The best base maker in New York?

Many local collectors have asked me to refer a New York base maker to them. The one I have consistently found to be the best is Farid Tawa, of Farid Tawa Gallery. The reasons I recommend Farid are numerous:

1. He has an excellent eye, is very experienced and knows the material very well so he understands how pieces should be mounted
2. He is very easy to work with and will gladly pick up and drop off pieces - a rare luxury!
   
3. His wife, Lichia, is an excellent restorer so they can handle the restoration and base making at the same time
4. His prices are competitive
5. He keeps his client's pieces confidential and does not show them to other collectors or dealers. Also, Farid is also primarily a base maker so he does not have any conflict of interest with other collectors or dealers.
   

Farid can be reached at (212) 219-1313.