As part of a full contents report we prepared for a Thornhill client recently, we had the opportunity to conduct an antique furniture appraisal which included many fine antique pieces. Antique French marquetry inlaid bonheur du jour secretary desk Antique early 20th Century French marquetry inlaid Bonheur-du-Jour secretary desk, with galleried superstructure, the central door with inset handpainted porcelain plaque, on cabriole legs. Circa 1920 Antique Furniture Appraisal - A

As part of a general contents report we recently prepared for a Toronto Estate client, we had the opportunity to inspect and appraise a lovely pair of antique hand painted English Minton bone china cabinet vases. Pair of Minton (England) vases Pair of antique hand painted Minton (England) bone china slim neck cabinet vases approx. 22.2cm (8¾”) tall, with scrolling floral motifs on a cream ground, each with factory mark beneath circa 1873-1912 Antique Porcelain Appraisal - Min

We recently assisted a Toronto client seeking an insurance appraisal report for a family heirloom antique English secretary desk, in a very collected and sought after category known as 'Green Man' furniture. Antique English 'Green Man' desk Antique Appraisal - English Jacobean Revival carved oak slant front secretary desk, the sloped surface with interior drawers, including several with inner hidden posterior drawers, pigeon holes and retractable inner writing surface for wri

We recently assisted a North York client with a contents report in the settlement process of the estate of a family member. The home contained a quality mix of antiques, silverwares, original Fine Art and interesting collectables. Among the mix was a lovely original artwork by acclaimed Canadian artist Frederick Henry Brigden. Frederick Henry Brigden (1871-1956) Frederick Henry Brigden (1871-1956, Canadian) “Humber River, Newfoundland” Watercolours Titled on a label and dat

We recently assisted an estate client with the preparation of a written appraisal report of a selection of inherited artwork and jewellery. The package included a lovely original oil painting by well known early 20th Century Dutch artist Lodewijk Philippus Stutterheim. Lodewijk Philippus (Louis) Stutterheim Lodewijk Philippus (Louis) Stutterheim (1873-1943, Dutch) Victorian Beach Scene Oil on canvas. Signed lower left 31.1cm x 40.5cm (12¼” x 16”) Toronto Art Appraisal - Lo

A recent private Toronto client required an insurance appraisal report for some inherited artworks. Among them was this pair of signed silkscreens by famed Canadian Group of Seven artist A.J. Casson. Pair of A.J. Casson signed silkscreens Alfred Joseph Casson OC, RCA (1898-1992, Canadian) Frog on a Lilypad and Floral Blooms Pair of silkscreens Both are signed lower right Each 25.5cm x 21cm (10” x 8¼”) Both are accompanied by typed dedication cards, inscribed ‘With all good w

Toronto wristwatch appraisal - As part of an appraisal report we recently prepared for a Toronto Estate client, we had the pleasure to inspect and appraise several high value Swiss made wristwatches, including an elegant gent's vintage 18k gold Longines automatic, featuring a 25 jewel movement, circa 1977. Gent's 18k yellow gold Longines automatic wristwatch Man’s Longines (Swiss) automatic wristwatch, 25 jewel movement, ref. LG331 (serial #53514488), in 18k yellow gold squar

Toronto Antiques Appraisal - We recently had the opportunity and pleasure to work with a private Ontario client requiring written appraisals for an inherited collection of Fine Art and Antiques, including this lovely and well preserved antique English dessert set, complete with the original fitted wooden storage chest. Antique English boxed dessert set Antique Lee and Wigfull (Sheffield, England) 24 piece dessert service, complete for 12 persons, engraved decorated silverplat

Toronto Art Appraisal - We recently had the opportunity to work with a private Ontario client who inherited several rare and interesting original artworks, including this lovely original oil painting by famed French painter Gustave Vidal. Original oil painting by Gustave Vidal Gustave Vidal (1895-1966, French) “Church in Martigues” Oil on canvas Signed lower right Artist certification stamped on reverse Prov. T. Eaton Fine Art Galleries. Includes the original letter form reco

Group of Seven Original Artwork Appraisal - We recently had the opportunity to work with a private Ontario client who inherited several rare and interesting original artworks, including a polar bear study by famed Canadian Group of Seven artist Franz Johnson. This early work is extremely rare for its unique subject matter and exhibits stunning vibrancy of colours and its intricate detailing and it was a pleasure to inspect and complete the written report for our client. Fran

