Fewer objects. More attention. Better decisions.
Granier⎮Ancient offers discreet advisory support for collectors seeking sharper judgment, disciplined pricing, and greater coherence in their collections.
As more collectors buy directly at auction, online, or from photographs alone, mistakes have become increasingly common. Not to mention the numerous fake, late or uninteresting pieces in circulation.
We offer in particular written acquisition assessments to collectors looking for confident acquisitions and the development of thoughtful, legal and valuable collections.
Written acquisition assessment: €350/piece
Full study with judgment on quality, pricing, and relevance within a collection
What it covers:
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formal and qualitative analysis
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condition and surface reading, where possible from images
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authenticity
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price or estimate assessment
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risks and reservations
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relevance within collection
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acquisition discipline
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clear final recommendation
What it does not cover:
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active sourcing
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buying on behalf of the client
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representation in bidding
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commercial intermediation
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formal certificate of authenticity
How It Works
Opinions are based on the photographs and information provided by the client, unless physical inspection is separately agreed. Incomplete documentation may limit the precision of the opinion.
Payment is made by bank transfer. Stripe or PayPal may be used on request.
What to Send
Clear photographs - Dimensions - Any known provenance or history - Asking price / Estimate - A link to the listing if available - Your specific question.