Jonathan Davies
With 15 years of experience in Decorative Arts and Fine Art appraisal, I specialize in providing accurate valuations, condition assessments, and market insights for collectors and global institutions.
Online Valuation
Upload your photos. I will deliver an expert opinion on its authenticity and price
Buyer Support
Considering a purchase? I can review and share my opinion before you pay
Bespoke Service
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About
I'm Donald Gajadhar, Edward Fox-White's, Great, Great, Grandson. I am an accredited member of the Appraisers Association of America and have worked for over 30 years serving New York, NY. I have been involved in all aspects of the art and antique business, including auction houses to galleries, at International Art Fairs such as TEFAF in Maastricht, Netherlands, The Winter Antiques Show in New York, Design Miami, Florida, FOG Art Fair, San Francisco, Frieze Masters, London, UK and many more.I'm Donald Gajadhar, Edward Fox-White's, Great, Great, Grandson. I am an accredited member of the Appraisers Association of America and have worked for over 30 years serving New York, NY. I have been involved in all aspects of the art and antique business, including auction houses to galleries, at Inter...
Specialties
Fine Art (3)
Musical Instruments (2)
Jewelry (1)
Photography (2)
Sculpture (1)
Painting (4)
Credentials & Compliance
Certified Art Appraisal Specialist
Certified Appraiser of Personal Property (CAPP)
Issued Mar 2024
Credential ID 000321430
Skills: Art Valuation, Condition Assessment, Provenance Analysis
Graduate Member
Gemological Institute of America (GIA) Graduate
Issued Mar 2016
Skills: Image Analysis, Artwork Authentication, Digital Verification
GIA_Diploma_2025_GIA_Graduate.pdf
Accredited Member
International Society of Appraisers (ISA)
Issued Mar 2010
Skills: Cataloguing, Collection Tracking, Documentation Standards
Experience
Senior Appraiser
Sotheby’s
Jun 2019 - Aug 2025 · 9 yrs 9 mon
Associate Curator
Poly Auction
Jun 2019 - Aug 2025 · 9 yrs 9 mos
Independent Art Consultant
Bonhams
Jun 2019 - Aug 2025 · 9 yrs 9 mos
Projects
AI Artwork Authentication Tool
Jan 2025 – Present
🏷️ Associated with ArtValue Studio
Digital Art Collection Manager
Aug 2024 – Present
🏷️ Associated with CreativeHub
Education
MA in Art History
The Ohio State University · 2010
BA in Fine Arts
Anglia Ruskin University · 2006
BA in Fine Arts
Academy of Art University · 2001
Honors & Awards
Emerging Artist Excellence Award
Issued by ArtValue Analytics · January 2025
🏷️ Associated with Premium Appraisal Program
Collector’s Choice Award 2024
Issued by Global Art Collectors Guild · Dec 2024
🏷️ Associated with Verified Artist Portfolio
Rising Artist Recognition 2023
Issued by Creative Insights Board · Nov 2023
🏷️ Associated with Artist Growth Program
Publications
Understanding Modern Art Valuation: A Data-Driven Approach
ArtValue Journal · Jan 15, 2025
The Rise of AI in Artwork Authentication
CreativeTech Magazine · Nov 3, 2024
How Market Trends Influence Artwork Pricing in 2024
Global Art Insights · Jul 28, 2024
Languages
English
Full professional proficiency
French
Limited working proficiency
Italian
Full professional proficiency
Location
Greenwood Creative Tower, Floor 587 Riverside Innovation Street, Downtown Art District, San Francisco, CA 94108, United States