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Antique Vase?
I have a purple vase that is about 2 feet tall, made of glass. It looks hand made. I wish I could take a picture. It sat on a millionaire's table for years... Is there any way that I can get an appraisal for free online? I probably have to have a pic....
I am sorry but you should get a photgraph of your vase.
It will help you greatly in identifying your piece and it's worth.
You can submit your photo and upload it for free at http://www.flickr.com/ site or at http://ww.photobucket.com/.
Here are some sites and link to antique glass for you to look through if you can see anything simular to your piece;
http://search.ebay.com/antique-art-glass-vase_W0QQfkrZ1QQfnuZ1
http://www.glasshound.com/Catalonian_glass_vase_260.html
http://brucepress.com/treasurethis/tr_glass_sold.html
http://www.allantiqueglass.com/view_item.php3?id=133501
http://www.dogpile.com/info.dogpl/search/web/antique%252Bpurple%252Bglass%252Bvase/1/-/1/-/-/-/1/-/-/-/1/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/417/top/-/-/-/1
You may also have a piece of Murano glass which can be worth quite a lot. Since you have stated that you obtained your piece from a wealthy individual it could be a piece
of Murano Glass.
Initially each piece that I owned came with the traditional Murano authenticity sticker and was signed (engraved) by the glass artist as well. Not any longer, although most of my pieces are from artisans in Murano and they are signed,
Some of my older pieces are before the artists were accustomed to signing their work.
You can do one of two things to determine if you have a Original Venetian Glass piece.
One, is study using the methods that I have given you below as well as going in person to examine Authentic pieces yourself.
Two, would be to take your glass to a reputable dealer who sells or is the intermediary for selling this glass. They usually do not have a problem in helping others in determing the Authenticity.
http://www.fossilfly.com/collecting_Murano_Glass.htm
Promovetro, the consortium of Glass Blowers in Venice is trying to stem the flood of counterfeit imports from Asia. New holographic stickers on the glass identifies which furnace made the item by using a numeric system. For more information on this initiative, visit their website for a list of member companies, and their identification numbers of each furnace. This new image is beginning to replace the gold foil oval "Made in Murano, Italy" familiar to so many.
Collecting Historic Murano Glass Many people purchase Murano glass for its aesthetic value, but also for its historical art significance.
During the 1950's and 1960'swhen Murano Art Glass was at its height, much of the glass from this era is sought after; especially from the more well know furnaces such as Venini. Many books address this type of Murano Glass, and it is typically sold by galleries.
In closing Murano glass collecting is a rewarding hobby, which can be passed on from generation to generation much like the techniques and traditions of the Muraro Masters.
If you have any questions about collecting Murano Glass or if you have a piece, contact the e-mail address below;
customercare@fossilfly.com
http://www.fossilfly.com/history_of_mura...
Learn as much as you can on the sites below.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/murano_glas...
http://www.studiosoft.it/muranotechnolog...
More for you to learn about Venetian Glass below;
http://www.muranonet.com/page.php?sid=85...
http://www.venetianglassart.com/...
http://www.royalartglass.com/venini.asp?...
http://www.artofvenice.com/
http://www.visionsofvenice.com/subcat.as...
http://www.muranonet.com/page.php?sid=85...
http://www.venetianglassart.com/...
http://www.royalartglass.com/venini.asp?...
http://www.artofvenice.com/
http://www.visionsofvenice.com/subcat.as...
Contact the sites listed below for a reputable appraiser;
http://antiques.about.com/od/onlineappra...
http://www.christies.com/appraisals_valu... One of The Best for items of huge value.
http://www.sothebys.com/ As this one is
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/igavel........ and this
http://www.vwart.com/Idem
http://www.findartinfo.com/
http://www.antiqueappraisals.net/......s... items
http://www3.sympatico.ca/appraisers/....... for sure for free
http://www.antiqueappraisals.net/..........
http://www.squeagle.com/
http://web.info.com/infocom.us2.enhance/...
http://www.agents8.info/collectables.htm...
OR:
Take your object to an appraiser, they can usually determine the age/period of the piece and the year it was made.
OR:
Frank Farmer Loomis is now online with a blog exploring the antiques universe, with tips, appraisals and more. Go to
www.middletownjournal.com/ antiques. If you have column questions, write to him at Middletown Journal, Attn: Frank Loomis IV, 52 S. Broad St., Middletown, Ohio, 45044 or e-mail MWallace@ coxohio.com
HOW TO LOCATE A REPUTABLE APPRAISER:
Gather referrals from friends and appraising associations.
Write to appraising associations and request their membership directories. Listed below are two of the largest appraising associations in the United States:
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF APPRAISERS
P.O. Box 17265
Washington, DC 20041
(800) 272-8258
APPRAISERS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA
386 Park Ave South - 20th Floor
New York, NY 10016
Phone: (212) 889-5404
Fax: (212) 889-5503
Web Site: www.appraisersassoc.org
Email: aaa1@rcn.com
ISA
INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF APPRAISERS
1131 SW 7th St #105
Renton, WA 98055
Toll Free: (888) 472-4732
Fax: (206) 241-0436
Web Site: www.isa-appraisers.org
Email: isa@isa-appraisers.org
SPECIAL NOTE: The American Society of Appraisers estimates that only 25 percent of the 120,000 appraisers in the United States belongs to one of the major evaluation societies. Such societies establish codes of ethics by which their members are required to adhere. In addition to a code of ethics, the appraisers are tested for their expertise.
OR:
Refer to the Yellow Pages in the Telephone Book under "Appraisers" of "Antique Dealers."
WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU LOCATE AN APPRAISER:
Review their credentials
Verify their membership to an appraising association
Request references
Determine appraisal fees
Request a written contract which outlines the following items:
The scope of work
The delivery date of the appraisal
The appraisal fee
The objective nature of appraisal findings
A statement that the appraiser cannot act as an advocate or negotiator in disputes over appraised goods.
If you have the time, you could also go to your local library and select a few different books. There are several available and you'll be able to compare information and prices.
Go to the book store in the antiques section. I often find books that help in identifying the piece, style and maker.
Hope this helped.
Cheers!