Journal of Advanced Appraisal Studies Reviewed by MAD

The September issue of Maine Antique Digest contained a book review of the Journal of Advanced Appraisal Studies. The nearly one page review by Lita Solis-Cohen entitled Advanced Appraising mentions the mission of the new Journal, that articles were contributed pro bono by appraisers from ISA, AAA and ASA along with conservators insurers and auctioneers. The review states the "articles cover the gamut from why appraisers publish to how conservation reports can aid the appraiser." This great journal would not have been possible without the contributions of the 20+ authors who worked on writing and re-writing personal property appraising articles for submission and inclusion.

The reviewer also covers three of the articles in depth, including show promoter Robert James' article on the plight of antique shows, Andrew Richmond's review of online databases such as p4A, ArtFact and Price Miner and Victor Wiener's discussion on Picasso's La Reve where the owner, Stephen Wynn accidentally put his elbow through the canvas after having an agreement to sell for $139 million.

Other articles and authors were mentioned by name, and also stated that all proceeds benefit the ISA Education Foundation and its mission of advancing appraisal education. The review was very positive and the visibility and reputation of the journal should expand with the publicity of the review.

I have posted a PDF file which was cut, pasted and scanned from MAD of the review online. To read the full review click HERE.

To order the journal click HERE.

As editor of the journal, I am now seeking article contributions for the 2009 edition, so if you are interested in submitting an article proposal, please contact me at toddsig01@gmail.com or call me at 703-836-1020 to discuss.