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Types of Chinese Art: A Guide to Valuing & Collecting Chinese Art

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Chinese art, with varieties as expansive as its history is long, is among both the most daunting and rewarding of categories to begin collecting. As China becomes a more powerful force in the world, more and more people have become interested in Chinese antiques,” says John Schofield, head of the Asian Arts Department at Eldred’s. “In

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Ming vs Qing Dynasty Art and Antiques

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For over 500 years, the interconnecting Ming and Qing Dynasties left a lasting legacy on the landscape of Chinese art during a golden age of cultural renaissance and craftsmanship that saw the two distinct eras fuel artistic innovations that contributed to a rich and diverse Chinese cultural heritage.

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How Do I Get My Art Appraised?

Fine Art Estates

If your insurance provider has asked you to get your artwork professionally appraised, or you need it evaluated for some other reason, How Do I Get My Art Appraised will help you find a qualified appraiser, fully understand all aspects of the appraisal process, and prepare you for what a professional fine art appraisal is likely to cost.

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The Romance of Victorian Jewelry: Mourning Brooches and Sentimental Keepsakes

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Antique Mizpah Brooch. Sold for $35 AUD via Albion Antique Auction Centre (March 2024). Antique Carved Jet Mourning Jewelry. Another sentimental keepsake was hair jewelry (jewelry made of hair, rather than jewelry to adorn the hair) which at the height of its popularity became its own art form.

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Grandpacore: Embracing the Style of Our Elders

WorthPoint

It will] bring eccentric and expressive elements for the ages to their wardrobes.” You can add the grandpacore look to your home in many ways with antique and vintage collectibles like art, furniture, and decorative objects that inspire you and help create a space that feels lived in. WorthPoint—Discover.

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Jazz Age Gems: Collecting Art Deco Jewelry from the Roaring Twenties

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From fanciful flappers to infectious musical riffs that electrified speakeasies across the country, the Jazz Age, also known as the Roaring Twenties, was a period of decadent Art Deco design. In this article we jump into the splendors of the Jazz Age to explore these captivating creations.

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