COULD YOUR PAINTING BE BY JUAN PEDRO LÓPEZ?

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

We have specialized in the authentication of works attributed to Juan Pedro López 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 Juan Pedro López?

From a single photograph of ordinary quality, we can often determine whether a painting appears consistent with Juan Pedro López’s work or whether it clearly does not. His religious compositions require careful comparison of figure types, drapery, color, devotional imagery, materials, and execution.

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 Juan Pedro López today?

Yes. Paintings can remain in churches, private collections, estates, and family possessions for generations without being publicly recorded or correctly attributed. López produced a substantial body of religious work, and surviving examples are found both in institutional and private collections.

Do I need to get my Juan Pedro López 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 Juan Pedro López authenticated?

Not for you. Simply send us photographs of the front and reverse, close-up photographs of important details and any inscriptions or labels, 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 Juan Pedro López?

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 Juan Pedro López?

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 Juan Pedro López painting is authentic?

No. Signatures are especially limited evidence in this case because only a small number of López’s known works are signed. Any signature or inscription must be evaluated together with technique, materials, age, provenance, and stylistic evidence.

Can an unsigned Juan Pedro López painting still be authentic?

Yes. Most known works attributed to Juan Pedro López are unsigned, so the absence of a signature is not unusual. Authentication must instead rely on stylistic, technical, physical, documentary, and historical evidence.

What documents help authenticate a Juan Pedro López painting?

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

Can a Juan Pedro López painting be authenticated from photographs?

Yes. High-quality photography is an extremely useful authentication tool and allows us to study composition, figures, paint handling, support, surface characteristics, condition, inscriptions, and labels 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 Juan Pedro López?

No. Many paintings 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 pigments, grounds, canvas, wood panels, or the age and composition of other materials.

What if my Juan Pedro López has no provenance?

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

Do you issue Certificates of Authenticity for Juan Pedro López 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 Juan Pedro López painting worth?

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

SELLING

Can you sell my Juan Pedro López 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 Juan Pedro López?

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 Juan Pedro López?

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 Juan Pedro López?

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 Juan Pedro López 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 a Juan Pedro López?

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 Juan Pedro López?

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

Can you review a Juan Pedro López 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 Juan Pedro López?

Three fundamental questions should always be answered: Is it authentic? What is its condition? Is the price reasonable? Subject, support, provenance, restoration history, attribution, and overall quality should also be considered.

How can I avoid buying a fake Juan Pedro López?

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 JUAN PEDRO LÓPEZ 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 Juan Pedro López, 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.