A New York-based fine art appraiser and advisor, David Shapiro has more than a quarter century of experience in the art world, with familiarity of its complexities from all angles.
A Certified Member of the Appraisers Association of America with a deisgnated specialty in postwar and contemporary art, Mr. Shapiro appraises art for purposes including insurance, both for scheduling and claims; tax, including trusts, estates, and donations; and collateral loans. Mr. Shapiro has worked on the appraisal of art in connection with numerous significant litigated matters. His appraisals are compliant with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP).
As an advisor, Mr. Shapiro facilitates purchases and sales of modern and contemporary art, helping clients navigate the nuances of both private and auction markets.
Mr. Shapiro has lectured on the art market and art valuation for institutions including ArtTable, DMINTI, The New Art Academy, the New Art Dealers Alliance, and Sotheby’s Institute of Art. His article, “The Dynamics of Valuing Emerging Art and Artists” was published in the Digital Journal of Advanced Appraisal Practice, and he has been a guest on the “Private Risk and Resilience Podcast”, speaking about art advisory, collecting, and appraisal. He is a committee member for the New York chapter of the Private Risk Management Association (PRMA).
A graduate of Columbia University, Mr. Shapiro has a background as an exhibiting artist and as an art historian. He is the founding editor of the contemporary art publication Museo, and has served as a contributing editor to several industry-leading art history textbooks, including Janson’s History of Art.
