How do you tell if a watercolor painting is an original?
— An original watercolor will have a rough surface when looked at from an angle; a reproduction will have a flat and even surface. — An original oil painting on canvas mounted on stretcher bars will have a rough and uneven paint edge on the sides of the canvas where the viewer usually does not look.
How do you tell the difference between a Watercolour and a print?
A water color will be on different paper than a print and have more of a flat finish to it unless the artist sprayed a fixitive on it. Turning it at an angle in the light might show very light brush work. Also a water color will usually be in a frame with glass or plexi to protect it.
How to get an appraisal for your artwork?
To submit an online art appraisal, please fill in the form below. Our specialists will appraise your work and respond to your query within 3 – 7 days. If you have any problems submitting your artwork online, please telephone us on 03 9832 8700 during business hours and we can talk you through the process.
How long does it take to get an appraisal from Menzies Art Brands?
Our specialists will appraise your work and respond to your query within 3 – 5 days. You should receive a confirmation email a few minutes after your form has been submitted. If you have any problems submitting your artwork online, please telephone us on 03 9832 8700 during business hours and we can talk you through the process.
When did Gustave Moreau sell his painting Helene?
Gustave Moreau, Hélène. Sold for £513,000 at Sotheby’s London. When the most recent Moreau catalogue raisonné was published in 1998, this painting was recorded as lost. In 2017 it reappeared at Sotheby’s, offered for sale by a French private collector.
Where can I get an art appraisal in Melbourne?
Our art specialists are available at both our Melbourne and Sydney offices every Wednesday afternoon between 2 – 5pm for complimentary art appraisals. There is no need to book an appointment, just bring your artwork along between 2 – 5pm.
