What To Do If Your Artwork and Personal Property is Damaged in a Hurricane, Flood, or Fire?

Personal Property Loss / Damage cases have been executed by Anubis Appraisal and Estate Services, Inc. since the early 1990’s. Anubis Appraisal and Estate Services can be hired for a loss and damage appraisal by the owner of the property, the insurance broker, or the insurance carrier. We have appraised…

Continue reading

How to Prepare Your Art and Personal Property for Hurricane Season

Hurricane season has just begun and will continue through November 30th. When living in South Florida it is important to prepare your artwork and personal property in case of a hurricane.   Before the Hurricane: Insure your fine art or update your insurance appraisal. An insurance appraisal should be updated every three to…

Continue reading

Appraising Cuban Art: An Introduction

Cuban art is as diverse as the island’s population. It is a combination of a myriad of styles and influences, including African, European, South American and North American elements. This guide will help you to prepare for having your Cuban art appraised. Anubis Appraisal & Estate Services, Inc. provides USPAP compliant appraisals of…

Continue reading

Appraisal and Sale of Antique Sterling Silver

Since the discovery of silver, it has been used to create beautiful decorative objects for daily use. Antique sterling silver preserves its creation period through the various decorative styles that are representative of its maker and era. In addition to stylistic attributions, most antique sterling silver can be identified by hallmarks or markings. In the 1840’s,…

Continue reading

Antique Dolls: Tips on Appraising

Tips for Collectors’ On Hiring an Accredited Appraiser Who Specializes In Antique Dolls A Brief History: The history of dolls and doll making practices dates back thousands of years to Ancient Greece and Egypt. Antique dolls were originally made as children’s toys, but have now become hot collectors’ items. During…

Continue reading