As part of a recent contents assessment for a Toronto estate client, we had the opportunity to complete an antique silver menorah appraisal. Our client's collection contained many exceptional items including this antique 800f German made oil burning Chanukah Menorah. Antique Silver Menorah Antique 800f silver Chanukah Menorah of 18th Century German form, oil burning, with repoussé decorated backplate surmounted by a central crown finial, with hinge lidded lion figurative oil

We recently met with an estate client to assess the contents of her father's condo, which included some very nice and interesting items requiring our examination and assessment, and the package included a Toronto Art Appraisal of unique originals including this bronze sculpture group by well known Canadian sculptor Siggy Puchta. Siegfried Rudolph (Siggy) Puchta (1933-2015, Canadian) Four Dancers Original bronze sculpture group of golden brown patina Artist studio sticker, num

Latest Client Review Latest Client Review - We met last week with a GTA client who is acting as executor in the resolution of her dad's estate. Our detailed and industry accredited report of the home's contents is a vital tool in navigating this process. We were pleased to assist and it was a pleasure working with her and her husband in this process. Whether you are working at settling an estate, or requiring assistance with a family law matter, or requiring a verifying rep

We recently assisted a Toronto Estate Client with a contents report for estate settlement purposes, which included a textile art appraisal of originals by well known Canadian artist Tamara Jaworska. Canadian Landscape by Tamara Jaworska Tamara Jaworska (1926-2015, Canadian) Canadian Landscape Original woven tapestry Signed lower right 60” x 52” Tamara Jaworska was one of the most significant fibre artists in Canadian history and an internationally celebrated master of Gobelin

We recently assisted a Toronto Estate client with the preparation of a modern art appraisal on some important original works by highly acclaimed artists. Included in this collection was this impressive sculpture by well known American sculptor Nancy Mee. Nancy Mee Glass Sculpture Nancy Mee (b.1951, American) “The Soul Shrouded in the Mist” Mixed media sculpture in fused and slumped glass and steel Signed and titled on the base Executed 2008 Approx. 10” x 22” x 7” With a pers

We recently assisted a Toronto Estate client with the preparation of a modern art appraisal on some important original works by highly acclaimed artists. Included in this collection was this impressive sculpture by Robert Downing Robert Downing Robert Downing (1935-2003, Canadian) Stellate Crystalline Form Abstract sculpture in acrylics, in clear, blue and green tones. Approx. 40” high, 42” wide, and mounted on a custom silver tone stand Robert Downing was one of the most in

As part of a contents appraisal we recently conducted for a Toronto client, we had the pleasure of inspecting and then preparing an antique Steinway and Sons (New York) Model D Concert Grand Piano Appraisal. Steinway & Sons (NY) Concert Grand Model D Steinway and Sons (New York) concert grand piano, Model D, in satin black finish. 107” depth The Steinway Model D concert grand piano stands as one of the most revered instruments in the world of music, a symbol of craftsmansh

We recently appraised a strong collection of Fine Art for a Toronto client who required a certified documentation of his collection for insurance purposes. This Toronto Art Appraisal included many outstanding pieces which we were very pleased to assist with. John Henry Yeend King John Henry Yeend King (1855-1924, British) A walk on the village path Oil on panel Signed lower right 10” x 14” John Henry Yeend King (1855–1924) was a British painter whose work captured the refine

We recently appraised a strong collection of Fine Art for a Toronto client who required a certified documentation of his collection for insurance purposes. This Toronto Art Appraisal included many outstanding pieces which we were very pleased to assist with. Predrag Pedja Milosavljevic Predrag Pedja Milosavljevic (1908-1987, Serbian) Still Life - Vase of Flowers on a Table Oil on canvas Signed and dated 1980 lower left 36” x 28½” Predrag Peđa Milosavljević stands as one of

We recently had the pleasure to conduct an antique furniture appraisal for insurance purposes for a local client. This superb cabinet is a treasured heirloom for his family and was crafted in the late 19th Century in India from solid teak wood, with detailing and craftsmanship which words cannot fully describe. Antique Anglo Indian two door wardrobe cabinet in carved teak Antique 19th Century Anglo-Indian carved teakwood wardrobe, the pair of arch top doors with let-in panel