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BLADES is a Fine Art and Antique Appraisal Firm and Broker.

We provide appraisals of antiques, fine art, and residential contents for estates, tax, insurance, donations, and litigation.

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Appraisals for all of your Personal Property Needs

BLADES Appraisals & Art Resources provides appraisals for estates, charitable donations, insurance, damage claims, and tax-related matters, along with expert testimony and collection advisory services. We also assist with downsizing, selling strategies, and brokering projects.

With more than thirty years of experience, we appraise fine art, antiques, decorative arts, collectibles, and residential contents. Based in Houston, we serve clients nationally and internationally, bringing knowledge, care, and respect to each assignment—from an individual artwork to an extensive private or corporate collection.

Our reports are clearly written and tailored to their intended use, whether for estate administration, equitable distribution, insurance, or collection management. Appraisals are developed and reported in accordance with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), with applicable IRS requirements addressed for tax-related assignments. Continuing education and professional development support our research, analysis, and appraisal practice.

We work with individuals, families, attorneys, accountants, trust officers, insurance professionals, and specialist appraisers to address a wide range of valuation needs.

Contact BLADES to discuss your collection and appraisal needs.

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Insurance Coverage and Renewal

Regular professional appraisals help ensure adequate insurance coverage for valuable possessions, from inherited jewelry, fine art, antiques, and collectibles to entire household collections, including furniture, coins, books, artifacts, textiles, rugs, musical instruments, and more.

IRS Tax-Matters, Estates and Donations

We provide qualified appraisals that meet IRS requirements for estate and gift taxes, charitable contributions, and federal casualty loss claims.

Insurance Damage Claims

Estate appraisals provide qualified fair market valuations of personal property—including art, jewelry, antiques, vehicles, and other valuable assets—in accordance with IRS requirements.

Litigation and Expert Testimony

We deliver exceptional results in everything we do, ensuring your satisfaction at every step.

Corporate Assets

Our experienced team brings skill and passion to every project, no matter the size.

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Proven outcomes that speak for themselves and make a meaningful difference for your business.