We offer specialized guidance in:
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Establishing Fine Art Collections
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Authenticating Artworks
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Appraising Art, and
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Documenting Art Collections
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Photography
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Collecting fine art, and properly managing your art assets will preserve significant history for future generations.
What We Do
Walker Scott Art Advisory is experienced in measuring and analysing the creative elements in modern and contemporary art. These elements determines the true asset value of individual artworks. Our advisory service is designed to provide clients with expert opinions regarding the quality and value of artworks. In addition we offer art collectors a comprehensive range of art-related services.
End-to-End Art Services
COLLECTION STRATEGY
We provide unbiased guidance to help clients navigate complex acquisition processes and build meaningful art portfolios.
RESEARCH & ANALYSIS
Our recommendations are based on in-depth research into provenance, authenticity, condition, and aesthetic quality.
VALUATION
We assess artworks by considering rarity, aesthetic merit, and the artist’s market standing to predict future asset values.
ACQUISITION & DISPOSAL
We facilitate the purchase of quality artworks and advise collectors on strategies to sell art pieces.
COLLECTION MANAGEMENT
We offer comprehensive art management, including curatorial advice, installation, documentation, framing, conservation, insurance, storage, shipping, and blockchain provenance services.
LOAN AGREEMENTS
We help collectors enhance their legacy by facilitating loans for exhibitions in museums and institutions.
PHOTOGRAPHY
We oversee professional art photography to ensure high-quality archival documentation.
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Walker Scott operates independently, offering neutral and impartial advice to art collectors and Institutions. We do not represent artists or commercial galleries.
Founding Partner
Dr. Fred Scott
Fred’s passion for art began at an early age, leading him to start collecting during his student years. After earning a PhD in chemical sciences from Stellenbosch University, he built a distinguished career in academia, the chemical industry, and technology transfer.
Upon retiring from science, Fred seamlessly transitioned into the art world, driven by a lifelong enthusiasm for contemporary art. His deep interest in art history sharpened his connoisseurship and ability to identify significant modern and contemporary works. His understanding of evolving styles and mediums has shaped his expertise in curating exhibitions and advising collectors.
As the founding partner of Walker Scott Art Advisory, Fred continues to provide insightful guidance to collectors and stakeholders in the art industry.
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Media Gallery
We contribute thought leadership articles to both art and mainstream media. We participate, upon invitation, in various discussions and interviews regarding art market information and provide specialized guidance in matters pertaining to collecting art.
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