DOCUMENTING COLLECTIONS
Cataloguing and creating digital portfolio of artwork, antiques, valuables, natural specimens & other collectibles
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Cataloguing and creating digital portfolio of artwork, antiques, valuables, natural specimens & other collectibles
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The purpose of documenting and cataloging works of art and miscellanea we collect and own, is to protect their legacy and augment the value of these assets for our benefit, but also for the delight of those to whom we will bequeath, donate or sell these treasures.
The benefits in arranging for a thorough and systematic documentation are:
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Establishing proper insurance coverage without unpleasant surprises in case of loss or damage of any object.
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Estate planning and disposition for tax-efficient and non-conflicting distribution of valuable possessions to family members or as donations and charitable contributions.
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Profitable liquidating / de-accessioning, whether commercial or philanthropic, is a transaction relying on a a thorough record keeping of objects with clearly stated details of acquisition, condition and provenance, as well as conservation or restoration treatment, exhibiting or publishing.
