Appraisal Services

Elisabeth Douglas provides appraisal services in the field of Asian art and antiques. Her professional designation is in the field of Personal Property/ Asian Art. She holds memberships in the American Society of Appraisers (since 1983) as Senior Appraiser (ASA), as well as the International Society of Appraisers (since 1995) as an Accredited Member (ISA). In 2007, after undertaking long-term and intensive studies in appraisal principles, and passing examinations on the theory and practice of professional appraising and ethical standards, Elisabeth attained the highest level of recognition ISA can bestow: CAPP - Certified Appraiser of Personal Property. Both organizations require written examinations in appraisal ethics, principals of appraisal standards, and in the designated field of Asian Art. Both organizations require re-certification every five years.

An appraisal is performed for a stated and specific purpose, i.e. insurance, estate, donation, equitable distribution, because the value may vary with the purpose. It consists of on-site examination, if possible, authentication or identification, research of comparable items and their values in the appropriate market, analysis of values and value conclusions - all contained and summarized in a formal document.

Clients include individuals, insurance and moving companies, banks, estate managers, trustees, attorneys, investors and museums.

Consultation Services

With its expertise and worldwide contacts, The China Coast assists clients in finding, collecting and selling Asian art and antiques. Please let us know how we can help you.

Please contact Elisabeth for information about her fees.

Phone: 512-330-9524

Email: wien.chinacoast@gmail.com

Sell or Consign/Brokerage

If you have Asian art to sell, please contact The China Coast. I can work with you on a consignment
or purchase basis. I also acquire items on behalf of clients, either
privately or at auction. Contact me for further details.