COULD YOUR PAINTING BE BY ANTONIO DE PUGA?

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

We have specialized in the authentication of works attributed to Antonio de Puga 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 front and reverse of the painting, close-ups of signatures, inscriptions, labels, and important surface details, 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 an Antonio de Puga?

From a single photograph of ordinary quality, we can often determine whether a painting appears consistent with Antonio de Puga’s work or whether it clearly does not. Attribution requires particular care because the accepted corpus is small and a number of paintings historically associated with Puga have been disputed or grouped under the name “Pseudo-Puga.”

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 Antonio de Puga today?

Yes. Antonio de Puga’s documented oeuvre remains limited, and paintings attributed to him continue to be studied and reassessed. A previously unrecorded work can therefore merit serious investigation when its materials, technique, subject, and history are consistent with his period and practice.

Do I need to get my Antonio de Puga authenticated?

Yes. Authentication is essential if you wish to sell your painting 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 Antonio de Puga authenticated?

Not for you. Simply send us photographs of the front and reverse, close-ups of the paint surface, signature or inscriptions, labels and markings, the dimensions, and anything you know about the painting’s history. The investigation itself is our responsibility.

How long does it take to authenticate an Antonio de Puga?

It depends on how much is already known about the painting 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 Antonio de Puga?

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 Antonio de Puga painting is authentic?

No. The accepted corpus is unusually restricted, and the Prado identifies the signed and dated Saint Jerome of 1636 as the only painting securely established as his work. A signature therefore has to be assessed together with the painting’s materials, technique, provenance, and relationship to securely documented works.

Can an unsigned Antonio de Puga painting still be authentic?

Yes. Several important paintings attributed to Puga are unsigned, so absence of a signature does not automatically exclude an attribution. Documentary history, technical characteristics, and careful comparison with accepted works become especially important.

What documents help authenticate an Antonio de Puga painting?

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

Can an Antonio de Puga painting be authenticated from photographs?

Yes. High-quality photography is extremely useful for examining composition, paint handling, surface characteristics, support, inscriptions, labels, and condition. 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 Antonio de Puga?

No. Many paintings can be evaluated through research, provenance investigation, comparative analysis, and technical examination. Scientific analysis of pigments, ground layers, canvas, wood, or other materials is generally reserved for difficult cases where questions concerning age or composition remain.

What if my Antonio de Puga has no provenance?

Incomplete provenance is common. When provenance is missing, authentication relies more heavily on technical examination, comparative study, documentary research, photography, and, where appropriate, scientific testing.

Do you issue Certificates of Authenticity for Antonio de Puga 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 Antonio de Puga painting worth?

We will appraise your painting and determine its value. Attribution, subject, quality, dimensions, condition, provenance, historical documentation, and the strength of its relationship to accepted works are particularly important because Puga’s securely established oeuvre is very limited.

SELLING

Can you sell my Antonio de Puga 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 Antonio de Puga?

Yes. Your painting 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 Antonio de Puga?

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

Can you help me maximize the selling price of my Antonio de Puga?

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 Antonio de Puga before selling it?

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

How long does it take to sell an Antonio de Puga?

Higher-value paintings 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 Antonio de Puga?

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

Can you review an Antonio de Puga 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 Antonio de Puga?

Three fundamental questions should always be answered: Is it authentic? What is its condition? Is the price reasonable? For Puga, the attribution history and documentary basis are especially important because many paintings associated with his name have been debated or reassigned.

How can I avoid buying a fake Antonio de Puga?

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 painting.

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 ANTONIO DE PUGA 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 Antonio de Puga, 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.