Appraisals
Vendu Rotterdam offers appraisals of goods for auction, insurance and inheritance. Our specialists use their expertise to evaluate your goods. We will draw up a report in the case of insurance and inheritance appraisals. This will not be necessary if you wish to have your goods appraised to consign them for our auction(s).
Appraisal for auction
Are you tired of your old artwork of have you decided not to keep the inheritance of a loved one? Our appraisers will gladly advise you how to sell your items as well as possible. When you subsequently decide to consign your goods for auction, our specialists will advise you on the right type of auction for your objects.
You can make an appointment to visit us for an auction appraisal during our opening hours (Monday-Friday 09.00 to 17.00). In case of special items or a large collection we also offer appraisals on location.
For more information on the procedure of the consignment of goods, please visit Selling. This page also contains our auction rates, see ‘Costs & Commission’.
Vendu Rotterdam adheres to the ethical code of Federatie TMV (Dutch Federation of certified appraisers, brokers and auctioneers in movable assets).
Inheritance
Handling the estate of a loved one can be overwhelming. Vendu Rottterdam has more than 200 years’ experience and expertise in the appraisal, division and auctioning of estates. We can help you take care of your inheritance in a professional manner, from appraisals to the clearing of a dwelling.
Will and inheritance
When a person has passed away and leaves an inheritance, his or her possessions are divided among the heirs. Who the heirs are is stipulated by law. Besides this the deceased could have drawn up a will with a notary, in which the division of the inheritance is laid out in detail. One of our affiliated notaries can advise you regarding the execution of a will.
Appraisal report
Among other things, the inheritance consists of the household effects of the deceased. When you are looking to make a fair division of the inheritance among the heirs, we can determine the value of the possessions and make an objective appraisal report.
The goods can be divided among the heirs on the basis of this report. Besides this the report may be used for the purpose of any inheritance declarations with the tax authorities.
You can find our rates for appraisals here.
Vendu Rotterdam adheres to the ethical code of Federatie TMV (Dutch Federation of certified appraisers, brokers and auctioneers in movable assets).
Auction of goods
In case the heirs decide to resign (part of) the inherited goods we offer the option of auctioning them for you. For more information on the procedure of the consignment of goods, please visit Selling.
Clearing of a dwelling
Vendu Rotterdam likes to take things of your hands when it comes to taking care of an inheritance. Besides our appraisals we arrange the clearing of dwellings in cooperation with Jan den Otter Transport B.V. We can come and collect your consigned goods and make sure that all other items are properly disposed of. You can find more information on the page Transport & Clearing.
Insurances
Appraisal report
When you are in the possession of valuable goods or an art collection it is wise to arrange adequate insurance. Vendu Rotterdam can be of service by determining the value of your goods and providing an objective appraisal report.
How does an appraisal for insurance work?
In case of an appraisal for insurance the replacement value of the objects will have to be determined. In case of loss or damage the possessions can then be properly replaced. Therefore the replacement value of an object is generally higher than its actual market value or any auction proceeds. The replacement value should allow you to purchase an object of similar kind, quality, condition and age.
You can find our rates for appraisals here.
Vendu Rotterdam adheres to the ethical code of the Federatie TMV (Dutch Federation of certified appraisers, brokers and auctioneers in movable assets).