COULD YOUR ARTWORK BE BY JOSÉ MARÍA MIJARES?

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

We have specialized in the authentication of works attributed to José María Mijares 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, reverse, signature, inscriptions, labels, and other relevant details, 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 José María Mijares?

From a single photograph of ordinary quality, we can often determine whether a work appears consistent with Mijares’s work or whether it clearly does not. His production ranged from figurative painting to geometric abstraction and included oil painting, watercolor, and serigraphy, so the appropriate criteria depend on the medium and period.

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 José María Mijares today?

Yes. Mijares was a prolific artist whose works circulated in Cuba, the United States, and elsewhere, and previously undocumented paintings and works on paper can still emerge from private collections and family holdings.

Do I need to get my José María Mijares 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 José María Mijares authenticated?

Not for you. Simply send us photographs of the entire work and reverse, close-ups of the surface, signature or inscriptions, labels, and other relevant details, together with its dimensions and anything you know about its history. The investigation itself is our responsibility.

How long does it take to authenticate a José María Mijares?

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 José María Mijares?

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 José María Mijares painting is authentic?

No. A signature must be evaluated together with the composition, technique, materials, support, date, provenance, and comparison with securely documented works from the relevant period of Mijares’s career.

Can an unsigned José María Mijares painting still be authentic?

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

What documents help authenticate a José María Mijares work?

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

Can a José María Mijares work be authenticated from photographs?

Yes. High-quality photography is an extremely useful authentication tool and allows us to study composition, technique, surface, signatures, inscriptions, condition, labels, and other 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 José María Mijares?

No. Many works can be evaluated through research, provenance investigation, comparative analysis, and technical examination. Scientific testing is generally reserved for more difficult cases when questions remain concerning pigments, canvas, paper, inks, printing materials, or other physical characteristics.

What if my José María Mijares has no provenance?

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

Do you issue Certificates of Authenticity for José María Mijares 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 José María Mijares worth?

We will appraise your work and determine its value. Medium, period, subject, dimensions, quality, condition, provenance, rarity, and market demand are particularly important, especially because Mijares worked in both geometric abstraction and figurative painting.

SELLING

Can you sell my José María Mijares 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 José María Mijares?

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 José María Mijares?

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 José María Mijares?

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 José María Mijares before selling it?

Usually not. Buyers often have their own preferences regarding conservation and restoration, and the appropriate treatment varies between paintings and works on paper. 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 José María Mijares?

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 José María Mijares?

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

Can you review a José María Mijares 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 José María Mijares?

Three fundamental questions should always be answered: Is it authentic? What is its condition? Is the price reasonable? The medium, period, signature, provenance, and whether the work belongs to Mijares’s abstract or figurative production can also be important.

How can I avoid buying a fake José María Mijares?

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 JOSÉ MARÍA MIJARES 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 José María Mijares, 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.