Personal Property Services
The team members at Emerald Art Services, LLC are your personal property experts!
We offer a wide range of services to satisfy your needs…
Object Identification, Inventory and Condition Reports: Pieces in your collection are identified, inventoried and readily apparent conditions are noted in a customized report. Detailed, item specific, condition reports can also be prepared. Home inventory as well as Fine Art and Wine database software is available that can be managed by you or our staff.
“Walk-Through” Consultation: Do you have a large amount of contents? Have you inherited and estate or collection? Set your mind at ease with what you have. Hidden treasures? You may never know. Schedule an appointment for me to conduct a walk-through to look for those hidden gems. We can then discuss how you would like to handle these items… from obtaining adequate insurance, to donation or liquidation.
Brokerage: Selling one item or an entire estate? With a few simple questions about what you would like to accomplish, your time-frame and the items themselves, we can present suitable venues for the liquidation of your possessions. We explain the process and work to see you get the maximum return you could expect to receive from the sale of your items.
Age in Place / Downsize Consulting: As we get older there is a greater need and desire to live in one’s own home and community safely, independently, and comfortably. This may involve downsizing your residence or liquidating certain assets. We can work with your CAPS professional to identify the personal property that would have value on the secondary market – Educate you on the secondary market – Propose options for the disposal of those assets – Identify what items would benefit from a personal property appraisal – Assist in prioritizing your next steps in the process. *This is not an appraisal function and no values will be provided.
What do you do with a house full of contents or inherited items?
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Litigation Consulting: Consultation in the early stages of trial preparation is most beneficial. We provide a range of litigation services supporting your legal counsel with the meaningful expertise necessary to solve your legal challenges. By choosing Emerald Art Services, LLC, we can;
- Identify case strengths and weaknesses
- Assist to sort, simplify and organize case information for the development of a compelling case theory
- Enhance the presentation of evidence and exhibits
- Examine special issues in the case
- Guide subsequent research
Insurance Coverage Reviews: Finding out that you are not covered or are under-insured for a loss is not a pleasant experience! Our strategic partner, Providence Insurance Services – 330-668-2417, can review your current coverage and make recommendations for adjustments in values and any gaps in coverage on personal property, artwork and wine cellars.
Security and Risk Surveys: Collections should be protected, not only from theft and vandalism, but from other environmental, natural and man-made hazards. The Heritage Health Index found that over 50% of collecting institutions have had their collections damaged by light or moisture. Excessive UV light, humidity, heat, cold, tornadoes, floods, poorly maintained HVAC systems and building design can all affect the integrity of your artwork or wine cellar. Our written survey will include both favorable and adverse conditions, along with recommendations for corrective action. We are excited to now offer Art Guard® security products. Art guard products provide unparalleled around-the-clock protection to individual objects, whether perimeter/intrusion security is on or off, to allow for the daily activities of an office or home’s residents, staff, workers and guests.
Provenance and Authentication: Provenance (ownership history) plays an important part in authentication. As a standard practice, provenance is investigated and reported in all of our appraisals. You may also need an authenticator. Authentication (determination that the work is by the artists’ hand) is investigated as far as “readily apparent identity” will permit. Further authenticity investigation is particularly necessary when dealing with high value works and works where the artist is known to have been copied or forged. Authenticity investigations can be quite costly and will be discussed with, and approved, by the owner prior to undertaking this additional expense.
Disaster Planning: Special consideration is required to ensure that you are prepared for a catastrophic event that effects your art and wine collections. The Heritage Health Index reported that more than 80% of collecting institutions do not have a disaster plan that can be executed by trained staff. These collections have there own unique steps to triage and mitigation of the damage. As with machinery & equipment, specialized “pack-out” materials, movers and restoration experts are often needed to properly recover and protect these items. We can integrate a collection specific plan into your existing business continuity plan, or assist you in developing a stand-alone plan for your individual collection.
Art Moving – Crating & Storage: Successful art storage requires that the temperature and humidity of the storage space be monitored. Works of art that are made with fragile or delicate mediums and supports, such as oil paintings, works on paper, textiles, metals or wood, require climate controlled storage rooms. The conditions in these rooms require strict surveillance and continuous monitoring for consistent temperature and humidity levels. Non-climate controlled rooms are also available and are designed to store works made with more durable materials such as marble. Moving, crating and storage space in the Cleveland area can be arraigned directly through our team member: Wood-Lee International Art Handler @ 866-892-7619.
Coaching: ~~~~Ever had “One of Those Days”~~~~
How well did you perform that day?
Artists have “Those Days” too. Not every work by an artist is their best. Can you tell the difference? From your personal or corporate preferences and objectives, to market factors, negotiating skills and budget, we help the individual and corporate collector through the maze of elements necessary to make informed decisions regarding the purchase of your first piece of art or adding to your existing art collection.
REMEMBER:
Your involvement is essential in developing a successful collecting strategy.
Public Speaking: Are you looking for a speaker for your next group meeting or training seminar? Topics include: Art and Collecting, Wine and Wine Tastings, The Appraisal Profession and Downsizing your personal property. I have presented to Senior Groups, Insurance Professionals, Claims Departments and Financial Planners to name a few. Call to discuss your needs for a function specific presentation.
Contact: Emerald Art Services, LLC to schedule a free phone consultation.