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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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5 Hot Lots Coming to Auction in April

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Lot 907 in Day 2 of the online and in-person April Advertising Auction on April 5 and 6 at Rockabilly Auction Company in Hartwell, Georgia, allows you to relive classic sci-fi adventures with a Six Million Dollar Man pinball machine. Real or mythical animals that decorate rank badges symbolize the wearer’s courage.

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French Provincial Furniture: Classic Elegance for Modern Interiors

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Although it was originally envisioned for rural abodes, it’s a style of decoration that can work seamlessly when paired with contemporary, urban interiors, with a number of versatile and timeless styles. Sold for $2,100 USD via Stair (February 2022). The hallmarks of French Provincial furniture lie in its rustic yet elegant look.

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The Wemyss Ware Buyer’s Guide: 5 Classic Pieces You Need in Your Collection

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The iconic line of ceramics – envisioned by a pottery owner and decorator in 1882 – counts Elton John as a fan, with the Queen Mother also said to have been a collecting devotee. The big figure sales haven’t faltered, with rare Wemyss pieces selling in excess of $2,000 at auction. Unveiling Rare Gems Vases Wemyss Ware jardinière.

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Dunhill Aquarium Lighters Ignite Collectors’ Passion

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Smoking may be largely out of fashion today, but the demand for antique and vintage ashtrays, cigarette cases, pipes, and other related collectibles remains red hot. Too big and beautiful to be tucked inside a pocket, these are meant to sit on a shelf or table as decorative pieces when not in use. It sold in December 2024 for $4,000.