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

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The destruction of many historic artifacts in the 1960s and 1970s paired with the overall delicacy of the materials means that well-preserved, authentic Chinese antiques are increasingly difficult to find. Like snuff bottles, vases, pots, teapots, and plates were made out of materials including clay, jade, bronze, and porcelain.

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How Do I Get My Art Appraised?

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This appraisal has been prepared in conformity with and subject to the 2020-21 version of The Appraisal Foundation’s Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and written to the current International Society of Appraisers’ Writing Standards. Names of who I consulted with are listed in the bibliography.

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Bridgerton Ignites Passion for Regency-Era Antiques

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Since debuting on Netflix in 2020, the wildly popular Regency-era romance drama Bridgerton , based on the book series by Julia Quinn, has significantly boosted interest in antiques from that period. This cup and saucer features pretty pink orchids. Antique mirrors are an easy way to add a touch of Bridgerton glam to a space.

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WorthPoint Indices Report: Sports Memorabilia Overview

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The sports memorabilia world was set on fire when the world shut down in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Hot Materials While sports cards are still the entry point for most collectors, and many stay there, the game-used sports memorabilia market continues to attract big-game hunters, with new records set regularly.

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Jewelry Appraisal Guide: Understand & Find Jewelry Appraisers

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Sold for $2,500 via Doyle New York (February 2020). Sold for $3,200 via Doyle New York (February 2020). Intrinsic Value Appraisal The intrinsic value of a piece of jewelry is nothing but the value of the raw materials used to make it. Sold for $1,200 via Doyle New York (March 2020). Gold, Red Stone and Diamond Ring.

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

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Alluring Materials Art Deco Bracelet with Coral, Enamel and Ivory by Georges Fouquet. Given that decadence was the catchphrase for the era, it should come as no surprise that Art Deco jewelry designs often pulled in extravagant materials from glistening metals like platinum and gemstones to the textures of tortoiseshell, enamel , and more.

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