I have appraised thousands of pieces for insurance appraisals, including for corporate art collections. This is the most competitive segment of the appraisal industry, I offer appraisals starting at $50.
I can manage selling art at auction, to ensure the best result and remove the hassle. I can leverage my network to find the most appropriate auction house; arrange shipping; and negotiate seller's fees and reserve prices. I only charge if your pieces sell.
I have also done many estate appraisals. They are different: insurance appraisals are based on replacement cost, while estate appraisals are based on fair market value.
I can provide market-value advice before you buy, and assist in the research of potential purchases.
My name is Stacey Blouin. I am an Arts Appraiser with a Ph.D. and a M.A. in Art History. I studied Western European Art in graduate school and I have many years of professional experience with Canadian Art, Asian Art, Contemporary Art, and European Art.
I have completed the ISA core course in appraisal studies and I specialize in fine art appraisals. I'm based in Toronto but I can appraise fine art from anywhere in Canada.
I've worked for leading auction houses, museums, and universities, in both the Canadian and International markets, including Sotheby's, Waddington's, and the Aga Khan Museum in Toronto. I help people sell their art by leveraging my years of industry-experience to navigate the auction house landscape.
Get in touch now for a free-of-charge assessment about your plans, piece or collection.