Art studio Sergey Konstantinov.
Art studio designing and producing classical and contemporary murals,
restoration & conservation decorative arts, painting &
sculpture. Fine art gallery.
Cost of Your Art Collection: Installation and Conservation.
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Budgeting for Conservation
First, check with your insurance agent as your policy might cover the cost of conservation.
Conservation
efforts will begin with an evaluation and consultation in your home but
more often will be completed in a lab. Costs for a general consultation
can range from free assessments with MD Art Conservation to a fee of
$100 a piece by the Conservation Center.
You
can run additional assessment services. For instance, an x-ray to
examine damage in finer detail can cost between $400 to $1,000.
Every
conservation effort is different and depends on the damage. Cleaning an
oil painting can range from $100 to $250 an hour. Textile conservation
ranges from $60 to $175 an hour. Paper-based conservation can range from
$85 to $150 an hour.
All
in all, the price tag of your artwork is not just the one you saw at an
auction house or in a gallery. To protect and preserve your investment,
it’s important to consider factors like proper and secure installation
along with conservation to maintain its condition and value.
Reasonable Expectations: What Will It Cost?
Some
installers charge a flat trip charge, which will cover the cost of
their travel, ladders, tools, and specialty hardware. This fee is
dependant on your city and the accessibility of your location. In New
York City, this fee can range from $125 to $300, while in Denver the fee
ranges from $75 to $100.
It
is not uncommon for a professional installer or installation service to
charge by the hour which can range from $40 - $85 an hour for a single
professional.
The
nationwide average cost to hang a single picture is $60, but this is
also dependant on the installation surface. For example, a drywall
hanging of a framed print can range from $40 to $120 and hanging the
same print on a stone wall can range from $100 to $200.
Find
a professional installer or installation service you are comfortable
with that is insured. Ask your local network of galleries and other
collectors for recommendations or try an online professional service
finder.
