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hello where or who could i get a valuation on some old oil paintings please, i live in brisbane . thank you

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This is a paid service and most museum curators will be uncomfortable giving you any answers.  Check the closet auctioneer that deals with artwork.  If you can't find one start contacting galleries to ask where you could find an appraiser.  An auctioneer will give you a lower price - but he is giving you the amount people will pay for something - that is something different than its value.  If it is for insurance reasons you will likely have to go to the certified appraiser.

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Tom Riddolls M.A.C.

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As a conservator my focus is on the preservation/care of art objects as opposed to their value. I may assist in the identification of materials used in art making and some of the techniques in traditional art production. Please do not ask me about non-traditional medias such as computer software used to create "modern art". My three areas of specialty are: -European painting and sculpture (1600-1800) -The artifacts and documents of United Empire Loyalist (1770-1850) -Classic Fishing tackle (1850-1960) anything outside these areas may receive vague answers that merely point you in a fruitful direction.

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I am a practising conservator and curator

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I have a Master's degree in Art Conservation

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