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Symbols of Love in Art, Antiques and Jewellery

Grays Antiques

Love is in the air, and it's also in the antique market ! As Valentine's Day draws near and the search for that perfect, heart-felt gift intensifies, we're taking a look at the timeless, and unusual, symbols of love in the decorative arts. Available at Spectrum Antiques. Available at Spectrum Antiques.

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Grandpacore: Embracing the Style of Our Elders

WorthPoint

Little did we know we were embracing an aesthetic that would become a hot new trend decades later: “grandpacore.” Grandpacore, also called “eclectic grandpa,” is about embracing your inner octogenarian and is part of a long line of other “core” trends , including gorpcore and cottagecore.

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The Romance of Victorian Jewelry: Mourning Brooches and Sentimental Keepsakes

Invaluable

For instance, when her husband-to-be, Prince Albert , gifted her an emerald-set snake engagement ring, it initiated a country-wide trend of wearing a snake motif as a symbol of eternal love. Antique Mizpah Brooch. Sold for $35 AUD via Albion Antique Auction Centre (March 2024). Antique Carved Jet Mourning Jewelry.

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Finding Who Buys Paintings In The Digital World?

Antiques Dealer

Art is an integral part of our cultural heritage, and paintings are a timeless form of artistic expression that has captivated people for centuries. From art enthusiasts to interior designers, corporate clients to art investors, and art collectors, many people buy paintings for various reasons. Who Buy Paintings?