COULD YOUR ARTWORK BE BY LÉONARD TSUGUHARU FOUJITA?

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

We have specialized in the authentication of works attributed to Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita 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 Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita?

From a single photograph of ordinary quality, we can often determine whether a work appears consistent with Foujita’s work or whether it clearly does not. His precise linear technique appears across paintings and works on paper, so close examination of materials, handling, inscriptions, and physical characteristics may be necessary.

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 Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita today?

Yes. Foujita worked extensively in painting, drawing, watercolor, and printmaking, and previously undocumented works can remain in private collections, estates, and family holdings. Museum collections confirm his use of graphite, ink, watercolor, etching, and drypoint in addition to his paintings.

Do I need to get my Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita 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 Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita authenticated?

Not for you. Simply send us photographs of the front and reverse, close-up photographs of important details, signatures and inscriptions, dimensions, and anything you know about the work’s history. The investigation itself is our responsibility.

How long does it take to authenticate a Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita?

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 Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita?

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 Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita painting is authentic?

No. A signature or inscription must be evaluated together with the painting’s technique, materials, support, provenance, and physical characteristics. A signature alone cannot establish authorship.

Can an unsigned Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita painting still be authentic?

Yes. The absence of a signature does not by itself exclude an attribution to Foujita. Technique, materials, support, provenance, and comparison with securely documented works must be considered together.

What documents help authenticate a Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita painting?

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

Can a Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita painting be authenticated from photographs?

Yes. High-quality photography is an extremely useful authentication tool and allows us to study composition, line, paint handling, surface, support, signatures, inscriptions, condition, and important details 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 Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita?

No. Many paintings and works on paper 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 materials.

What if my Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita has no provenance?

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

Do you issue Certificates of Authenticity for Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita 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 Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita painting worth?

We will appraise your work and determine its value. Period, subject, medium, dimensions, condition, provenance, rarity, quality, and market demand are among the principal factors affecting the value of a Foujita work.

SELLING

Can you sell my Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita 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 Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita?

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 Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita?

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 Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita?

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 Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita 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 Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita?

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 Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita?

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

Can you review a Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita 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 Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita?

Three fundamental questions should always be answered: Is it authentic? What is its condition? Is the price reasonable? Medium, date, provenance, condition, and, for prints, the printing technique and edition information may also be important; documented Foujita prints include both etchings and drypoints.

How can I avoid buying a fake Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita?

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 LÉONARD TSUGUHARU FOUJITA 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 Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita, 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.