COULD YOUR ARTWORK BE BY ARMANDO MARIBONA Y PUJOL?

Previously unknown works by important artists continue to emerge from private collections, estates, inheritances, and long-held family possessions. While authentic works by Armando Maribona y Pujol 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, portrait, or caricature may be by Armando Maribona y Pujol, obtaining an independent professional opinion is the appropriate first step.

We have specialized in the authentication of works attributed to Armando Maribona y Pujol 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 and its reverse where appropriate, close-ups of signatures, inscriptions, labels, paper, supports, and other important details, together with its dimensions and anything you know about its history or ownership. After reviewing the material, we will recommend the most appropriate course of action.

AUTHENTICATION

Is this an Armando Maribona y Pujol?

From a single photograph of ordinary quality, we can often determine whether a work appears consistent with Armando Maribona y Pujol’s work or whether it clearly does not. He worked as a painter, portraitist, draughtsman, and caricaturist, so technique, medium, subject, and period must be considered together.

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 Armando Maribona y Pujol today?

Yes. Maribona exhibited paintings and produced drawings and caricatures over several decades in Cuba, Europe, and the United States, so previously undocumented works can still emerge from private collections, estates, and family holdings.

Do I need to get my Armando Maribona y Pujol 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 an Armando Maribona y Pujol authenticated?

Not for you. Simply send us clear photographs of the complete work, the reverse where appropriate, close-ups of signatures, inscriptions, labels, paper or support, and other important details, together with the dimensions and anything you know about its history. The investigation itself is our responsibility.

How long does it take to authenticate an Armando Maribona y Pujol?

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 an Armando Maribona y Pujol?

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 Armando Maribona y Pujol work is authentic?

No. A signature or inscription must be evaluated together with the materials, technique, paper or support, date, provenance, and comparison with securely documented Maribona works.

Can an unsigned Armando Maribona y Pujol work still be authentic?

Yes. The absence of a signature does not by itself make a work inauthentic. Technique, materials, support, provenance, and comparison with documented Maribona works must be considered together.

What documents help authenticate an Armando Maribona y Pujol work?

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 an Armando Maribona y Pujol work be authenticated from photographs?

Yes. High-quality photography allows us to study technique, paper or support, surface, signatures, inscriptions, labels, 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 an Armando Maribona y Pujol?

No. Many works can be authenticated through research, provenance investigation, comparative analysis, and technical examination. Paper, inks, pigments, paints, supports, or other materials may be analyzed when questions remain concerning age or composition.

What if my Armando Maribona y Pujol has no provenance?

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

Do you issue Certificates of Authenticity for Armando Maribona y Pujol 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 Armando Maribona y Pujol worth?

We will appraise your work and determine its value. Important factors include medium, subject, date, dimensions, condition, provenance, rarity, quality, and current market demand.

SELLING

Can you sell my Armando Maribona y Pujol 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 Armando Maribona y Pujol?

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 Armando Maribona y Pujol?

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 Armando Maribona y Pujol?

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 Armando Maribona y Pujol before selling it?

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

How long does it take to sell an Armando Maribona y Pujol?

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 an Armando Maribona y Pujol?

If you enjoy Maribona’s paintings, portraits, drawings, and caricatures, certainly. If your primary objective is investment, we can evaluate the proposed acquisition and alternative opportunities.

Can you review an Armando Maribona y Pujol 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 Armando Maribona y Pujol?

Three fundamental questions should always be answered: Is it authentic? What is its condition? Is the price reasonable? The medium, date, paper or support, provenance, inscriptions, and relationship to documented Maribona works should also be considered.

How can I avoid buying a fake Armando Maribona y Pujol?

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 AN ARMANDO MARIBONA Y PUJOL 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 Armando Maribona y Pujol, 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.