In-Context maintains a large number of images. You may also search by artist, style, movement, or genre. Graphics searchable by subject, genre, artist or keyword. Dictionary and museum databases are also available. Appraisals The interest in appraisals of art and collectibles has grown considerably along with the popularity of the PBS program Antiques Roadshow.
Appraisals are available at some auction houses.
Usually there is a fee for this service. Butterfields in San Francisco can provide either a free, minimal appraisal or a fee-based, more in depth format. They also host free first come, first-served appraisal clinics from 9 a.m. to noon on the first and third Mondays of the month at 220 San Bruno Ave., San Francisco. Consult the Directory of Auction Houses for links to your local area or more than 2,000 auction companies worldwide. Collectibles Information on collectibles is available at a variety of sites.