Clearing Out Mom and Dad's Place

Well a tough year it has been. First my step dad passed followed by my Mom 2 months later. After all the fine print, i's dotted and t's crossed it is time to clear what is left. We were left with a lifetime of collectibles, memorabilia, art, and a house that needed to be just about completely rehabbed. Let's start with the fine art. They left many paintings, some by notable artists, some by unknown. As the rest has been cleared away I am now dealing with the art.

I have done a lot of research, but still nearly impossible to get values on paintings without paying hundreds of dollars. I've decided to wing it on some. Most of the paintings really are not worth that much…..we're not talking thousands here, but of course want to get their value if possible, while finding a good home for them. I have finally decided to list them on one of my ebay sites.

My Dad loved the composer Wagner. He loved Wagner's massive piece "The Ring" and went to Arizona to see the presentation. While there, he found a piece of art to bring home. It is by Amy Shock. Ms. Shock did a great many of the background art pieces for this particular presentation in Arizona. Some info on it here: http://www.deseretnews.com/article/497273/RING-TAKES-ON-A-SOUTHWESTERN-SPLENDOR.html?pg=all

This is a small piece of art, and because it is framed, I have not taken it out to examine it, but believe it to be a print. Lovely little piece. If interested, and for more info, it can be found here

More to follow soon…...