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Here is a link to an appraisal (and the way to check authenticity) of a Cortes work from Antiques Roadshow.
https://www.pbs.org/video/antiques-roadshow-appraisal-1959-edouard-cortes-oil-painting/There is actually a way to check authenticity with a Cortes piece. Since I have some provenance about the piece dating back to the 1970s (before Cortes was readily forged) I believe the work to be real. BUT in order to get the best price in re-sale, I am going to do extensive research. There is also a group in Chicago that primarily authenticates Cortes, so I am considering ponying up the $400 for the authentication.
About the darkness in the painting, it was a gloomy day in PA when I bought the painting and I didn’t take the time to set up my studio lights before I snapped the picture. Here is a slightly better picture…
Sally –
How are you shipping the painting to Skinner? How long did it take for them to get back to you?
I went all in on this Edouard Cortes painting at auction today. So far I have contacted Freeman’s in Philadelphia, but I assume it will take some time before I hear from them.Yep, I agree. I have an opportunity to buy a small warehouse (2300 sq. feet) but I am not sure I am ready to go there yet.
Also, I think specialized equipment (espresso machines) would have better sell-through rates than commercial refrigerators and stoves.
Right, all of your points have crossed my mind. I previously worked as a courier and briefly had my own freight business, so I have knowledge as far as moving/shipping larger items.
I suppose I also wonder how many people are actually looking for, let’s say…a commercial grade espresso machine on eBay? There are so many established businesses out there that sell used equipment on a large scale, so is there any room for a little, single man operation? Conversely, I see a lot of these same larger operations selling via Craigslist or maybe a dinky web page, so perhaps they do not utilize the power of eBay or other ecommerce platforms.
I don’t know. I also fear sometimes wanting to try a category and then getting in too deep…only to realize, “ugh, I hate selling …”. I have the unfortunate mindset of always wanting to go all-in.
eBay (and Amazon) released digital toy catalogs to drum of interest in the holiday season. While I don’t think it will really impact individual sellers, I think it is cool because it reminds of the the Sears Wish Book from when I was a kid.
Here is the link:
https://static.ebayinc.com/assets/Uploads/Ad-Scans/Toybook-2018.pdfI think the dual mission statement of a thrift store/organization — whether stated or implied — is to raise money to support charitable causes (and services) as well as offer inexpensive items (used or sometimes new) to not only lower income brackets but ALSO people in search of a good deal.
Sorry if this thread turned into a socioeconomic conversation, as I originally intended to point out a minor annoyance I experienced at a single store with one employee. I shop and buy at many thrift stores throughout Central PA and beyond and it is always the best experience (even if I don’t end up finding much).
Yep, I agree Jay. Knowing the store’s mission is why I was rather confused by being asked the initial question on Wednesday. Oh well…time to list!
Similarly, I have overheard a seller at a yard sale/flea market being offered a price and he/she responds, “no, cause I could sell it for ($X amount) on eBay.” I wish someone would say such to me because I would be quick to say, “then you should probably do that.”
Community Aid in Lancaster limited me to buying 10 hats the last time I was there. Other locations limit purchases to 2 pairs of shoes (which I understand but the shoe inventory is limited most days).
