Our Services

  • Avery Galleries interior
    Avery Galleries, Bryn Mawr


    client relationships

    Like many art galleries, Avery Galleries has always been defined by our dedication to our clients — private collectors and institutions alike. In particular, we remain committed to working with new collectors.
     


    Art advisory

    In addition to operating a full-service gallery with locations in Bryn Mawr and New York, Avery Galleries has served in an art advisory capacity for many prominent collectors.  We are knowledgable in many genres of art beyond the gallery's typical inventory, including Post-War and Contemporary art, Impressionist/Modern masters, and photography.  We love not only to hear about what interests you, but welcome the challenge of sourcing rare and indemand artwork.

  • FRAMING and REStoration The way a painting is framed can be an important factor in how the artwork is perceived....
    John Leslie Breck painting in an important Charles Prendergast period frame


    FRAMING and REStoration

    The way a painting is framed can be an important factor in how the artwork is perceived. Paintings from different periods require different styles of frames and different painting palettes require different frame colors or tones. We always consider how the artist would have wanted to see their work framed, at the time it was created.

     

    Many artists were extremely specific in making these choices, some going so far as designing specific frames for their work. In every case, we purchase antique, “period” frames that were made at an appropriate time for each painting. Once we have decided on the right period and style for the frame, we assess the color tones that will best complement the artwork. Finding just the right frame can take days or weeks and is becoming more and more expensive as authentic period frames become ever scarcer. Nevertheless, the resulting “marriages” of painting to frame are essential to fully revealing the qualities of each work of art.

     

    When we buy paintings we believe we assume a curatorial responsibility. Each work of art we acquire is restored, as needed, in a responsible manner. Specifically, we ensure that the surface is stable and old varnish and dirt are removed. We believe it is important that a restorer use the least intrusive methods and that any restoration should be fully reversible. When clients acquire a painting from us, they are fully apprised of any work that has been performed.