About Dean

Professional Studies:

• Graduate of Appraisal Studies in Fine Arts and Decorative Arts, New York University
• IRS Guidelines in Valuation of Fine and Decorative Arts
• The Appraiser's Role in the Insurance Industry
• Research Methods in Fine Art for Appraisers
• Appraising 18th and 19th Century Furniture
• Appraising 18th and 19th Century Art
• Identifying and Appraising American Silver: 1880 -1940
• Appraising Estate Jewelry

Professional Afilliations:

• Gemological Institute of America, Diamond Grading
• Smithsonian, American Antique Furniture and Oriental Ceramics
• Appraisers Association of America
• New England Appraisers Association
• Portland State University, B.A.

Personal Credo

All Life, past and present, has dignity. All objects, natural and created, have dignity and order. Our individual perceptions of reality are important and deserve respect. I believe in conducting my work and personal life in a worthy, respectful, sensitive and careful manner. I hope this is reflected in the services we provide to clients and customers.

-Dean Severson