J Lee Drexler, James R Cohen

Fabulous Finds

How Expert Appraiser Lee Drexler Sold Wall Street's Charging Bull, Found Hidden Treasures and Mingled with the Rich & Famous

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Produktbeschreibung

Offering an insider's look at the exciting modern art scene, this guide dishes out revealing stories and memorable encounters with the rich and famous--including Dr. Ruth Westheimer, Oprah Winfrey, and Luciano Pavarotti--as well as situations the author would rather forget, such as when a famous rock star tried to seduce her. Rich with personal insights and recollections, this entertaining account also offers a wealth of practical advice on how to successfully appraise and purchase fine art, furniture, antiques, and jewelry without getting cheated, whether in the United States or abroad. Tips on how to successfully sell acquisitions are also featured.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Linden Publishing
• Seitenzahl: 174
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Mai 2011
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 226mm x 147mm x 15mm
• Gewicht: 272g
• ISBN-13: 9781610350136
• ISBN-10: 1610350138
• Artikelnr.: 32794782

Autorenporträt

J. Lee Drexleris president of Esquire Appraisals, Inc. She is accredited by the American Society of Appraisers at the senior level and has twice served as president of their Hudson Valley-New York chapter. A certified member of the Appraisers Association of America, she has studied independently at fine art museums and archaeological museums in 80 countries across the world. She has contributed to the ""New York Law Journal,"" is a former associate professor of appraisal at Hofstra University, and has appeared on the shows ""Conversations"" and ""High Net Worth."" James R. Cohen is a founding member of the law firm Kleinberg, Kaplan, Wolff, & Cohen, P. C. whose clients include the Estate of Jim Henson. He is an expert in appraisal legal requirements and income tax law applicable to charitable donations of art. They both live in New York City.