Ruffner Art Advisory

03/03/2026

03/03/2026

An artwork’s market value doesn’t only live on the “canvas” - it lives in the artist’s story…

02/03/2026

Are you a Coca-Cola fan?
Pop art meets local history. 
Coca-Cola has deep roots in Chattanooga, making this iconic imagery feel especially at home here. Bright, bold, and instantly recognizable, this work taps into nostalgia while celebrating the visual language of American pop culture.
Art that feels both familiar and fresh.

11/18/2025

What Really Happens During an Art Appraisal
An art appraisal is more than just putting a price on a piece; it’s a deep dive into its story, condition, and place in the market. From inspecting the artwork in person to researching its history, artist, and provenance, each step helps determine its true value.
Appraisers combine art knowledge, market data, and careful observation to produce a professional report used for insurance, resale, or estate planning.
 Learn more about how value is determined. Read the full post on our website. Link in Bio! 

08/09/2025

Happy Birthday Andy Warhol!
#

03/22/2025

Proud mom moment… Many favorites on this trip but this guy is my all time fav.

11/22/2024

11/21/2024

Chelsea Gallery Art post with art pal If you can, go experience/explore these shows.


Pics 1-4 “In the Colorless Light of Day”
Pics 5-7 Simone Leigh
Pics 8-9 Cecily Brown “Five Senses”
Pics 10-15 Ai Weiwei “Childs Play”

11/18/2024

Photo dump #1 from a much needed quick art pilgrimage to NYC with a dear friend.
#1-6: Giorgio Morandi “Time Suspended”
#7: Simone Martini, “Christ Discovered in the Temple” (1342); exhibit Siena: The Rise of Painting 1300-1350
#8 Egon Schiele “Portrait of the Painter Karl Zakovsek” (1910)

08/19/2024

PSA - hiring an accredited appraiser to appraise works during the estate planning process is MUCH less expensive than legal fees and court costs AND hiring an appraiser.

06/12/2024

Thank you for the in !! Looking forward to helping Nashville appraise their art. Come see me the Saturday June 15 at the Nashville Fairgrounds if you’re in the area. Link in my bio for more information.