

Step 1: take clear and sharp photos of the artwork
Step 2: note down information about the artwork to be appraised, such as year, dimensions, provenance, defects, et cetera.
Step 3: make the request for an appraisal via appraisal request..

For an accurate evaluation of your request it is important to complete the above steps. You can read a detailed explanation on the page Auction Estimates.

Our experts will process your online request as soon as possible. You will receive a response by e-mail within two weeks. Please note that no rights can be derived from the estimate. You will not receive an estimate report for insurance purposes from us. Would you like to have more than 10 paintings or other art objects estimated? Then please contact us first to discuss the possibilities.

How do I determine the value of a painting?

Have the value of your painting estimated by the specialists at Kunstveiling. Our experts take a number of factors into account when it comes to estimating the value of your painting. The value of a painting is determined by supply and demand at a particular time through auctions and art dealers, among others. For a realistic estimate, recent auction results, the reputation of the artist but also the specific characteristics of your painting are considered. For example, if the painting is damaged, this often has a negative impact on the value compared to a painting that is in good condition. Also, the dimensions and the representation can affect the auction value assigned to your painting. Therefore, always make sure that your request for a valuation of your painting is as complete as possible.

A successful sale starts with a good opening bid

Do you want to sell a work of art? Then a good estimate of the value of the work of art is an important factor. An attractive opening bid that reflects the current art market increases your chances of a successful sale. But how do you determine a good opening or starting bid? What price should you think of when selling your painting? Kunstveiling will be happy to help you estimate the current auction value and advise you on the next steps.

Do I own a valuable painting?

It can be difficult to determine the value of a painting. Some of the things to look for are: the age, a signature, the materials used, the dimensions and any damage. To determine if you own a valuable painting, you can request a free, no-obligation value estimate online. Whether you have come across a painting while clearing out the attic, or if you have inherited a classic painting from your family, you can easily request a valuation at Kunstveiling without any obligation.

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