Age Antiques and Decorative Arts Function 
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AUGUST 26, 2024
From the intricate designs and beautiful functionality of ancient astrolabes to the ornate craftsmanship of Renaissance telescopes, and the sleek modernism of personal cameras, the evolution of scientific instruments has provided a fascinating meeting point between aesthetic and functional precision through the ages.
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MAY 29, 2024
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. And so the art of taxidermy was born… and then embalmed.
Artifactual History Appraisal
MAY 6, 2020
Our field requires years of training, and it can be very challenging for someone outside of the appraisal, art, and antique industries to even know where to begin when confronted with the task of taking pictures to send to us. FINE ART: A. GLASS DECORATIVE ITEMS AND TABLEWARE/BARWARE: A. Note the thickness of hollowware.
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APRIL 24, 2024
The vast American folk art tradition offers authentic, innovative, and captivating creations whose reach spans generations and modes of creative expression. Despite this diversity, American folk art does share some core characteristics: Hand-Craftsmanship American folk art typically incorporates materials that can be wrought by hand.
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APRIL 24, 2024
The vast American folk art tradition offers authentic, innovative, and captivating creations whose reach spans generations and modes of creative expression. Despite this diversity, American folk art does share some core characteristics: Hand-Craftsmanship American folk art typically incorporates materials that can be wrought by hand.
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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. early 19th century) Furniture design came into its golden age once more in France when Napoleon became emperor in 1804.
WorthPoint
MARCH 29, 2024
When Iris Apfel —the doyenne of ladies who embrace expressive accessorizing—passed away recently at the age of 102, I saw photo after photo of her adorned with stacks of colorful bangles posted on social media. A desirable celluloid bangle bracelet decorated with rainbow rhinestones. A painted celluloid dog brooch with a movable head.
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