COULD YOUR PAINTING BE BY ANTOINE BERJON?

Previously unknown works by important artists continue to emerge from private collections, estates, inheritances, and long-held family possessions. While authentic works by Antoine Berjon 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 or work on paper may be by Antoine Berjon, obtaining an independent professional opinion is the appropriate first step.

We have specialized in the authentication of works attributed to Antoine Berjon 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 work by Antoine Berjon?

From good photographs, we can often determine whether a work appears consistent with Antoine Berjon or clearly does not. Berjon worked in oil, pastel, gouache, drawing, and miniature formats, so the medium, support, technique, and degree of finish must all be considered before reaching a conclusion.

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 Antoine Berjon today?

Yes. Berjon produced paintings and works on paper in several techniques, and an unfamiliar or undocumented work should be evaluated according to its physical, stylistic, technical, and historical evidence rather than rejected solely because it is previously unknown.

Do I need to get my Antoine Berjon 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 an Antoine Berjon authenticated?

Not for you. Send us clear photographs of the front and reverse, close-ups of the surface, signature or inscriptions, dimensions, and anything you know about the work’s history. The investigation itself is our responsibility.

How long does it take to authenticate an Antoine Berjon?

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 an Antoine Berjon?

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 an Antoine Berjon painting is authentic?

No. Documented Berjon paintings show variations in inscription, including the simple signature “Berjon” and fuller forms incorporating location and date, so a signature must always be assessed together with the painting’s technique, materials, age, and provenance.

Can an unsigned Antoine Berjon painting still be authentic?

Yes. The absence of a signature does not by itself determine authenticity. Attribution must depend on the total evidence presented by the painting rather than on a signature alone.

What documents help authenticate an Antoine Berjon painting?

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

Can an Antoine Berjon painting be authenticated from photographs?

Yes. High-quality photography allows us to examine composition, paint handling, surface characteristics, support, inscriptions, signature, and condition remotely. When additional evidence is required, we may recommend an in-person examination; we examine works worldwide.

Is it always necessary to perform scientific analyses of an Antoine Berjon?

No. Many works can be assessed through provenance research, comparative examination, photography, and technical study. When questions remain, analysis of pigments, ground layers, canvas or panel, paper, or other materials may help determine whether they are compatible with the proposed period.

What if my Antoine Berjon has no provenance?

Incomplete provenance is common and does not automatically rule out authenticity. When documentation is limited, greater emphasis is placed on stylistic comparison, technical examination, materials, photography, historical research, and, where appropriate, scientific testing.

Do you issue Certificates of Authenticity for Antoine Berjon 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 Antoine Berjon painting worth?

We will appraise your work and determine its value. Important factors include medium, subject, date, dimensions, quality, condition, provenance, rarity, and current market demand; Berjon’s highly finished floral and still-life compositions form an especially important part of his recognized oeuvre.

SELLING

Can you sell my Antoine Berjon 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 Antoine Berjon?

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 Antoine Berjon?

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 Antoine Berjon?

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 Antoine Berjon before selling it?

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

How long does it take to sell an Antoine Berjon?

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 an Antoine Berjon?

If you enjoy Berjon’s paintings and works on paper, certainly. If your primary objective is investment, we can evaluate the proposed acquisition and compare it with alternative opportunities.

Can you review an Antoine Berjon 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 an Antoine Berjon?

Three fundamental questions should always be answered: Is it authentic? What is its condition? Is the price reasonable? The medium, provenance, date, quality, support, signature or inscriptions, and relationship to documented Berjon works should also be examined.

How can I avoid buying a fake Antoine Berjon?

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 AN ANTOINE BERJON 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 Antoine Berjon, 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.