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

A recent contents report for an estate client included a selection collector grade expressions requiring a rare scotch whisky appraisal. Rare Scotch Whisky Appraisal Sealed bottle of 1974 Signatory Vintage Benrinnes 21 year single malt Highland scotch whisky, distilled 18.3.74, bottled 6.94, cask number 2576, bottle # 175/312. In the original hinged fitted presentation box. 70cl, 53.5% ABV. High-neck fill level Rare Scotch Whisky Appraisal Signatory Vintage occupies a centra

A local client recently came into our offices requiring an antique Rolex appraisal for insurance purposes. The rare 1920's timepiece is a precious family heirloom which originally belonged to her grandfather. Man's 1920's Rolex Antique man’s Rolex (Swiss) octagonal cased Oyster wristwatch, ref. 2136, circa 1928, in 375f yellow gold case, 32mm. Manual wind, combined analog/ Roman numeral gold tone dial, 17j ruby movement, second hand dial, screw back, on a black leather strap

We recently had the opportunity and pleasure to complete an artwork appraisal of a rare piece for a local client. The original watercolour is rare, highly emotive, technically excellent and of high value. It was executed in the early 20th Century by highly respected British artist Harold Copping (1863-1932). Harold Copping original Watercolour Harold Copping (1863-1932, British) “P.T.T. No. 33, Finding of the Book, Ref. No. 2 Kings XXII.8” Original watercolour on paper, la

As part of an art collection appraisal which we recently completed for a downtown Toronto estate client, we had the pleasure to inspect and appraise several large originals by well known and highly collected American Western Frontier artist Fred Oldfield (1918-2017). Native Village Scene. Oil on canvas. 30" x 40" Fred Oldfield was a celebrated American painter whose work vividly captured the spirit, history, and daily life of the American West. Known for his expressive brushw

As part of a recent home contents report for estate probate, we worked with one of our private clients who is acting as executor for her parents' estate. The estate included many interesting and fine objects, and included the requirement for an antique Mehlem Bonn porcelain appraisal. Antique Franz Anton Mehlem Bonn ewer Antique Mehlem Bonn porcelain appraisal Antique Franz Anton Mehlem (Bonn, Germany) handpainted fine porcelain ornamental ewer with handle, with polychrome f

We recently conducted a full contents report for one of our private clients, who is acting as Executor for her parents' estate. The contents contained many interesting items, and included the requirement for an antique Royal Worcester appraisal. This late 19th century matching pair are exceptionally rare and represent a superb example of the early work of this highly respected and revered maker of fine antique English porcelain. Pair of George Grainger Royal Worcester pheas

A recent Belleville area client required our written appraisal report for insurance for his art collection. He had many fine and historical pieces including this very unusual Frederick Arthur Verner oil painting of a freshly caught gamefish on a shore. Frederick Arthur Verner oil painting Frederick Arthur Verner OSA, ARCA (1836-1928, Canadian) Salmon on a shore Oil on paper, laid on board Signed lower left 27.9cm x 53.3cm (11” x 21”) Art Appraisal We recently prepared a writ

A recent Belleville area client required an insurance appraisal report for his fine art collection. He had numerous high value and fine pieces by highly sought after and rare artists, including an original by highly acclaimed American 19th Century Naturalist painter, Samuel A. Kilbourne. Samuel A. Kilbourne oil painting on canvas Samuel A. Kilbourne (1836-1881, American) Trout on the bank Oil on canvas Signed and dated March 30th, 1879 lower left 15.2cm x 31.8cm (6” x 12½”)

As part of a contents appraisal we prepared for an estate resolution file for a client in the Caledon, Ontario area, we conducted an antique furniture appraisal of a quality and well preserved mid 19th Century Victorian credenza, embellished with applied porcelain ornamental plaque fronted door, fine marquetry inlays and curved glass display sides. Victorian burl walnut D-shaped credenza Antique Victorian burl walnut D-shaped credenza, with marquetry and line inlays, the cent

Inuit Art Appraisal - We recently had the pleasure to inspect and appraise a rare collection of Inuit Art for a Georgian Bay area client. Her collection included an exceptionally impressive and rare carving in narwhal tusk and soapstone, by well known Pangnirtung artist Jacoposee Tiglik. Totem by Jacoposee Tiglik in carved Narwhal tusk and soapstone Jacoposee Tiglik (b.1952, Pangnirtung) Narwhal School Totem Carved narwhal tusk with carved soapstone crest of a bird’s head,