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elliotmelamed
Sep 1, 20221 min read
Ferocious and impressive
We had the opportunity to inspect and appraise some large and important Inuit sculptures this week for a local client, including this...
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elliotmelamed
Aug 22, 20221 min read
A diverse mix
We appraised some diverse and interesting items for one of our estate clients recently, which included an antique oak and glass arcade ...
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elliotmelamed
Aug 10, 20221 min read
Iconic Inuit
This week, for one of our local clients, we inspected and appraised this large scale original Canadian Inuit soapstone sculpture of a...
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elliotmelamed
Aug 2, 20221 min read
"The Passover Seder" by Carlo Giannitrapani
This lovely 5 piece hand made and hand painted ceramic grouping depicts the family members around the festive Seder table. Artist signed...
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elliotmelamed
Jul 29, 20221 min read
Recently Appraised for one of our local clients...
Loredano Rosin (1936-1992, Italian) Two Figures - Murano glass sculpture. Etched signed on the base. With artist’s applied disc...
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elliotmelamed
Jul 26, 20221 min read
"Water, Light and Sky"
Protect your high value assets! We were onsite last week at the home of one of our local clients, and were pleased to inspect and...
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elliotmelamed
Jul 5, 20221 min read
On Guard
At last week's site meeting with one of our clients, we were greeted at the front door by this impressive pair. Purchased some 50 years...
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elliotmelamed
Jun 20, 20221 min read
Verified and Saved
One of our clients from last week recently inherited a houseful of antiques and collector contents from her mom's estate. With an...
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elliotmelamed
Jun 2, 20221 min read
Under the Stars…
Last night’s Sheba Under the Stars gala event was an amazing evening of inspiration, wonderful entertainment and fine dining, among old...
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elliotmelamed
May 29, 20221 min read
Caveat Emptor…
The staggeringly high values of luxury brand products and works by famous artists and studios have seen a steady increased sophistication...
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elliotmelamed
May 25, 20221 min read
Poetry in Motion...
One of our clients last week had us inspect and appraise his Yaacov Agam artwork. Known as an 'Agamograph', these highly original...
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elliotmelamed
May 18, 20221 min read
Prestigious both then and now...
We were pleased to inspect and appraise this lovely 19th Century pickle castor for one of our estate clients. These were the height of...
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elliotmelamed
May 12, 20221 min read
Verify, Validate, and Valuate!
Establishing a professional certified value for your item or collection is vital for so many reasons. Documentation before a loss makes...
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elliotmelamed
Apr 21, 20221 min read
Rare Stamps
This week, one of our clients asked us to inspect and appraise an inherited collection of early Canada stamps. The collection contained...
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elliotmelamed
Apr 6, 20221 min read
"Scheduling" high value items in your home insurance policy
High value and unique items are required to be "scheduled" in your home insurance policy. Most policies have limitations for special...
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elliotmelamed
Apr 3, 20221 min read
Estate Jewellery Auction Now Live!
At the request of the trustees and beneficiaries, we have been tasked with selling by public auction the jewellery, watches, coins and...
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elliotmelamed
Apr 3, 20221 min read
Recent Projects
Whether your appraisal needs are for insurance coverage, claims, contents valuation for marital dissolution, estate appraisal for...
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elliotmelamed
Mar 27, 20221 min read
Quality estate collection
Our estate client this week Friday boasted a strong selection of fine jewellery and watches, quality European art, a large collection of...
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elliotmelamed
Mar 23, 20221 min read
Slowly back to normal
I had an appointment to view and appraise some estate jewellery earlier this week right near the Eaton Centre downtown. Popped in for a...
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