By now, you’ve probably been able to work out that a pawn shop is a treasure trove of quirky items, ranging from used golf clubs to random luxury items. So, where does art come into the equation? If you’ve got a bust of a famous historical figure or art that’s been in the family for a few generations, knowing how to move it on can be tricky. Luckily, you can sell most art in a pawnshop – it’s a pretty easy process too. So, with that in mind, let’s take a look at what you need to know – and how it can make a difference.
Art is a Valuable Commodity
The first thing you need to know about art is that it is, without a doubt, a highly precious commodity. Art can be extremely valuable under the right circumstances, and the prices it can fetch are often in their own weight class. It’s hard to find something as valuable as certain pieces – especially those pieces which are rare and have been part of a household for the last 60 years or so. It can be rare for some pieces to surface, especially items which are known to be out of the public eye for a while, but if you’ve got one, it can be a pretty substantial nest egg.
Selling Your Art
Owing to the high market value of art, the responses to a potential sale you get from different pawn shops can vary substantially. There are some shops that won’t buy it from you out of fears of complications, but those who do may have a few different reactions.
The first port of call, naturally, will be to determine if the art is authentic and not a forgery. You’ll find that pawn shops usually know an expert and will call someone in to come and verify the art. This will involve things like comparing it to other works done by the artist, seeing if the paintings or statue share characteristics, and generally checking to see if it’s the real deal. Part of this will also include getting a valuation of the art to find out what it’s worth.
Generally, if a pawn shop is confident they can sell the painting to a collector or a museum, they’ll give you a good price for it. As a middleman of sorts, they will want to purchase items they can sell quickly, because art can fetch a good price.
A Lucrative Deal
Art can be a good way to make some cash quickly and if you’re prepared to be reasonable, you’ll find a lot of buyers who will make you a good deal. It is up to you to find the right pawn shop for your art, but if you can, you’ll definitely make quite a bit of money for yourself. It is best to take a look at what’s on offer and decide ahead of time what you’ll take for your art.
