COULD YOUR PAINTING BE BY BERNARDO DADDI?

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

We have specialized in the authentication of works attributed to Bernardo Daddi 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 Bernardo Daddi?

From a single photograph of ordinary quality, we can often determine whether a painting appears consistent with Daddi’s work or whether it clearly does not. A first impression may not be definitive because workshop participation, condition, restoration, and alterations over many centuries can complicate the assessment of early Italian paintings.

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 Bernardo Daddi today?

Yes. Medieval and early Renaissance paintings can survive for centuries without a continuous modern provenance, and previously unrecognized works may emerge from private collections, churches, estates, and long-held family possessions.

Do I need to get my Bernardo Daddi 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 Bernardo Daddi authenticated?

Not for you. Simply send us photographs of the front and reverse, close-up photographs of the painted and gilded surfaces, edges, support, inscriptions and other important details, the dimensions, and anything you know about the painting’s history. The investigation itself is our responsibility.

How long does it take to authenticate a Bernardo Daddi?

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 Bernardo Daddi?

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 Bernardo Daddi painting is authentic?

No. Signatures and inscriptions on early Italian paintings must be considered together with technique, materials, construction, iconography, provenance, and the physical history of the object.

Can an unsigned Bernardo Daddi painting still be authentic?

Yes. The absence of a signature is not unusual for a fourteenth-century painting and does not by itself make a work inauthentic. Attribution depends on the painting’s stylistic, technical, documentary, and material evidence.

What documents help authenticate a Bernardo Daddi painting?

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

Can a Bernardo Daddi painting be authenticated from photographs?

Yes. High-quality photography is an extremely useful authentication tool and allows us to study composition, painted and gilded surfaces, condition, inscriptions, panel construction, and other characteristics 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 a Bernardo Daddi?

No. Many paintings can be evaluated through research, provenance investigation, comparative analysis, and technical examination. For a fourteenth-century panel, scientific and imaging techniques can be particularly useful when questions remain concerning the support, ground, pigments, gilding, underdrawing, alterations, or restoration.

What if my Bernardo Daddi has no provenance?

Incomplete provenance is common, particularly for works of this age. When provenance is incomplete, authentication relies more heavily on documentary research, comparative study, technical examination, photography, and, where appropriate, scientific testing.

Do you issue Certificates of Authenticity for Bernardo Daddi 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 Bernardo Daddi painting worth?

We will appraise your painting and determine its value. Important factors include attribution, subject, dimensions, quality, condition, provenance, rarity, and current market demand.

SELLING

Can you sell my Bernardo Daddi 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 Bernardo Daddi?

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 Bernardo Daddi?

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 Bernardo Daddi?

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 Bernardo Daddi before selling it?

Usually not. Conservation decisions involving a fourteenth-century panel painting should be approached cautiously, and buyers may have their own preferences. We generally recommend selling the painting in its present condition unless there is a compelling conservation reason to intervene.

How long does it take to sell a Bernardo Daddi?

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 Bernardo Daddi?

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

Can you review a Bernardo Daddi 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 Bernardo Daddi?

Three fundamental questions should always be answered: Is it authentic? What is its condition? Is the price reasonable? For a fourteenth-century panel painting, attribution, provenance, restoration history, panel construction, and the extent of surviving original material can be especially important.

How can I avoid buying a fake Bernardo Daddi?

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 BERNARDO DADDI 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 Bernardo Daddi, 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.