COULD YOUR PRINT BE BY MARTIN SCHONGAUER?

Previously unknown works by important artists continue to emerge from private collections, estates, inheritances, and long-held family possessions. While authentic works by Martin Schongauer are rare, every print deserves to be evaluated on its own merits rather than dismissed simply because it is unfamiliar or undocumented.

If you believe your engraving may be by Martin Schongauer, obtaining an independent professional opinion is the appropriate first step.

We have specialized in the authentication of works attributed to Martin Schongauer 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 print 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 Martin Schongauer print?

From a single photograph of ordinary quality, we can often determine whether a print appears consistent with Schongauer’s work or whether it clearly does not. His engravings require particularly careful examination of the monogram, engraving technique, impression, paper, and state.

What services do you provide for Martin Schongauer works?

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 Martin Schongauer print today?

Yes. Schongauer’s surviving body of work is relatively small, and questions of attribution, copies, impressions, and lost works make careful research important when an unusual print or drawing emerges.

Do I need to get my Martin Schongauer print authenticated?

Authentication may be important if you wish to establish an attribution for sale or help support its market position. It may also be relevant for insurance, estate planning, charitable donations, financing, and certain legal purposes.

Is it complicated to get a Martin Schongauer print authenticated?

Not for you. Simply send us photographs of the print, including close-ups of the image, monogram, paper, margins, and any inscriptions or marks, 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 Martin Schongauer print?

It depends on how much is already known about the print when we begin the investigation. In the simplest cases, an initial assessment may be completed within a couple of weeks. More complex cases may require several months.

How much does it cost to authenticate a Martin Schongauer print?

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 or monogram alone prove that a Martin Schongauer engraving is authentic?

No. Schongauer’s engravings are particularly associated with his M + S monogram, but the presence of a monogram alone does not establish authenticity. The engraving technique, paper, impression, state, condition, and provenance must also be considered.

Can an unsigned Martin Schongauer engraving still be authentic?

Potentially, but the question requires careful examination. Schongauer’s known engravings are characteristically monogrammed, so an apparently unsigned impression would require especially close consideration of its attribution, condition, trimming, and markings.

What documents help authenticate a Martin Schongauer engraving?

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

Can a Martin Schongauer engraving be authenticated from photographs?

Yes. High-quality photography is an extremely useful authentication tool and allows us to study the engraved image, monogram, paper, margins, condition, 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 a Martin Schongauer engraving?

No. Many prints can be assessed through provenance research, comparative analysis, examination of the engraving and impression, paper research, and technical examination. Scientific testing is generally reserved for difficult cases when questions remain concerning the age or composition of materials.

What if my Martin Schongauer engraving has no provenance?

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

Do you issue Certificates of Authenticity for Martin Schongauer 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 Martin Schongauer engraving worth?

We will appraise your print and determine its value. Principal factors include authenticity, impression quality, state, rarity, paper, condition, margins, provenance, and market demand; Schongauer’s engravings are a relatively small body of work, making individual print characteristics particularly important.

SELLING

Can you sell my Martin Schongauer print 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 Martin Schongauer print?

Yes. Your print should be priced correctly for the country, market, and method of sale. An independent appraisal can help reduce the risk of both underpricing and overpricing.

Do I need authentication before selling my Martin Schongauer print?

Authentication can be important when presenting an attributed work to potential buyers and establishing its market position. The documentation appropriate for a particular sale may vary depending on the work and the requirements of the buyer or sales channel.

Can you help me maximize the selling price of my Martin Schongauer print?

Yes. Authentication, provenance, valuation, impression quality, condition, presentation, timing, 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 Martin Schongauer print before selling it?

Usually not. Buyers often have their own preferences regarding conservation. We generally recommend selling the print in its present condition unless there is a compelling reason to undertake conservation beforehand.

How long does it take to sell a Martin Schongauer print?

Higher-value prints 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, but no particular timeframe can be guaranteed.

BUYING & ADVISORY

Should I buy a Martin Schongauer print?

If you appreciate Schongauer’s engravings, certainly. If your primary objective is investment, we can evaluate the proposed acquisition in relation to authenticity, condition, rarity, provenance, and the current market without relying on unsupported predictions about future appreciation.

Can you review a Martin Schongauer print 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 Martin Schongauer engraving?

Three fundamental questions should always be considered: Is it authentic? What is its condition and impression quality? Is the price reasonable? For a Schongauer engraving, the state, paper, margins, monogram, and provenance can also materially affect the assessment.

How can I avoid buying a fake Martin Schongauer engraving?

Call us before you buy. An independent review before completing the purchase is one way to reduce the risk of acquiring a forged, altered, misidentified, or misattributed Schongauer engraving.

Can you advise me on building a Martin Schongauer collection?

Yes. We advise collectors on the financial aspects of acquisition, ownership, collection management, and eventual sale.

REQUEST A MARTIN SCHONGAUER 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 Martin Schongauer, 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.

Disclaimer: An authentication or appraisal is based on the evidence available at the time of examination. No opinion can guarantee future market value, sale price, or acceptance by every institution, buyer, insurer, or marketplace.