Synopses & Reviews
Offering an insider's look at the exciting modern art scene, this guide dishes out revealing stories and memorable encounters with the rich and famous--including Dr. Ruth Westheimer, Oprah Winfrey, and Luciano Pavarotti--as well as situations the author would rather forget, such as when a famous rock star tried to seduce her. Rich with personal insights and recollections, this entertaining account also offers a wealth of practical advice on how to successfully appraise and purchase fine art, furniture, antiques, and jewelry without getting cheated, whether in the United States or abroad. Tips on how to successfully sell acquisitions are also featured.
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"[The author] has been my friend and an ardent supporter of the National Arts Club for more than thirty years. During those years, I have enjoyed hearing her stories about the arts scene. She also arranged for the donation of a number of paintings, sculptures, rugs, furnishings, and objets dart to the club. She organized two major art shows at the club . . . which were both very successful. I give her a topnotch appraisal." Aldon James, president, National Arts Club
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"Your stories of fabulous finds and famous and interesting people never fail to entertain and inform." Luis & Lucé Fortuño, governor and first lady, Puerto Rico
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"Dishes revealing stories and memorable encounters with the rich and famous . . . rich with personal insights and recollections, this entertaining account offers a wealth of practical advice on how to successfully appraise and purchase fine art and antiques without getting cheated." www.IndependentPublisher.com
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"Presents the many fabulous pieces Lee Drexler appraised and the sometimes wacky characters who owned them. This book appeals to those interested in selling and purchasing antiques and furniture as well as those interested in celebrity gossip." Reference and Research Book News
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"Offering an insider's look at the exciting modern art scene, this guide dishes out revealing stories and memorable encounters with the rich and famous. Rich with personal insights, this entertaining account also offers a wealth of practical advice." www.MonstersAndCritics.com (September 2011)
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"Filled with lots of interesting and intriguing facts about appraisals . . . after reading this book, I am now armed with better knowledge on how to spot something of value and when I might be getting cheated." www.CherylsBookNook.blogspot.com
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"Folks who enjoy Antiques Roadshow and similar shows will enjoy Fabulous Finds. It's got some fun stories, a few tips for would-be art collectors, and some interesting background on appraising." —www.AliveOnTheShelves.com (November 2011)
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""[This book] should be required reading for people buying, or simply holding onto, art or jewelry, as it includes a catalog of the number of things that can go wrong. . . . This interesting and entertaining book . . . raises important questions and cautionary flags."" --""Journal of Wealth Management"" (February 2012)
About the Author
J. Lee Drexleris president of Esquire Appraisals, Inc. She is accredited by the American Society of Appraisers at the senior level and has twice served as president of their Hudson Valley-New York chapter. A certified member of the Appraisers Association of America, she has studied independently at fine art museums and archaeological museums in 80 countries across the world. She has contributed to the ""New York Law Journal,"" is a former associate professor of appraisal at Hofstra University, and has appeared on the shows ""Conversations"" and ""High Net Worth."" James R. Cohen is a founding member of the law firm Kleinberg, Kaplan, Wolff, & Cohen, P. C. whose clients include the Estate of Jim Henson. He is an expert in appraisal legal requirements and income tax law applicable to charitable donations of art. They both live in New York City.