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1. Get familiar with the artwork before you buy art.
Get to know the full range of artist’s work.
You can do your research online, catalogs, or in person.

2. Inspect the artwork you are interested in.
Check the front, back, sides and edges, dates and signature.
Here are a few other things to consider:

3. 1. Originality – is it original or reproduced.
2. Major or minor – is it complex art?
3. Is it typical or not? – typical art usually worth more.

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