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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. These works of art make timeless and compelling additions to any collection, small or large. Sold for $22,000 USD via Oakridge Auction Gallery (March 2022).

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Estée Lauder Solid Perfumes: Buy Them or Leave Them?

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This “ Just One Bite ” solid perfume compact from The Princess Collection for Disney was sold for $209 in 2022. I kept lots of the jewelry for my collection, of course, but passed most of the other items on to others. I’ve always been a sucker for any type of fancy lady’s item. Some of these are older, and some are newer.

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The 10 Most Expensive Watches Ever Sold (& Why They’re So Significant)

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From craftsmanship and complexity to rarity and heritage, these elements define the value of these coveted timepieces and explain why collectors are willing to invest astonishing sums to own them. Rarity : Many luxury watches are made in limited quantities or feature unique materials. Toussou Pink Gold Ref. Patek Philippe Titanium Ref.

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WorthPoint Indices: Movie Posters

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click to expand) Movie Posters: Valuable Art Forms in a Digital Age Movie posters, i.e., the leaders in entertainment ephemera, are collected for various reasons, including for their art, their place in cinematic history, and as a nostalgic piece of memorabilia. The major drivers for movie posters are rarity and subject matter.

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WorthPoint Indices: Lobby Cards

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It was sold for $1,931 at Hake’s Auctions in March 2022. The card’s rarity, significance, and provenance—it was part of Lugosi’s private collection—make it a valuable piece of cinematic history. Francis has been a writer and editor in the antiques and collectibles field for more than 20 years. WorthPoint—Discover.

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Print or Poster?

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You could hold a limited edition or a rarity because of stamping mistakes or color variations identified in the artist's catalogue raisonné. Sources: “Collecting Guide 11 Key Things to Know about Prints & Multiples.” Accessed August 11, 2022. Accessed August 11, 2022. Accessed August 11, 2022. link] Tate.

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Fine Art Prints vs. Reproductions

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Furthermore, a limited-edition poster that is hand signed by the artist can fetch a significantly higher price due to its rarity, such as a signed example from a benefit in 1991 that is available online for $4,950. In 2022, Sotheby’s sold an “Eric” lithograph numbered 35/38 from an early edition published in 1984 for over $56,000.