WorthPoint

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Pie crimpers are valued today as decorative kitchen implements and pieces of folk art by collectors who are willing to pay thousands of dollars for the best examples. Leftover parts of whales, like jawbones and teeth, and sometimes even walrus tusks, were used to carve a variety of decorative and utilitarian objects.

Antiques and Decorative Arts 98

Antiques and Decorative Arts Collectibles Auction House Authentication 98

International Society of Appraisers

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

11/8/2024 12:00:00 AM State and national elections, conflicts in the Middle East, and global unrest have constantly been on our minds and in our daily conversations. People desperately seek more positivity - as reflected in their buying trends in 2024 and moving into 2025.

Furniture 52

Furniture Antiques and Decorative Arts Paintings Quality 52

Invaluable

JUNE 26, 2024

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 $1,500 USD via Charleston Estate Auctions (April 2024). Directoire Style (c. Farmhouse Chic (c.

Furniture 52

Furniture Antiques and Decorative Arts Auction House Authentication 52

Invaluable

JUNE 10, 2024

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.

Antiques and Decorative Arts 52

Antiques and Decorative Arts Appraiser/appraisal Collectibles Ceramics 52

WorthPoint

DECEMBER 19, 2024

It sold in December 2024 for $4,000. 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.

Antiques and Decorative Arts 90

Antiques and Decorative Arts Auction House Paintings Collectibles 90

Invaluable

MARCH 12, 2025

Sold for135,000 via Bonhams (April 2024). Sold for100,000 via Bonhams (April 2024). Sold for 59,000 GBP via Bonhams (April 2024). Sold for140 via Burstow & Hewett (September 2024). Sold for48,000 via Bonhams (April 2024). A very rare Meissen group of lovers with a birdcage, circa 1745.

Fashion and Trends 52

Fashion and Trends Antiques and Decorative Arts Sculpture Collectibles 52