Vincent van Gogh's 1889 'Self-Portrait' Pastel
Vincent van Gogh's 1889 'Self-Portrait' is a vibrant pastel drawing on paper, fully hand-executed during his asylum period in Saint-Rémy. As an original pastel by a renowned artist, over 100 years old, it falls under tariff item 9701.21.10, which covers original pastels by artists of an age exceeding 100 years.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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If the pastel is over 100 years old but not an original by a recognized artist
This item covers other pastels over 100 years old that do not qualify as originals by artists.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain a letter of authenticity from a recognized van Gogh expert or institution to support the classification
• Ensure the pastel is declared as an original work of art, not a reproduction, to avoid issues with CBSA
• Be prepared for potential cultural property export restrictions from the country of origin; secure all necessary permits
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Claude Monet's 1872 'Impression, Sunrise' is a hand-painted oil on canvas, executed entirely by hand and foundational to Impressionism. Being over 100 years old, it qualifies as an original painting by an artist under tariff item 9701.21.10, which specifically covers such works of an age exceeding 100 years.
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Pablo Picasso's 1906 'Portrait of Gertrude Stein' is a charcoal and pencil drawing on paper, executed entirely by hand during his early Cubist period. As an original drawing by a renowned artist, over 100 years old, it falls under tariff item 9701.21.10, which covers original drawings and pastels by artists of an age exceeding 100 years.
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