COULD YOUR PAINTING BE BY PAOLO FARINATI?

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

We have specialized in the authentication of works attributed to Paolo Farinati 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 painting 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 Paolo Farinati?

From a single photograph of ordinary quality, we can often determine whether a painting appears consistent with Farinati’s work or clearly does not. He was a prolific painter and draughtsman who also produced etchings, and his extensive use of preparatory drawings makes technique, composition, and relationships between drawings and finished paintings particularly important.

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 Paolo Farinati today?

Yes. Farinati produced numerous paintings, fresco designs, drawings, and prints during a long career, and his detailed working journal records projects from 1573 until his death. Works with incomplete modern documentation can therefore still emerge from private collections.

Do I need to get my Paolo Farinati 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 a Paolo Farinati authenticated?

Not for you. Simply send us photographs of the front and reverse, close-ups of the signature, inscriptions, labels and 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 Paolo Farinati?

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 a Paolo Farinati?

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 Paolo Farinati painting is authentic?

No. Farinati used signatures and other identifying devices, but none should be considered proof of authorship by itself. A snail appears as an emblematic signature in documented works and drawings, while conventional signatures and dates are also known, making the complete physical and documentary evidence essential.

Can an unsigned Paolo Farinati painting still be authentic?

Yes. The absence of a conventional written signature does not by itself make a painting inauthentic. Attribution should instead consider technique, materials, composition, date, provenance, preparatory drawings, and comparison with securely documented works.

What documents help authenticate a Paolo Farinati painting?

Any document that mentions, describes, illustrates, or refers to the painting may assist the authentication. Photographs, invoices, correspondence, inventories, exhibition records, restoration reports, collection records, auction records, and historical publications can all contribute valuable evidence.

Can a Paolo Farinati painting be authenticated from photographs?

Yes. High-quality photography allows us to examine composition, paint handling, support, surface, signature, inscriptions, labels, 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 a Paolo Farinati?

No. Many paintings can be evaluated through provenance research, comparative analysis, documentary research, study of related drawings, and technical examination. Scientific testing is generally reserved for difficult cases when questions remain concerning pigments, ground layers, canvas, panel, or other materials.

What if my Paolo Farinati has no provenance?

Incomplete provenance is common. When ownership history is unavailable, authentication relies more heavily on technique, materials, composition, historical documentation, related drawings, inscriptions, and comparison with securely documented works.

Do you issue Certificates of Authenticity for Paolo Farinati 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 Paolo Farinati painting worth?

We will appraise your painting and determine its value. Important factors include subject, period, medium, dimensions, quality, condition, provenance, historical importance, relationship to documented commissions, rarity, and current market demand.

SELLING

Can you sell my Paolo Farinati 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 Paolo Farinati?

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 Paolo Farinati?

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 Paolo Farinati?

Yes. Authentication, provenance, attribution research, 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 Paolo Farinati before selling it?

Usually not. Old Master paintings can be materially affected by excessive cleaning, overpainting, relining, transfers, or inappropriate varnish treatment. We generally recommend selling the painting in its present condition unless there is a compelling conservation reason to do otherwise.

How long does it take to sell a Paolo Farinati?

Higher-value Old Master 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 a Paolo Farinati?

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

Can you review a Paolo Farinati 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 Paolo Farinati?

Three fundamental questions should always be answered: Is it authentic? What is its condition? Is the price reasonable? For Farinati, provenance, date, support, related drawings, historical commissions, inscriptions, restoration history, and comparison with documented works can also be important.

How can I avoid buying a fake Paolo Farinati?

Call us before you buy. Neither a conventional signature nor Farinati’s documented snail emblem should be relied upon independently as proof of authorship. An examination of technique, materials, provenance, related drawings, and documentary history 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 A PAOLO FARINATI 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 Paolo Farinati, 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.