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Experienced in selling, appraising and judging authenticity of signed original prints and unique works of fine art. Concentration on Rembrandt etchings; Picasso; Miro; Durer woodcuts; Marc Chagall lithographs; Bruegel; Renoir etchings; Calder lithographs; Toulouse Lautrec lithographs; Vasarely; Warhol silk screens; Henry Moore sculptures; Edgar Degas drawings.

Understanding fine art requires one to utilize as many sources as possible. These Pablo Picasso ceramics, lithographs and etchings have several catalog sources to cite authenticity of these modern works. Rembrandt etchings are 400 year old works usually depicting historical or biblical events, and are often seen in a connoisseur's collection due to the complexity of their documentation. Every fine art collector should aspire to learn as much as possible about the artist and the piece before purchasing.

There are many free sources for all types of artists, from Old Masters like Bruegel to Contemporary Masters like Vasarely. Fine art catalogs are very expensive, but collectors can use the internet, galleries, auction houses, and especially knowledgeable private dealers to learn more about works they wish to acquire or sell. And that is why I am here: to help you learn more about the exciting world of fine art.

This fine art investment video explains the status of the art market.

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Judging authenticity, appraisal, gallery, dealer, fine art investments

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Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Sonoma State University

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Fine Art - Renoir painting, Little Irene

Expert: Andrew Evans - 10/28/2009

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QUESTION: I have a print of Little Irene. I was just curious to if it has any value. Its in great condition. It has a signature at the top of it.
IMAGE: Renoir Little Irene

ANSWER: Hi Clint, can you please give me the exact dimensions of the work. This will help in comparing your piece to various Renoir catalogue raisonnes. And it looks unsigned. Is this correct?

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QUESTION: The dimensions of the painting are 18 X 24. Also it is signed. I have a picture of the signature.

Answer
Dear Clint,

The Renoir painting, Little Irene, is a unique original painting, worth millions of dollars. To the best of my knowledge, there are no prints of this work hand-signed by Renoir. The copy you have is most likely made after Renoir's death and not affiliated with the artist. To compare, you can take a look at the signatures on these Renoir prints http://www.masterworksfineart.com/inventory/renoir . Authentic Renoir prints are very collectible in the fine art market.

If you would like a more definite appraisal of the work, I suggest trying Christies auction house http://www.christies.com .

Sincerely,

Andrew Evans

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