Fabulous Finds : How Expert Appraiser Lee Drexler Sold Wall Street's Charging Bull, Found Hidden Treasures and Mingled with the Rich & Famous.
Title:
Fabulous Finds : How Expert Appraiser Lee Drexler Sold Wall Street's Charging Bull, Found Hidden Treasures and Mingled with the Rich & Famous.
Author:
Drexler, J. Lee.
ISBN:
9781610350235
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Physical Description:
1 online resource (178 pages)
Contents:
Cover -- Copyright -- Contents -- Preface -- Foreword -- Introduction -- 1. Fabulous Finds -- 2. The Charging Bull -- 3. Beginnings -- 4. Stuff of the Rich and Famous -- 5. Unusual Appraisals -- 6. Unholy Matrimony: Divorce Appraisals -- 7. Art Frauds and Related Disasters -- 8. Keeping It in the Family: Estate Appraisals -- 9. Doing Well By Doing Good: Donations to Charity -- 10. Advice About Buying and Selling Art, Antiques, and Jewelry -- Conclusion -- Index -- About the Authors.
Abstract:
Offering an insider's look at the exciting modern art scene, this guide dishes out revealing stories and memorable encounters with the rich and famousincluding Dr. Ruth Westheimer, Oprah Winfrey, and Luciano Pavarottias well as situations the author would rather forget, such as when a famous rock star tried to seduce her. Rich with personal insights and recollections, this entertaining account also offers a wealth of practical advice on how to successfully appraise and purchase fine art, furniture, antiques, and jewelry without getting cheated, whether in the United States or abroad. Tips on how to successfully sell acquisitions are also featured.
Local Note:
Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, Michigan : ProQuest Ebook Central, 2017. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest Ebook Central affiliated libraries.
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