Are Thomas Kinkade paintings worth anything?

Local artist Kinkade died three years ago at the age of 54. It’s been said that one out of every 20 homes in America has his work on a wall. But the signed and numbered limited editions have gone up anywhere from $300 to $1,000 since the artist’s death, and they’ll likely continue to increase in value.

Are there hidden things in Thomas Kinkade paintings?

Throughout his life Thomas Kinkade shared his joy and used his paints in support of hospitals, schools, and humanitarian relief. Numerous paintings contain hidden “N’s” representing Thom’s lovely wife Nanette and many other paintings include the numbers 5282 as tribute to their wedding date May 2, 1982.

Who is Thomas Kinkade wife?

Nanette Wileym. 1982–2012
Thomas Kinkade/Wife

Gallery: Thomas Kinkade: The Painter, The Wife And The Girlfriend. His wife Nanette Kinkade, from whom he was separated after 30 years of marriage, is embroiled in a will contest with his girlfriend Amy Pinto, who he was living with when he died.

Are unsigned prints worth anything?

Unsigned Prints. Signatures count for a lot at a print market since they add to the artwork’s authenticity. The value of a signed print is usually two or more times higher than the value of an unsigned print, so if you have a choice, it’s always better to go for the signed version.

Why did Thomas and Nanette Kinkade separate?

Pinto began dating the artist six months after his marriage of 28 years crumbled. Thomas and Nanette were legally separated when he died of an accidental overdose of alcohol and Valium.

What happened to the Painter of Light?

On Tuesday, the coroner’s office in Santa Clara, California, announced that the death of Thomas Kinkade, the Painter of Light™, purveyor of kitsch prints to the masses, was caused by an accidental overdose of alcohol and Valium.

Where to buy limited edition Thomas Kinkade art?

We only offer authentic Thomas Kinkade Studios Limited Edition Art, Gifts and Collectibles directly from Thomas Kinkade Studios. If you have any questions or prefer to shop by phone, please contact us at 1-888-368-1336.

How is Thomas Kinkade’s canvas art reproduction done?

Our reproduction process captures not only the color and mood of the original image but the actual brushwork as well. Every canvas piece is hand-retouched by skilled artisans, giving the final piece a unique crafted quality only found from Thomas Kinkade Studios.

Why did Thomas Kinkade use the pseudonym Robert Girrard?

Kinkade created paintings and graphic works simultaneously, offering his originals to galleries throughout California. From 1984 to 1989, he took on the pseudonym “Robert Girrard” in order to experiment with his style, using the techniques of French Impressionists and painted several hundred paintings under that name.

Are there any Thomas Kinkade wall calendars?

Thomas Kinkade Studios wall calendars are available in a variety of themes, featuring favorite Kinkade images. Our original paintings are captured in lovely full-color… Elegant vignettes of Thomas Kinkade’s most popular images, handcrafted on premium canvas and framed in a stunning oval oak-stained wood presentation.