COULD YOUR ARTWORK BE BY AMEDEO MODIGLIANI?

Previously unknown works by important artists continue to emerge from private collections, estates, inheritances, and long-held family possessions. While authentic works by Amedeo Modigliani 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, work on paper, or sculpture may be by Amedeo Modigliani, obtaining an independent professional opinion is the appropriate first step. His documented production includes paintings, numerous drawings, watercolors, and a significant group of carved limestone sculptures.

We have specialized in the authentication of works attributed to Amedeo Modigliani 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 an Amedeo Modigliani?

From a single photograph of ordinary quality, we can often determine whether a work appears consistent with Amedeo Modigliani’s work or whether it clearly does not. His paintings, drawings, and limestone sculptures require different forms of comparison, so medium, date, materials, and technique 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 Amedeo Modigliani today?

Yes. Modigliani produced numerous drawings and studies in addition to paintings and sculpture, and previously undocumented works can still emerge from private collections, estates, and long-held family possessions. Museum collections preserve many works on paper with varied ownership histories, illustrating how such material has circulated beyond his major paintings.

Do I need to get my Amedeo Modigliani 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 Amedeo Modigliani authenticated?

Not for you. For paintings and works on paper, send photographs of the front and reverse, close-ups of the surface, signature or inscriptions, labels, edges, and paper or canvas. For sculpture, send photographs from several angles, including the base, carved surface, tool marks, inscriptions, and any repairs. The investigation itself is our responsibility.

How long does it take to authenticate an Amedeo Modigliani?

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 Amedeo Modigliani?

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 Amedeo Modigliani painting is authentic?

No. A signature or inscription must be evaluated together with the painting’s materials, technique, support, date, provenance, and relationship to documented works by Modigliani.

Can an unsigned Amedeo Modigliani painting still be authentic?

Yes. The absence of a visible signature does not by itself establish that a painting is inauthentic. Authentication depends on the work as a whole, including its materials, technique, support, date, provenance, and other physical and documentary evidence.

What documents help authenticate an Amedeo Modigliani painting?

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, gallery labels, and family papers can all contribute valuable evidence.

Can an Amedeo Modigliani painting or drawing be authenticated from photographs?

Yes. High-quality photography is an extremely useful authentication tool and allows us to study paint application, drawing technique, surface, support, paper, signatures, inscriptions, 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 Amedeo Modigliani?

No. Many works 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, binders, paper, canvas, grounds, stone, or other materials.

What if my Amedeo Modigliani has no provenance?

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

Do you issue Certificates of Authenticity for Amedeo Modigliani 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 Amedeo Modigliani painting worth?

We will appraise your work and determine its value. Medium, date, subject, dimensions, quality, condition, provenance, rarity, and current market demand are important factors, while paintings, drawings, watercolors, and sculptures must be valued within their respective markets.

SELLING

Can you sell my Amedeo Modigliani 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 Amedeo Modigliani?

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 Amedeo Modigliani?

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 Amedeo Modigliani?

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 Amedeo Modigliani 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 an Amedeo Modigliani?

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 Amedeo Modigliani?

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

Can you review an Amedeo Modigliani 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 Amedeo Modigliani?

Three fundamental questions should always be answered: Is it authentic? What is its condition? Is the price reasonable? For drawings, paper, medium, inscriptions, and provenance are especially important; for sculpture, the stone, carving technique, surface, dimensions, provenance, and relationship to documented limestone works require careful examination.

How can I avoid buying a fake Amedeo Modigliani?

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 AMEDEO MODIGLIANI 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 Amedeo Modigliani, 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.