Matt from Your Herefordshire was invited to meet local valuation expert Kate Bliss, who runs her jewellery and fine art valuation company in Hereford’s Bridge Street.
Kate is an approved registered valuer with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and a Fellow of the Gemmological Association of Great Britain.
Born into a successful auctioneering businesses, Kate grew up in the auction world and has always been fascinated by the history and craftsmanship of beautiful objects. After graduating from Brasenose College, Oxford, Kate studied fine art and specialised in jewellery & silver. With over 20 years experience in the fine art and antiques business, Kate covers all the main areas such as ceramics, furniture, textiles, paintings and works on paper.
Frequently appearing as an expert valuer and presenter on television, Kate runs her own valuation practice and is consultant with a number of UK auction houses, undertaking valuations in her home county of Herefordshire, London and the provinces.
An early 20th Century platinum Sri Lankan sapphire and diamond cluster ring – From an Oxfordshire estate, sold for £91,840 (including buyer’s premium
Kate’s professional and reliable valuation service covers whole estates to private collections and includes a bespoke arrangement of items for sale to maximise their potential value and ensure a smooth, stress-free management of assets. Kate also provides the most up-to-date and accurate valuations for insurance purposes, giving you peace of mind that you are adequately covered in the event of a loss and avoid paying excess premiums.
Dame Laura Knight, ‘Hop Picking’, oil on canvas – From a Herefordshire estate, sold for £72,160 (including buyer’s premium)
You can find out more about Kate’s business by clicking this link -> Antique valuation company | Kate Bliss Ltd
