As principal appraiser of Your Treasure Appraisals, Jill Thayer, Ph.D. objectively and critically evaluates personal property with an emphases in fine and decorative arts according to the highest standards set by The Appraisal Foundation. She is compliant with the legal and ethical aspects of appraising as stated in the Uniform Standards of Professional Practice (USPAP) and IRS guidelines. Her well-researched appraisal reports apply current and pertinent tax laws for Insurance Appraisals, Estate Tax Planning Appraisals, Non-Cash Charitable Donation Appraisals and valuations. Serving clients nationally and regionally along the California Central Coast including Carmel, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Paso Robles, Cambria, Morro Bay, Arroyo Grande, Ventura, Los Angeles, Palm Springs, and surrounding communities.
Appraisal methodologies and industry-specific research skills are used to conduct comprehensive market analysis and interpret market results. Jill brings her academic and professional expertise with over three decades of experience as an artist, gallerist, curator, educator, and art historian to each appraisal. Her insight, knowledge, and professional acumen in all aspects of the appraisal process inform comprehensive art market analysis reports for personal property and fine art appraisals to meet the exacting specifications of a client needs.
Services include art consultation, valuation, archival and collection management, and art marketing for private, corporate, museum, gallery, and institutional collections. Contact Jill for an evaluation of your valued fine art or personal property treasures.
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