The content following each tag should be no longer than 200 characters. Make sure the last tag includes a tag. Prepare for your appraisal by becoming an art detective and finding out as much as you can about the work you would like appraised. Take several photographs of the work and make notes of the size and details such as small rips or tears in the canvas, the thickness of the paint, etc. Begin looking for an appraiser by either contacting a local public gallery or museum, or by looking in the telephone book.
Most public museums offer appraisal or referral services as part of their mandate.
Trying this route first will help you decide whether or not you wish to pursue the matter further. If you can't get a referral from a gallery or museum, phone appraisers within your area and ask them to send you a list of references. You might also wish to get in touch with a national appraisal organization like the American Society of Appraisers or the Appraisers Association of America. They can able to provide you with a list of accredited appraisers. Make sure that you are choosing an appraiser who specializes in the style of art you are presenting.