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MECA Gallery
Where Original Art
Finds Its True Worth
Know the Value of Art and
Make an Informed Decision
We Provide Professional Valuation Services for Fine Art, Decorative Art, and Antiques
A professional ISA AM appraiser provides trustworthy guidance to safeguard your art finance.
Our Services:
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Fine Art & Decorative Art Appraisal
Independent appraisal services provided by an Accredited Member of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).
All reports are prepared in accordance with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP).
Specialization: Eastern Fine & Decorative Arts, with particular expertise in works originating from Persian, Arab, and Turkish cultures.​​​
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Risk Management and Art Investment Advisory
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Original Well-Documented Art Works Ready to Buy
Charles Hossein Zenderoudi (Illustration created for the French translation of the Holy Qur’an of Ibn al-Bawwab, by Jean Grosjean, published in 1972 by Éditions Philippe Lebaud; Club du LivreAn , Appraised in 2023
Expert appraisal inspection of the artwork attributed to Sohrab Sepehri, Appraised in 2024.
The appraisal fee varies depending on the scope and intensity of research required, the appraisal objective, the intended use of the report, the availability of documentation and market data, and the type of report requested.
Key elements play a crucial role in forming a credible, unbiased value opinion by an expert art Appraiser :
Identification
Documentation
Authontication
Provenance
Condition
Literature, Bibliography, History of Art
Market Data Research
Market Analysis & Justification
To ensure credible and trustworthy appraisal opinions, we apply due diligence and the Broad Evidence Rule while consistently collaborating with a wide network of trusted experts, as required by the specific purpose and scope of each appraisal. This includes art authentication laboratories, professional X-ray, IRR, UV and racking light photography services, forensic testing, art historians, peer appraisers, and leading art market data and provenance research resources.
Why You May Need an Independent Professional Appraiser:​
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Insurance Coverage and Claims
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Institutes and Museums Art Collection Assessment.
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Private Collectors, Auction Houses, Galleries
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Estate Planning, Estate Sales, and Estate Tax
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CRA-Compliant Appraisals and Tax-Deductible Donations
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CCPERB Cultural Property Gift Donations
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Business Dissolution and Asset Valuation
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Family Heritage, Asset Distribution, and Succession Planning
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Relocating Your Artworks
Kaswa/ Kiswah, the sacred cloth covering the Holy Kaaba in Mecca ( Getting Appraised in 2025)
A valuable 20 k gold and 95 k silver handcrafted Kiswah door panel for the Holy Kaaba, from an Arab royal family collection. Appraised in 2025 by our expert using the broad evidence method.
Who we are?
We are a Toronto-based, Independent fine & decorative art advisory and valuation hub dedicated to providing exceptional appraisal services worldwide. Each year, we deliver over 700 hours of documented, USPAP-compliant appraisal services. Our expert opinions of value are tailored to your specific purpose and intended use. Our clients trust us for our:
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Expert Leadership
Led by a highly qualified appraiser with deep expertise in Middle Eastern fine art, antiques, cultural heritage, decorative arts, and contemporary Western art.
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Trusted by the Art Community
Valuation and appraisal services are relied upon by museums, insurance companies, auction houses, collectors, and galleries.
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Standards and Ethics
All appraisals are conducted in strict compliance with ISA and USPAP standards, rules, and Codes of Ethics.
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Independent and Unbiased Appraisals
Appraisal services are fully objective, with no financial interest or conflict related to the items being appraised.
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Gallery Representation
Through our independent gallery, we represent emerging artists and offer selected artworks from our own and partner collections, entirely separate from any appraised items.
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Commitment to Cultural Heritage
Dedicated to safeguarding valuable artworks and cultural heritage while promoting responsible stewardship.
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Cross-Cultural Connection
Fostering meaningful dialogue between Canadian art lovers and the global art community.
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Curated Exhibitions and Online Presence
Presenting authentic, original, and valuable artworks through online platforms and in-person exhibitions.
How can I inquire an appraisal service?
It doesn’t matter whether your artwork was discovered in your grandmother’s basement or is a museum-quality collection being donated as a cultural gift to an institution, you need to know the current value of your art.
Getting an art appraisal doesn’t have to feel complicated. Here’s how we guide you, step by step, from your first question to a fully certified appraisal report.
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Email us and briefly write about your item, including:​
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Type of item
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Photos (if available)
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Size, medium, and any known history
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Purpose of the appraisal (insurance, estate, donation, resale, etc.)
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Heech by Parviz Tanavoli,
Appraised in 2026
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Research & Market Analysis:
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Primary and secondary market data
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Auction records, private sales, and comparable works
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Art historical references and relevant market trends and overview
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Monster by Bahman Mohasses, Appraised in 2025
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Kind of value is needed (fair market value, replacement value, etc.)
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How the appraisal will be conducted (online review or in-person inspection)
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Timeline and fees​
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Landscape by Parviz Kalantari
Appraized in 2024,2025
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Determining Value/ Eastimating Cost
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Value Conclusion, reasoning and justification, supported by research, market data, and appraisal purpose.
Illustration by Charles Hossein Zenderoudi
Appraised in 2023
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Inspection & Documentation​​​​​
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In-person or online inspection, Photography
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Documentation of condition, signature, medium, frame, labels
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Authentication, exhibition history, and provenance
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Abstract Painting by Sohrab Sepehri, Appraised in 2023
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Final Report DeliverY​
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You will recieve a ISA ARWS and USPAP copmliant appraisal report prepareed by an ISA-accredited appraiser.
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Clear report delivery, plain-language review, and ongoing support and assistance.
Snow White by Abbas Kiarostami, Appraised in 2024
