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Seeking Valuable Carnival Glass? Look For Pieces by These Four Companies

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Persian Garden chop plate , $11,500, 2022. Farmyard purple ruffled bowl , $11,500, 2022. Farmyard purple three-in-one edged bowl , $10,000, 2022. FENTON This Goddess of Harvest marigold bowl is the top-selling Fenton piece since 2020 and fetched $20,000 in 2022. Holly celeste blue plate , $16,000, 2022.

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WorthPoint Indices: Broadway Posters

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Still, some reliable key factors can help, including the play itself and its relevance in cultural history, the design, authenticity, and condition. WorthPoint’s index attests to this rising interest, charting growth for these collectibles, with 2022 being a standout year: Prices paid increased a whopping 55.8 percent from 2020.

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The Salvation Army: Serving Families and Collectors

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We also came across a painting we believed might be authentic, but we needed clarification. One appraiser told us it was not authentic, but even though experts could not certify it as genuine, Will advised us that it could still sell for quite a bit as an inspired piece. ER : It’s just one of many.

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

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A large Weymss Ware cat sold at auction in Edinburgh in 2022 for £2,000, owing to its bright yellow glaze, unusual pattern and the fact it was produced at the turn of the 20th century. FAQ: Where Can I Find Authentic Wemyss Ware Pieces? How Can I Authenticate and Appraise Wemyss Ware Pieces?

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1960s Glam Returns in “Palm Royale” Styles

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This pair of Pucci sunglasses sold for $1,200 in 2022. According to House Beautiful and British Vogue , the Palm Royale design team searched estate sales, prop houses, antique stores, and online marketplaces like Chairish and Etsy to find authentic vintage costumes and scenery accents. Remember Mad Men ? in 2024.

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Plein Air Paintings: Capturing the Essence of Nature

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Beginning around 1830, these artists, inspired by De Valenciennes’ ideas and British artists like John Constable, started painting outdoors to portray the authentic sights of nature. Sold for $237,500 USD via Shannon’s (October 2022). Sold for $237,500 USD via Shannon’s (October 2022). Image courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

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Victorian Taxidermy: Curiosities and Oddities from the Age of Exploration

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Sold for £850 GBP via Curated Auctions (Dec 2022). Collecting Victorian Taxidermy The art of taxidermy has enjoyed a revival in recent years, so identifying authentic Victorian taxidermy amid a crowded marketplace can be daunting. Synthetic materials likely indicate a modern or less authentic piece.

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