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Welcome to
MECA Gallery
Where Original Art
Finds Its True Worth
CREDIBLE APPRAISAL & ADVISORY
Know The Value of Art. Make An Informed Decision
WE PROVIDE:
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USPAP, and ISA-compliant Appraisal Specializing in Eastern Art ( MENAT Region Art & Treasures )
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Informed Art Investment Guidance
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Thoughtfully Curated Selection of Original Works
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
Who we are?
We are a Toronto-based 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.
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As a highly qualified and knowledgeable appraiser, the founder of MECA Gallery brings deep expertise in Middle Eastern fine art and antiques, cultural heritage and decorative arts, as well as a broad range of contemporary Western art, offering clients thoughtful insight and trusted guidance.
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Trusted by leading institutions across the art world, including museums, insurance companies, auction houses, collectors, and galleries, we provide appraisal services conducted in strict accordance with ISA and USPAP standards, rules, and Codes of Ethics.
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Dedicated to promoting talented artists and inspiring passionate art collectors, MECA Gallery is committed to safeguarding valuable artworks and cultural heritage while fostering meaningful cross-cultural dialogue between Canadian art lovers and the global art community. Through our online gallery and in-person exhibitions, we present authentic, original, and valuable artworks, sharing the universal message of art across borders.
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How Do I Start Getting My Art or Antique Appraised?
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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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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We will respond to your email:​​
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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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Determining Value/ Eastimating Cost
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Value Conclusion, reasoning and justification, supported by research, market data, and appraisal purpose.
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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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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.
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