Duwamps Appraisals

Seattle, WA

Duwamps Appraisals is a Seattle-based fine art and antique appraisal practice led by Christy Christodoulides, M.A., an ISA Accredited Member and IRS Qualified Appraiser. The official site says the practice provides USPAP and ISA-compliant appraisal reports for individuals, non-profits, and businesses.

Specialties

• •Native American, First Nations, Inuit, Inupiaq, and Yup'ik art and material culture
• •Northwest regional art, from Arts and Crafts period works through mid-century Northwest Mystics
• •Nineteenth and twentieth century American fine art
• •Historic photography, fine art, and antiques research and analysis

Services

• •Insurance coverage appraisal reports
• •Non-cash charitable donation appraisal reports
• •Resale, estate planning, federal estate tax, and Washington State estate tax appraisal reports
• •Equitable distribution, estate, probate, divorce, and business liquidation appraisals
• •Fine art and antiques research and analysis services

Appraisal Approach

The official FAQ says Duwamps rates are hourly for on-site inspection, photographic documentation, market research, and development of tailored USPAP and ISA-compliant appraisal reports. It also says fees are not dependent on the appraised value of the artwork and that Duwamps offers a free appraisal consultation.