Valora’s experience in valuation services is broad and deep. Fine art appraisals can be provided for a wide range of purposes as stated below.

Each appraisal report is subjected to a rigorous quality control process prior to delivery to the client. 

We work closely with each client to ensure appraisals are tailored to meet their needs.

• Estate Tax Appraisals are comprehensive and IRS-compliant for estate tax filing. Works exceeding a fair market value of $50,000 are reviewed by industry leaders on the IRS Art Advisory Panel.
• Insurance Appraisals reflect the cost of replacing a work of art after loss or damage. Changes in the market and collectors’ tastes warrant keeping appraisals up to date. A current appraisal can lower insurance premiums.
• Donation Appraisals are required by the IRS for objects exceeding $5,000 in value that are to be gifted to an institution or foundation.
• Equitable Distribution Appraisals support estate planning, partnership dissolution, divorce, and other needs for allocation of value.
• Damage & Loss Appraisals satisfy a homeowner’s burden of proof by determining Retail Replacement Value (RRV) before and after damage. These reports include condition analysis, conservator recommendations and quotes, and diminution in value due to damage and subsequent restoration.
• Mark-to-market appraisals for institutional or fund-owned portfolios of fine art.
• We offer a Virtual Appraisal option where clients can send object documentation and details to Valora by mail or direct upload. All information provided is treated as confidential.

The engagement of Valora Analytics LLC for fine art appraisals satisfies attorney, CPA, insurance company, and lender requirements for an independent opinion of value.

The standard turnaround time for delivery of a fine art appraisal is 10 business days or less. Expedited turns can be completed within 5 business days.