Business Details
10 Years
experience
Expert Art & Antique Valuation Services in London
Established in 2016, Doerr Valuations has built a reputation as a leading independent specialist in art and antique valuations. Our team comprises internationally recognised experts with decades of combined experience in fine art, antiques, jewellery, and classic cars. We work closely with insurance brokers, solicitors, and wealth managers to deliver precise, market-led assessments tailored to client needs. Our services span insurance valuations, probate, divorce settlements, and art financing, supported by rigorous research and photographic documentation. We prioritise discretion and security, operating under strict confidentiality protocols and advanced IT systems.With a presence across the UK and Europe, we serve high-net-worth individuals, institutions, and corporate clients. Our commitment to integrity and accuracy has earned us recognition from major insurers and financial organisations. In 2022, we achieved FSQS accreditation, demonstrating compliance with industry-leading standards. We offer periodic valuation updates to reflect market trends and provide clients with peace of mind. Our team's academic and industry affiliations ensure access to global scholarly networks for unparalleled expertise.
Services
Insurance Valuations
Probate Valuations
Divorce Asset Valuations
Art Financing
Collection Management
Taxation Valuations
Estate Valuations
Watch Appraisals
Antique Assessments
Art Advisory
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of combined experience in art market valuations
- Our team includes internationally recognised specialists in fine art and antiques
- We maintain FSQS accreditation for financial sector compliance
- We provide secure, confidential valuations with GDPR-compliant systems
- Our reports are accepted by all leading UK insurance carriers
Associations and certifications
- FSQS
Services
Insurance Valuations
Our insurance valuations ensure accurate replacement costs for art, antiques, and high-value items. Specialists examine each piece to provide detailed descriptions, provenance notes, and market values. Reports include photographic documentation for identification purposes and are accepted by all leading insurers.
Probate Valuations
We provide precise valuations for inheritance tax purposes, focusing on furniture, paintings, and personal possessions. Our team works directly with solicitors to ensure accurate open-market assessments required by HMRC. Reports include photographic evidence and market value summaries.
Art Financing
Our art financing service uses fine art as collateral for secured loans. We connect clients with specialist lenders offering competitive rates. This service allows collectors to maintain ownership while accessing liquidity for business or investment opportunities.
Divorce Settlements
We provide independent valuations for equitable division of high-value assets during divorce proceedings. Our specialists assess fine art, antiques, and collectables to determine fair market values without bias, ensuring transparent property distribution.
Collection Management
Our bespoke collection management includes conservation planning, insurance reviews, and security assessments. We help clients maintain and enhance their collections' value through tailored advisory services and market intelligence.
People
Rachel Doerr
Founder
Established the company in 2016 with extensive art valuation expertise, previously working with leading auction houses and private collectors.
David Dallas
Chief Executive
Joined in 2019 with 25+ years' experience in the art valuation sector, bringing industry contacts and strategic leadership to the business.
Ben Hanly
Director
Became shareholder in 2022, specialising in modern art valuations and digital collection management systems implementation.
Alastair Meiklejon
Director
Appointed in 2022 with expertise in antique furniture valuation and international auction market dynamics.
Questions
What valuation services do you offer?
We provide insurance valuations, probate assessments, divorce settlement valuations, art financing support, and collection management services across the UK and Europe.
Are your valuations accepted by insurers?
Yes, our reports are accepted by all leading UK insurance carriers and include photographic documentation for identification purposes.
How do you ensure valuation accuracy?
Our specialists conduct thorough examinations, market research, and periodic updates to reflect current market trends and values.
Do you offer emergency valuation services?
We prioritise timely service but don't specifically list emergency valuations - please contact us for urgent requirements.
What payment methods do you accept?
Payment method details aren't specified in our documentation - please contact our team for billing arrangements.
Are financing options available?
Yes, we offer art-secured lending solutions allowing owners to leverage assets without selling them.
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