ZENITH
GALLERY
Celebrating 40 Years in the Nation's Capital 202-783-2963 art@zenithgallery.com zenithgallery.com |
UPPER NORTHWEST
GALLERY |
APPRAISAL SERVICES |
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YOUR APPRAISAL
NEEDS |
CERTIFIED APPRAISAL REPORTS |
We are happy to appraise one single item, and we also have the
capacity to service large extensive collections.
We will travel to see your collection or contents to make
recommendations, inventory, photograph, measure, inspect for
condition, catalog and assess your needs. We work with you to make
the best possible plan of action.
Specializing in American 19th and 20th century
Post War Modernism, Abstract Expressionism, Contemporary, and African-American art.
CONSULTATION
SERVICES
Documentation
For artworks or collectibles of a lesser value, Zenith
also offers inventory services. This service is useful in
documenting collections that may not have a significant value, but
are still important to catalogue for insurance protection or estate
planning, where an owner would benefit from the assurance of
professional photographs and inventory documentation, but are not
interested in a full appraisal. The inventory and photographs,
provided in hard copy and CD format, can then be utilized in variety
of ways: stored in a safe deposit box, sent to an insurance agent,
or kept off-site with family members. Inventory services are
typically less costly than a full appraisal, but the reports do not
culminate in values. They are for documentation purposes only.
Estate Consultation
We can help you to sort, categorize and make decisions about your
collection. This service may not include a written report, and can
be more of a hands-on assignment, where the appraiser uses her
knowledge to help family members make practical decisions about
divesting of art or collectibles.
TYPES OF
APPRAISALS
Insurance Appraisals
If you are a homeowner, you will want to check your homeowner’s
insurance policy in order to know what coverage limits exist on your
valuables. There is a good chance that a separate policy schedule
will be needed to cover certain items of value. Consult your
insurance agent to determine if you need a personal property
appraisal.
Charitable Donations
When claiming a tax deduction on charitable contributions of fine
art, decorative arts, antiques, and other objects of art, the IRS
requires that the donor obtain an appraisal by a qualified appraiser
when the fair market value of individual items or group of similar
items donated is more than $5,000. Zenith appraisers perform
donation appraisals in conformity with IRS requirements.
Estate and Probate
Zenith appraisers perform appraisals for estate tax, gift tax, and
estate distribution. Consult with your attorney or accountant who
will advise you as to when you will need an appraisal.
Divorce (Equitable Division of
Marital Assets)
A divorce is a trying time in a person's life but a personal
property appraiser is indispensable for an equitable division of
marital assets. In order to save time and money a property appraiser
is the first professional that the administrator, arbiter or
attorney should call.
Benefits of a mutually agreed upon personal property appraiser:
Negotiations are usually quicker and simple.
The value of the assets are made irrefutable and acceptable by both parties.
Reduces attorney costs and litigation time.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
ZENITH GALLERY est. 1978
TWO LOCATIONS:
UPPER NORTHWEST GALLERY: 1429 Iris Street,
NW, Washington DC 20012
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Gallery
Hours: Wednesday - Saturday, 12:00 - 6:00 pm, Or by appointment
DOWNTOWN GALLERY: 1111 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington DC 20004
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Hours: Monday - Friday 8 am - 7 pm, Saturdays 8 am - 4 pm
(On Saturday Enter on 12th St. NW DC 20004; Knock and a guard will let you
in.)
Tel: 202-783-2963
Email:
art@zenithgallery.com