Minerva partners with a few firms assisting our clients with art appraisal and sales advisory services. Our partners' experienced team of specialists includes experts in all areas of fine and decorative art, jewelry, books and manuscripts, design, Asian art, stamps, coins, and other collectibles and personal property.

Appraisals

Our partners offer art appraisal services for a wide range of purposes, including:

• Estate Planning and Estate Tax
• Artists’ Estates and Blockage Discounts (Market Absorption Analyses for single artists or concentrated portfolios)
• Insurance Coverage
• Damage/Loss
• Charitable Donations
• Divorce and Equitable Distribution

Our partners’ appraisal reports are objective and confidential, fully compliant with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), and meet all IRS or CRA requirements. Each report is prepared by senior professionals and customized for its intended purpose to ensure the highest degree of accuracy and adherence to reporting standards.

Beyond Appraisals — Sales Advisory Support

In addition to formal appraisals, our partners also provide sales advisory services for clients seeking to buy or sell fine art and collectibles. Their seasoned team includes specialists across fine and decorative art, jewelry, books and manuscripts, design, Asian art, stamps, coins, and other personal property. Minerva Advisory adds intelligence for our family office, and UHNW clients by reviewing various regional to international auction houses such as Sothebys to Bonhams.

By combining deep market knowledge with appraisal expertise, they help clients:

• Position works for private sale or auction.
• Identify the most suitable sales channels to maximize value.
• Navigate negotiations with confidence and discretion.
• Assess liquidity options for collections or estates.

Whether for tax compliance, insurance protection, estate settlement, or market sale, our appraisal and advisory services deliver the clarity and confidence clients need to make informed decisions.