What: WUFT Appraisal Day
WUFT-TV invites supporters from our community at large to bring antiques, fine art, and collectibles to a very special event where a team of appraisers will be on site to share their expertise about your prized possessions. Share the story of your collection journey with our team, and watch WUFT-TV in the future to re-live the experience of the day with our audience!
When: February 11, 2024
Where: Hilton University of Florida Conference Center | 1714 SW 34th Street Gainesville, Florida 32607
Registration for this event is closed.
Appraisers
Sarah J. Anderson
Plum Appraisals
(904) 325-2868 (Office)
Working out of historic downtown St. Augustine Florida, Sarah J. Anderson, International Society of Appraisers Accredited Member (ISA AM), conducts detailed and accurate appraisals of antiques, home furnishings, collectibles, and equipment. She is an Accredited Member of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), and is qualified to write appraisal reports for insurance, divorce/equitable division, estate taxes, or personal planning. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Flagler College.
Sarah has been valuing and selling household items for 17 years with passion and experience that started with finding unique quality items while working in secondary resale stores, and eventually earning the distinction to lead workshops and write training materials for her leading non-profit employer to train employees on what valuable items to look out for and list in online auctions. She has also worked in estate sales and antique shops, in addition to being an ISA member appraiser and regularly conducting appraisals since 2019.
Paris Gartner
Ocala Antique Mall & Estates
(352) 624-2511 (Office)
Paris Gartner was literally born into the antique sales business at the Ocala Antique Mall. Growing up, she was always surrounded by incredibly talented antiquity professionals and educators. Some people wonder how many lives she’s lived because of her vast knowledge in antiques. As they say: once it’s in your blood, it never leaves! Antiques have been a love for Paris’ entire life. Researching has always been of second-nature, so when you put the two together, you have Paris- someone with the constant will to learn about antiquities, their history, and value. In other words, Paris sees herself as a historian of “stuff.” Antiques have a long history that are typically linked to historical eras and ancient cultures. They are not only tangible items. Oftentimes, the story defines the object itself. Paris’ personal expertise falls in the era of the late 1700’s-1920’s. Whether it’s Primitive Americana, Empire, Gothic, Arts & Crafts, Victorian, Rococo Revival, Edwardian, Art Nouveau, American or European- fine furniture, furnishings, art, silver, and porcelain of this timeframe are among the few fields I specialize in. Being face-to-face with such rich history, hearing sentimental stories, discovering precious valuables, and learning something new every day are only a few reasons why Paris loves what she does. It’s like a treasure hunt every day of her life- and who doesn’t love a treasure hunt?! Paris says the fact that she’s had the opportunity to immerse herself in the area has been nothing short of a blessing. Hopefully, in years to come, Paris’ passion for antiques will pour into the hearts of others and continue to live on.
Alexander Golden
Renaissance Appraisals – Lost Art Gallery
210 St. George Street, C-1
St. Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 827-9800 (Office)
Alexander has served as an Art Consultant for Lost Art Gallery for over five years. His great love of Art History and Research provides his appraisal and gallery clients a wealth of knowledge. He has been a member of the International Society of Appraisers since May 11, 2021.
Besides his appraisal projects, Alexander manages both Lost Art Gallery and Sea Spirits Gallery in St Augustine, Florida. Both galleries received the awards of Best in Florida, a testament to customer care and curation of works of Art.
Victoria Golden
Lost Art Gallery – Renaissance Appraisals, Ltd.
210 St. George Street, C-1
St. Augustine, FL 32084
(904) 827-9800 (Office)
Victoria and her team specialize in American, European and Latin American Fine Art for Insurance, Museum Donations, Estates and Resale.
She served on the Board of Directors as President for the Palm Beach-Ft. Lauderdale Chapter of the International Society of Appraisers. She is owner and senior appraiser with Renaissance Appraisals, LLC. She has been a member of the International Society of Appraisers since January 3, 1997.
She was initiated into the renowned Explorers Club (one of 12 selected Internationally in 2011). In 2023 Victoria received the Albert Nelson’s Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award with Marquis Who’s Who in America and was selected as the top 200 for her distinguished accomplishments and dedication to excellence in her fields.
Through her appraisal practice, Victoria Golden saw the need to assist individuals in finding good homes for their treasures. As a result, she opened Lost Art Gallery in 1996 in Gainesville and later moved it to St. Augustine, Florida. Her special gallery features 18th, 19th and 20th century American and European Fine Art and treasures from around the world. Her son Alexander Golden assists in both appraisals and managing the gallery. She also has a second gallery Sea Spirits Gallery. Both galleries were recognized as Best in Florida in 2023.
Susan Scaff
Another Memory Appraisals and Estate Sales, LLC
(904) 599-1976 (Office)
Susan Scaff, Graduate Certified Appraiser (GCA), is the proprietress of Another Memory Appraisals and Estate Sales, LLC serving St. Johns County and surrounding areas. Being certified in the areas of estate sale management as well as antiques and residential contents appraising, you can be confident she will provide you with due diligence research, accurate pricing and values.
In 2009, Susan started her part-time studies with the College for Appraisers (one of a few established at that time) and completed the USPAP requirements and her AA Cum Laude as a Graduate Certified Appraiser December 2012. Additionally in 2008, she was awarded a scholarship from ISA (International Society of Appraisers) to attend their yearly seminar featuring educational studies and hands-on valuations in Winston Salem, NC. During this period, Susan was “testing the waters” in appraising and hosting estate sales. It was well received in her community, and she felt she’d found her niche!
2010 found Susan ready to further broaden her studies into the management of estate sales. A well-recognized and respected estate sale company in Gainesville, Florida was hosting a seminar on The Business of Estate Sales which she attended. Since then, Susan has continued to attend educational seminars, visit auctions/shops to keep up with local trends/values, ensure her Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) certifications remain active all while hosting sales. Susan currently works with several law firms in estate management as well as private individuals. She is proud to say they utilize her services regularly and have referred clients for appraisals and sales. Personal word of mouth is the ultimate compliment. This has been Susan’s passion, and she’s never looked back.
Susan is a generalist appraiser. Knowing where to find the information on an item is half the battle. Appraisals are opinions of value and may differ from appraiser to appraiser. Part of the fun is discovering what an item is, it’s approx. age and value. When asked, “What should someone bring to an antique fair,” Susan will tell them to bring something they know nothing about. Try to stump the appraiser. It can be done! If you stump the appraiser, good for you! Don’t bring something you already know the history of unless its specific value is what you are looking for.
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