COULD YOUR ARTWORK BE BY CARLOS ALFONZO?

Previously unknown works by important artists continue to emerge from private collections, estates, inheritances, and long-held family possessions. While authentic works by Carlos Alfonzo may be rare, every work deserves to be evaluated on its own merits rather than dismissed simply because it is unfamiliar or undocumented.

If you believe your painting, work on paper, sculpture, or ceramic may be by Carlos Alfonzo, obtaining an independent professional opinion is the appropriate first step. His documented production includes paintings, works on paper, sculpture, and ceramics.

We have specialized in the authentication of works attributed to Carlos Alfonzo since 2002. We issue Certificates of Authenticity (COAs), Authentication Reports, appraisals, valuations, provenance reports, and provide buying, selling, brokerage, and investment advisory services for collectors, attorneys, insurers, financial institutions, estates, museums, and private clients worldwide.

Getting started is straightforward. Simply send us photographs of the work together with its dimensions and any information you have regarding its history or ownership. After reviewing the material, we will recommend the most appropriate course of action.

AUTHENTICATION

Is this a Carlos Alfonzo?

From a single photograph of ordinary quality, we can often determine whether a work appears consistent with Carlos Alfonzo’s work or whether it clearly does not. Because his production includes paintings, works on paper, sculpture, and ceramics, the relevant materials, surfaces, techniques, and construction must be assessed according to the medium.

What services do you provide?

We provide authentication, certification, Certificates of Authenticity (COAs), Authentication Reports, appraisals and valuations, provenance research, private sales and brokerage, investment advice, and analytical art market research.

Is it possible to discover a previously unknown Carlos Alfonzo today?

Yes. Paintings, works on paper, sculptures, and ceramics can remain in private collections and estates without appearing in widely accessible records, and Alfonzo worked prolifically across several media during his career.

Do I need to get my Carlos Alfonzo authenticated?

Yes. Authentication is essential if you wish to sell your work for its full market value. It is also important for insurance, estate planning, charitable donations, financing, and many legal purposes.

Is it complicated to get a Carlos Alfonzo authenticated?

Not for you. For paintings and works on paper, send clear overall photographs, the reverse, close-ups of the surface, signature, inscriptions, labels, and dimensions. For sculpture or ceramics, include photographs from several angles, the base, surface, inscriptions, marks, and construction details. The investigation itself is our responsibility.

How long does it take to authenticate a Carlos Alfonzo?

It depends on how much is already known about the work when we begin the investigation. In the simplest cases, authenticity can be confirmed within a couple of weeks. More complex cases may require several months.

How much does it cost to authenticate a Carlos Alfonzo?

From the low hundreds to the high thousands. It depends on how much is already known and documented, where relevant archives are located, and whether travel or scientific testing is required.

Can a signature alone prove that a Carlos Alfonzo work is authentic?

No. A signature must be considered together with the materials, technique, dimensions, surface, inscriptions, provenance, and other physical and documentary evidence. For sculpture and ceramics, construction, surface, markings, and production characteristics may also be important.

Can an unsigned Carlos Alfonzo work still be authentic?

Yes. The absence of a signature does not by itself make a work inauthentic. Materials, technique, composition, surface, provenance, inscriptions, and comparison with securely documented works may provide stronger evidence than a signature alone.

What documents help authenticate a Carlos Alfonzo work?

Any document that mentions, describes, illustrates, or refers to the work may assist the authentication. Photographs, invoices, correspondence, exhibition records, conservation reports, insurance documents, auction records, gallery records, and family papers can all contribute valuable evidence.

Can a Carlos Alfonzo work be authenticated from photographs?

Yes. High-quality photography is an extremely useful authentication tool and allows us to study materials, technique, surface, condition, signatures, inscriptions, and other important characteristics remotely. For sculpture and ceramics, photographs from several angles and detailed views of the base and markings are particularly useful.

Is it always necessary to perform scientific analyses of a Carlos Alfonzo?

No. Many works can be authenticated through research, provenance investigation, comparative analysis, and technical examination. Scientific testing is generally reserved for more difficult cases when questions remain concerning the age or composition of paint, paper, canvas, ceramic materials, or other physical components.

What if my Carlos Alfonzo has no provenance?

Incomplete provenance is common. When provenance is limited, authentication relies more heavily on research, technical examination, high-quality photography, comparison with documented works, inscriptions, and, where appropriate, scientific testing.

Do you issue Certificates of Authenticity for Carlos Alfonzo works?

Yes. Upon completion of the authentication, we issue a Certificate of Authenticity (COA) together with a detailed and fully referenced Authentication Report.

APPRAISALS & VALUATIONS

How much is my Carlos Alfonzo worth?

We will appraise your work and determine its value. Important factors include medium, date, dimensions, subject, series, condition, provenance, quality, rarity, and current market demand; his late paintings from 1990 form a particularly identifiable body of work within his oeuvre.

SELLING

Can you sell my Carlos Alfonzo for me?

Yes. We specialize in private sales but use every appropriate selling method to obtain the highest possible net price. We manage the process professionally, confidentially, and on your behalf.

Do I need an appraisal before selling my Carlos Alfonzo?

Yes. Your work should be priced correctly for the country, market, and method of sale. An independent appraisal helps prevent both underpricing and overpricing.

Do I need authentication before selling my Carlos Alfonzo?

Yes. Without authentication, your work may sell for only a fraction of its potential market value.

Can you help me maximize the selling price of my Carlos Alfonzo?

Yes. Authentication, provenance, valuation, timing, presentation, and the chosen sales method can all influence the final result. We also provide collection management advice designed to maximize value.

Should I restore my Carlos Alfonzo before selling it?

Usually not. Buyers often have their own preferences regarding conservation and restoration. We generally recommend selling the work in its present condition unless there is a compelling reason to do otherwise.

How long does it take to sell a Carlos Alfonzo?

Higher-value works generally require more time to sell because there are fewer qualified buyers. Correct pricing, strong documentation, and the appropriate sales method all contribute to a successful sale.

BUYING & ADVISORY

Should I buy a Carlos Alfonzo?

If you enjoy Carlos Alfonzo’s work, certainly. If your primary objective is investment, we can evaluate the proposed acquisition and alternative opportunities.

Can you review a Carlos Alfonzo before I buy it?

Yes. We provide independent pre-purchase research and analysis for collectors and investors. We also prepare predictive art market forecasts and Buy-Hold-Sell recommendations.

What should I check before buying a Carlos Alfonzo?

Three fundamental questions should always be answered: Is it authentic? What is its condition? Is the price reasonable? The medium, date, provenance, dimensions, condition, and relationship to securely documented works should also be reviewed.

How can I avoid buying a fake Carlos Alfonzo?

Call us before you buy. An independent review before completing the purchase is one of the simplest ways to reduce the risk of acquiring a forged or misattributed work.

Can you advise me on building a collection?

Yes. We advise collectors on the financial aspects of acquisition, ownership, collection management, and eventual sale.

REQUEST A CARLOS ALFONZO AUTHENTICATION OR APPRAISAL

Whether you require authentication, a Certificate of Authenticity, an appraisal, valuation, provenance research, buying advice, selling assistance, brokerage, or investment guidance regarding a work attributed to Carlos Alfonzo, our specialists are available to assist.

Complete the contact form below or call us at +1 (212) 658-0466 to discuss your work with one of our experts.