COULD YOUR ARTWORK BE BY RAÚL MARTÍNEZ?

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

We have specialized in the authentication of works attributed to Raúl Martínez 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 Raúl Martínez?

From a single photograph of ordinary quality, we can often determine whether a work appears consistent with Martínez’s work or whether it clearly does not. His production ranged from early abstraction to later figurative and Pop-influenced imagery and included paintings, drawings, photography, posters, prints, murals, and collages, so the proposed date and medium are 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 Raúl Martínez today?

Yes. Paintings, works on paper, photographs, posters, and other works can remain unidentified, misattributed, or undocumented in private collections for decades, particularly when their ownership history has been lost.

Do I need to get my Raúl Martínez 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 Raúl Martínez authenticated?

Not for you. Send us clear photographs of the complete work and close-ups of signatures, dates, inscriptions, labels, the reverse where applicable, 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 a Raúl Martínez?

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 Raúl Martínez?

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 Raúl Martínez artwork is authentic?

No. Documented paintings may carry signatures and dates on the front and additional inscriptions on the reverse, but these markings must agree with the work’s technique, materials, period, and provenance. Prints and posters also require examination of the printing process, paper, publication information, and other physical characteristics.

Can an unsigned Raúl Martínez artwork still be authentic?

Yes. The absence of a signature does not by itself make a work inauthentic. Attribution should depend on the medium, technique, materials, imagery, date, provenance, and comparison with securely documented works.

What documents help authenticate a Raúl Martínez artwork?

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

Can a Raúl Martínez artwork be authenticated from photographs?

Yes. High-quality photography is an extremely useful authentication tool and allows us to study composition, technique, surface, signatures, inscriptions, labels, printing characteristics, and other 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 Raúl Martínez?

No. Many works can be authenticated through research, provenance investigation, comparative analysis, and technical examination. Scientific testing is generally reserved for difficult cases when questions remain concerning the age or composition of paint, canvas, paper, inks, or other materials.

What if my Raúl Martínez has no provenance?

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

Do you issue Certificates of Authenticity for Raúl Martínez 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 Raúl Martínez artwork worth?

We will appraise your work and determine its value. Period, medium, subject, dimensions, condition, provenance, rarity, quality, and market demand are important factors, particularly because Martínez’s abstract works, Pop-influenced paintings, portraits, prints, and posters occupy different market categories.

SELLING

Can you sell my Raúl Martínez 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 Raúl Martínez?

Yes. Your work should be priced correctly for the country, market, medium, and method of sale. An independent appraisal helps prevent both underpricing and overpricing.

Do I need authentication before selling my Raúl Martínez?

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 Raúl Martínez?

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 Raúl Martínez 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 Raúl Martínez?

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 Raúl Martínez?

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

Can you review a Raúl Martínez 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 Raúl Martínez?

Three fundamental questions should always be answered: Is it authentic? What is its condition? Is the price reasonable? The medium, proposed date, signature or inscriptions, provenance, and relationship to the relevant phase of Martínez’s career should also be carefully evaluated.

How can I avoid buying a fake Raúl Martínez?

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 RAÚL MARTÍNEZ 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 Raúl Martínez, 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.