COULD YOUR PAINTING OR DRAWING BE BY FELICE GIANI?

Previously unknown works by important artists continue to emerge from private collections, estates, inheritances, and long-held family possessions. While authentic works by Felice Giani may be uncommon, every painting or drawing deserves to be evaluated on its own merits rather than dismissed simply because it is unfamiliar or undocumented.

If you believe your painting or drawing may be by Felice Giani, obtaining an independent professional opinion is the appropriate first step.

We have specialized in the authentication of works attributed to Felice Giani 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, including the front and reverse, close-ups of important details, 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 Felice Giani?

From a single photograph of ordinary quality, we can often determine whether a painting or drawing appears consistent with Giani’s work or whether it clearly does not. His surviving works include paintings and numerous drawings executed in pen, ink, wash, graphite, and related techniques, making close examination of both technique and materials 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 Felice Giani today?

Yes. Giani produced a substantial body of drawings and preparatory studies, and works can remain unidentified in private collections for generations. Attribution may also become clearer when drawings are connected with known decorative projects or related compositions.

Do I need to get my Felice Giani 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 Felice Giani authenticated?

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

How long does it take to authenticate a Felice Giani?

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 Felice Giani?

From the low hundreds to the high thousands. It depends on how much is already known and documented, where relevant records are located, and whether travel or scientific testing is required.

Can a signature alone prove that a Felice Giani painting or drawing is authentic?

No. Signatures and inscriptions can be useful evidence, but they must be evaluated together with technique, paper or support, materials, provenance, and comparison with accepted works. Documented Giani drawings can also carry inscriptions or markings that require careful interpretation.

Can an unsigned Felice Giani painting or drawing still be authentic?

Yes. Many drawings and preparatory studies are evaluated primarily through technique, materials, composition, provenance, and comparison with established works rather than through a signature alone.

What documents help authenticate a Felice Giani painting or drawing?

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

Can a Felice Giani painting or drawing be authenticated from photographs?

Yes. High-quality photography allows us to examine composition, line, wash, paint handling, paper or support, inscriptions, surface condition, and other important 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 Felice Giani?

No. Many works can be evaluated through provenance research, comparative analysis, technical examination, and high-resolution photography. Scientific analysis may be appropriate when questions remain regarding paper, pigments, inks, support, or other materials.

What if my Felice Giani has no provenance?

Incomplete provenance is common. When ownership history is missing, authentication relies more heavily on technical examination, stylistic comparison, documentary research, physical evidence, and, where appropriate, scientific testing.

Do you issue Certificates of Authenticity for Felice Giani 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 Felice Giani painting or drawing worth?

We will appraise your work and determine its value. Medium, subject, dimensions, quality, condition, provenance, relationship to known decorative projects, and current market demand can all influence value.

SELLING

Can you sell my Felice Giani 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 Felice Giani?

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 Felice Giani?

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 Felice Giani?

Yes. Authentication, provenance, valuation, condition, 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 Felice Giani before selling it?

Usually not. Historic paintings and works on paper require careful conservation decisions, and buyers often have their own preferences regarding treatment. We generally recommend selling the work in its present condition unless there is a compelling conservation reason to intervene.

How long does it take to sell a Felice Giani?

Higher-value works generally require more time to sell because there are fewer qualified buyers. Correct pricing, strong documentation, secure attribution, and the appropriate sales method all contribute to a successful sale.

BUYING & ADVISORY

Should I buy a Felice Giani?

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

Can you review a Felice Giani 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 Felice Giani?

Three fundamental questions should always be answered: Is it authentic? What is its condition? Is the price reasonable? For drawings, paper, technique, inscriptions, provenance, and any relationship to Giani’s known decorative projects may also be important.

How can I avoid buying a fake Felice Giani?

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 FELICE GIANI 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 Felice Giani, 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.