Valoraciones de arte - Durán Arte y Subastas

Valuations

At Durán Arte y Subastas we value objects and works of art and give advice on the pieces willing to be auctioned. This valuation is confidential and free of charge and does not imply any commitment on the client's behalf.

Whether it is a complete house, a library, a large collection or pieces that are difficult to transport, our experts will proceed with a visit within Spain.

Please consult us before selling any objects of interest

How to contact us

Choose how to contact DURÁN ARTE Y SUBASTAS:

By email to [email protected] indicating in the subject Valuation in Durán followed by your name and the place where the works are located. We recommend sending photographs of the objects to be appraised.
Make an appointment by calling (34) 91.577.60.91
Visit us at our offices in Calle Goya 19 – 1ª planta (entrance through the Durán jewelers) from Monday to Friday from 11:00 to 15:00 and from 16:00 to 20:00. The Saturday before the auction we are open from 10:00 to 14:00 hours. Consult our calendar..

Process

The process is very simple. Once we have agreed the starting price and the particular conditions of brokerage, management fees, etc., we will give a deposit receipt with a list of the objects.

Information about auction dates and sale results will be sent by e-mail.

FAQs

+ What is the difference betwen the valuation and the starting price?

The appraisal consists of making a market valuation of the objects. This appraisal is reflected in an official document valid for the purposes of wills, insurance, and so on.

+ What type of works can be valuated?

Paintings, decorative arts, furniture, books, jewelry, watches and any object that falls within the usual categories in our auction.

+ Can items be valuated out of Madrid?

We travel outside Madrid to value your objects. Send us some pictures and we will contact you.

+ What is the valuation fee?

The appraisal fee is: 2 % on a total valuation of less than 9.000 € 1,5 % on a total valuation of between 9.000 and 30.000 € 1 % on a total valuation of more than 30.000 € These fees do not include V.A.T., as well as any expenses incurred in the rendering of valuation services outside the municipal limits of the city of Madrid.

+ What is the difference between a valuation and a valoration?

In an appraisal, a report is prepared with the estimated market price. This report will be valid for the purposes of probate distribution, insurance, payment of debts, and so on. In the valuation will include an estimate, without commitment, of the starting price at auction. This price will be a reference as a basis for the auction, but not a market price.