I offer a complete research service for people who are unsure of their items: Who made it? Who designed it? Who retailed it? Who it was made for? Whether it is a sideboard circa 1850 or a mirror circa 1950.
With an extensive library of over 1000 titles relating to Furniture, Architecture and the Decorative Arts, including society journals, my research is thorough and precise.
Here's what people say:
“Due diligence is required of
impacts value. An 'Expert' told my client that a maker attribution for an unusual piece
of furniture purchased in
(£20,000+). Paul’s knowledge and swift response helped solve the mystery. While
the monetary result was not as hoped, my client was delighted to learn what the
furniture might be and what it was not. Paul’s service is worth every pound.”
(F.P. of
"I asked Paul to research for documented
provenance for the dining-saloon chairs of the Mauretania.
He was knowledgeable and informative as well as being
quick and efficient, and very good value besides!"
(J.B. of Westminster)
"I cannot recommend Paul's research service highly enough. Its efficient, on
budget and on time. Last but not least his in-depth appraisal is an absolute must for
collectors and dealers alike."
(R.B. of Surrey)
"We found a beautiful antique music cabinet
at one of our local thrift stores but we had no idea who made it.
We contacted Paul online and he quickly and accurately
identified it as an obscure piece by Shapland and Petter.
He was most informative and we could not have been happier!"
(J.C. of Hawaii)
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Thereafter £25.00 per hour
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