The value of an artwork does not depend exclusively on the artist’s name. Each piece must be evaluated according to its individual characteristics and the available information about its history.
Cassia House provides commercial guidance for owners and collectors who need to understand the possible market value of an artwork. This initial guidance does not replace a formal authentication, technical examination, or conservation report when one is required.
The main factors considered include:
Two works by the same artist may have significantly different values depending on their period, medium, dimensions, subject, condition, and provenance.
Auction results are an important reference, but they do not constitute a definitive appraisal on their own. They must be analyzed together with the date of sale, dimensions, medium, condition, buyer’s premium, provenance, and quality of the comparable artwork.
There is also a difference between the asking price, the minimum price agreed with the owner, and the final transaction value. Cassia House does not conduct auctions; auction data is used only as one possible market reference.
For an initial assessment, we request photographs of the front, back, signature, labels, and inscriptions, together with dimensions, medium, and any available acquisition history.
When appropriate, it may be necessary to consult archives, specialists, foundations, catalogues raisonnés, or conservation professionals. Owners can review the information needed on Sell an Artwork.
Through Private Collections, we assess artworks that may be suitable for inclusion in our secondary-market catalog. When a work is selected, we agree with the owner on its presentation and commercial terms.
Current market examples can be explored on Buy Argentine Art. To submit an artwork or request an initial evaluation, contact Cassia House.
Content reviewed by Cassia House, Buenos Aires. Updated July 2026.
