Restoration issues within fine art continue generating substantial attention across insurance, estates, litigation, family law and private collecting, with clients and advisers increasingly seeking reliable guidance regarding condition, conservation history and supportable market value opinions. This webinar examines current restored fine art valuation practice.
This instalment of the AVAA Perspectives webinar series has been developed for valuation professionals wanting a practical overview of restored fine art valuation involving culturally important collectible objects. Participants will hear experienced professionals discussing restoration impacts, accepted valuation methodologies, conservation concerns and market influences.
What You’ll Discuss At This Webinar —
◾ Extent and quality of restoration work undertaken.
◾ Impact of restoration on originality and authenticity.
◾ Visibility of repairs, overpainting or replacement components.
◾ Availability and reliability of restoration documentation.
◾ Market acceptance of restored versus untouched artworks.
◾ Long-term conservation risks affecting future condition and value.
Valuing restored fine art involves consideration of authenticity, provenance, condition, market sentiment, and specialist knowledge of conservation techniques and artistic production methods. This webinar explores the professional judgement and analytical processes supporting credible valuation outcomes of restored artworks. Presentations will be delivered by AVAA Certified Valuers (CVAu) with expertise across paintings, sculpture, decorative arts and restored collectible assets, reflecting Australian market conditions.
Changing consumer preferences, sophisticated counterfeit activity, online resale growth and shifting international luxury markets means luxury goods valuations are attracting considerable commercial, insurance and legal attention. In this environment, this webinar supports practitioners holding the AVAA Certified Valuer (CVAu) credential while being valuable to others with an interest in luxury goods valuation.
Webinar Details And Your Investment —
Wednesday, 24 September 2026 (3.00PM AEDT, 90 Minutes)
Online Webinar
AVAA Member cost: $47.50pp [PDF Brochure] [Register Online]
Non-member cost: $97.50pp [PDF Brochure] [Register Online]
Organised by the Auctioneers and Valuers Association of Australia (AVAA), this is one of the AVAA Perspectives series of webinars that keep professionals up to date with the latest issues in quality practice. Participation in this event is eligible for 3 CPD points toward meeting the requirements of AVAA Professional Standard 2 – Continuing Professional Development.
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Interested In Finding Out More?
For further information on this event, please send an email to events@avaa.com.au or telephone 1300 928 165. You can also stay up to date by following AVAA on LinkedIn, X/Twitter and Facebook.
