Starboard Canvas
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Legal Framework

Every acquisition at Starboard Canvas is underpinned by a rigorous legal and ethical structure. We don't just broker art; we secure legacies.

1. Scope of Advisory

By engaging Starboard Canvas, you're entering into a professional advisory relationship governed by New York state law. Our services—from marine-themed curation to financial appraisals—are provided on a bespoke basis.

While we offer extensive data-driven insights into art as a financial asset, do we guarantee market appreciation? No professional should. Art investment involves inherent risks, and past performance is never a crystalline mirror for the future.

2. Authenticity & Verification

Our brokerage maintains a zero-tolerance policy regarding provenance discrepancies. We utilize a dual-layer verification process. First, physical appraisal by our internal experts. Second, third-party forensic analysis for marquee acquisitions.

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3. Financial Disclosures

Commission structures are transparent and disclosed upfront. We don't believe in hidden procurement fees. Your portfolio's health is our primary metric of success.

Client Trust

"The clarity in their legal documentation gave me the confidence to move forward with a major marine collection acquisition."

Mahrous H.

Starboard Canvas doesn't cut corners. Their attention to authenticity verification is the gold standard in New York. I've worked with many advisors, but their financial transparency is unmatched.

Arwen Alafa / Senior Partner, Heritage Finance

Why did we choose Starboard Canvas? Because they treat art like the serious asset it is, providing a legal framework that rivals top-tier wealth management firms.

Scoot Plagens