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MAAM announces 2023 Annual Meeting Award Winners

The Mid-Atlantic Museum Association

Wilmington, DE – The Mid-Atlantic Association of Museums (MAAM) is pleased to announce the 2023 award recipients, honoring excellence in the museum field. The award ceremony will take place as part of the Association’s upcoming Annual Meeting at the Hotel DuPont in Wilmington, DE from October 10-12, 2023.

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Victorian Taxidermy: Curiosities and Oddities from the Age of Exploration

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Taxidermy is an art absolutely essential to be known to every naturalist since, without it, he cannot pursue his studies or preserve his own materials” British zoologist William Swainson in his 1840 Treatise on Taxidermy Walter Potter – Kittens’ Tea & Croquet Party. Sold for £70 GBP via Hannam’s Auctioneers (Aug 2023).

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Unveiling the Art of Antique Upholstery: Insights from David Harper and Heather Jones

IACF

Together, they offer invaluable insights on appraising and authentically restoring and replacing antique upholstery, shedding light on the intricate craftsmanship that breathes life into these timeless pieces. During the interesting and informative interview, Heather shared her excitement about a remarkable find, a Victorian footstool.

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French Provincial Furniture: Classic Elegance for Modern Interiors

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Sold for $6,500 AUD via Leonard Joel (December 2023). Sold for €825,500 EUR via Sotheby’s (May 2023). French provincial pieces were fashioned out of locally sourced materials – namely wood, which included oak, walnut, cherry and mahogany. Where and How Can I Find Authentic French Provincial Furniture for my Home or Collection?

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Tips To Find A Reliable Jewelry Appraiser

La Jolla Gem Appraisal

Tips To Find A Reliable Jewelry Appraiser For Your Valuable Jewelry March 13, 2023 Home Jewelry appraisal is an essential step in ensuring the value and authenticity of your precious items. Jewelry appraisal is the process of evaluating the value, authenticity, and quality of a piece of jewelry. What is Jewelry Appraisal?

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WorthPoint Indices Report: Sports Memorabilia Overview

WorthPoint

As we discussed before the 2023–24 hockey and basketball seasons started, three names led the charge as predicted game-changing superstars. Connor Bedard Before the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, scouts tabbed Bedard as a generational talent. Goldin sold the pair sold for $1,380,000 in June 2023. on eBay in January 2024.

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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. Sold for ¥1,500,000 JPY via Tomikai Auction (Oct 2023). Sold for $340,000 USD via Bonhams (Dec 2023).