About Roger Howard

With three decades of experience as an antique dealer behind him, Roger Howard has a solid reputation for honesty, integrity and dependability. He is the former owner of River Oaks Antiques Center, at that time, one of Houston's largest and most respected antique businesses.

In 1998, Mr. Howard became a member of the International Society of Appraisers and began channeling his knowledge and expertise into the business of conducting estate sales and appraisals. Today he and his staff of professionals provide a comprehensive list of related services to private individuals, law firms, banks, and trust and estate professionals.

Roger Howard's specialty is fine antiques, decorative arts and collectibles—both American and European. However, he is also skilled in the evaluation and liquidation of all kinds of personal property—everything from jewelry and fine art to household appliances and automobiles.

Professional Credentials

Accreditation

Roger Howard is a graduate of the University of Maryland/International Society of Appraisers Core Courses—

Course 101: Ethics, Business Practices, Communications

Course 102: Identification and Authentication, Research,

Terminology, Report Writing

Course 103: Legal Aspects of Appraising, Case Studies,

Expert Witness, IRS Report Writing

Memberships

International Society of Appraisers (ISA)

American Brilliant Cut Glass Association

National Association of Dealers of Antiques (NADA)

Houston Antiques Dealers Association (HADA)

Professional Background

• Dealer in American and European antiques and collectibles
  since 1976
• Established River Oaks Antiques Center in 1982
• Established Roger Howard Estate Sales & Appraisals in 2001
• Past-President of Houston Antique Dealers Association
• Featured appraiser on Houston Public Television’s “Treasures in the Attic” series
• Guest speaker on “Herter Brothers Furniture” at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
• Guest speaker on “When You Should Consult an Appraiser” at numerous civic and social club gatherings
• Guest speaker on “The Different Types of Value” at numerous  civic and social club gatherings
• Guest speaker on “ Identifying and Assessing the Values of Antique Furniture and Glass” at River Oaks Antiques Center
• Guest speaker on “Assessment of Valuation as it Relates to Demographics and Geography” at ISA/Houston Chapter
• Guest speaker on “Your Art or Antique: What It’s Worth” at the home of Dr. Linda Fahr, Houston
• Featured columnist for the “What It’s Worth” column of the magazine Houston Generation

Contact:  Roger Howard
Phone:  713-869-5561
Email: rhappraisals@att.net
Website:  http://www.rogerhowardappraisals.com

Address:
5004 Katy Freeway
Houston, TX  77007