About Us
Appraisal Specialization
We specialize in appraising fine and decorative art. We are qualified appraisers who formulate comprehensive appraisals in accordance with the strict Code of Ethics established by the Appraisal Profession and regulated by the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) guidelines.
The research and analysis techniques we employ to the rationalization of fair market value for sales, insurance, tax reporting, and equitable distribution of art and personal property are based on contemporary market data and critical analysis of art style trends. Our appraisal services meet the needs of individual collectors, public and private institutions and legal entities in researching, valuing and caring for the art and personal property in their collections.
About the Appraiser
Maureen Curry, Independent Appraiser
Maureen is a Professional Art Historian and Certified Independent Appraiser of Fine Art in Southern California who brings a specialized education to her art consulting services. Maureen has a Master’s in Medieval and Renaissance History from Catholic University, Leuven, Belgium, and a Bachelor’s in Art History from the University of California, Irvine.
Fine Art and Collections Appraiser Orange County
In addition, Maureen holds a Certificate in Appraisal Studies and Connoisseurship from the University of California, Irvine, CA. Maureen stays in close contact with the current art market through professional appraising, museum research, and travel to international art fairs and exhibitions. Maureen works as an Art Educator and writes curriculum in Art History and Art Appreciation. She designs hands-on and collaborative Art History courses for the university level. Maureen has a philosophy of art that focuses on the importance of art as an expression of the human creative spirit to be appreciated and believes art should be a lifelong pursuit.
Whether buying, selling or learning to manage an art collection, Maureen has a wealth of experience and information to make the process extremely rewarding. Maureen is always willing to go the extra step to make sure her clients appreciate the art-making process, the importance of style, and how valuable an art collection can be in today’s contemporary art market.