How much should an art appraisal cost?

Art appraisal pricing depends on the scope of work, intended use, and number of artworks being appraised. For a single artwork, fees typically start at $295, with most standard assignments falling within a $595 to $2,000 range based on complexity, artist market, and research depth.

Pricing generally breaks down as follows:

• Standard artwork appraisals start at $295 for common purposes such as insurance coverage, personal use, or estate distribution
• Advanced artwork appraisals start at $395 when IRS qualification, charitable donations, estate tax, divorce, or legal use is required
• Small collections (around 10 works) typically range from $2,200 to $15,000, with consolidated reporting and collection-level analysis
• Large collections (50+ works) often range from $12,000 to $25,000+, reflecting discounted volume pricing and streamlined reporting

Fees are fixed and scope-based, not tied to the value of the artwork. Final pricing is confirmed after reviewing the collection and documentation.

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