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Rachael Wiggs

Independent Fine Art Appraiser & Gallery Consultant

Rachael Wiggs is a museum-trained art professional with a background in museum studies, curatorial practice, and collection stewardship. She combines rigorous research and formal methodology with a warm, collaborative approach, taking time to understand each client’s goals and each object’s story. Her work is grounded in ethical standards, clear communication, and a steady, thoughtful perspective on both the art and the people entrusted to her care.

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Fine Art & Estate Appraisals

Rachael is an accredited ISA member who provides USPAP-compliant appraisals for a full range of needs — from estate planning and insurance coverage to charitable donation documentation, divorce proceedings, and expert witness testimony.

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Curatorial & Gallery Consulting Services

From shaping collection strategy and guiding acquisitions to designing compelling exhibitions and refining visual merchandising, Rachael partners with galleries, private collectors, and cultural institutions to create spaces that engage, inspire, and resonate.

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