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APRIL 3, 2024

Chinese art, with varieties as expansive as its history is long, is among both the most daunting and rewarding of categories to begin collecting. As China becomes a more powerful force in the world, more and more people have become interested in Chinese antiques,” says John Schofield, head of the Asian Arts Department at Eldred’s. “In

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Grays Antiques

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

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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Jerry's Antiques and Estates

JULY 4, 2023

The intriguing journey of antique history reveals the origins and significance of these priceless artifacts. Antiques are distinctive in our culture and heritage, from fine art and furniture to pottery and silverware. Where Do Antiques Come From? What Does the Meaning of Antiques Mean?

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WorthPoint

MAY 16, 2024

Men and women carried glass and porcelain flasks, discreetly tucking them into a boot, hip pocket, or purse to keep their favorite spirits close. There were also glass flasks in the shape of cigars , clam shells, and horns of plenty. The fanciful art of disguising flasks expanded into a broad science.

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Invaluable

APRIL 29, 2024

For over 500 years, the interconnecting Ming and Qing Dynasties left a lasting legacy on the landscape of Chinese art during a golden age of cultural renaissance and craftsmanship that saw the two distinct eras fuel artistic innovations that contributed to a rich and diverse Chinese cultural heritage.

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Old Crows Antiques

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Antiquing is a popular hobby, but you have to do a lot of research to understand the true value of your items. By definition, an antique is an item that is more than 100 years old. To make sure the item you have is a valuable antique, you first have to identify its age, and then you need to look for a market for the piece.

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WorthPoint

JULY 11, 2024

Are you interested in finding the best antiques, collectibles, and souvenirs while traveling abroad? Read on to learn some of the best collectibles, antiques, and vintage finds to seek on your next trip to the fabled boot. Italy is overflowing with art, culture, and fun finds for collectors to bring home. Check out our W.O.W.

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Invaluable

JUNE 19, 2024

From the grandeur of the Renaissance to the flowing, organic lines of Art Nouveau of the early 20 th century, European architecture has not only witnessed the evolution of styles, techniques, and cultural influences in mansions and palaces across the continent, but also shaped approaches to town planning that are still evident today.

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WorthPoint

JUNE 26, 2024

“[It will] bring eccentric and expressive elements for the ages to their wardrobes.” You can add the grandpacore look to your home in many ways with antique and vintage collectibles like art, furniture, and decorative objects that inspire you and help create a space that feels lived in. WorthPoint—Discover.

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Jerry's Antiques and Estates

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Renewing your furniture with the iconic Chalk Paint®, developed by Annie Sloan, can transform tired pieces into stunning works of art. This unique paint is known for its versatility, and while Jerry’s Antiques doesn’t sell Annie Sloan products, we offer a different approach. On What Surfaces Does Chalk Paint® Perform Best?

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Invaluable

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.

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WorthPoint

OCTOBER 4, 2024

To hold their kimonos in place and be able to tote essential items, men hung decorative inro (small cases) that were suspended from their kimonos’ waist sashes. The two-gallon crock is decorated with a horse in cobalt blue and is salt-glazed, one of the hallmarks of antique stoneware.

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Mark Hill

JULY 4, 2022

Ron Hitchins (1926-2019) was a British born artist, sculptor, and flamenco dancer whose life and soul was rooted in Hackney, East London from age 13. He was inspired by the work of Picasso, Brancusi, Ernst and Hepworth, the naive art that in turn inspired them, and modern architecture.

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Mark Hill

MAY 3, 2023

Despite being cheap, cold, draughty, damp and largely rat-infested, they became a crucible of modern art and central to the hugely influential School of Paris movement. By January 1930, she had been picked up by the prestigious Galerie Druet, who frequently exhibited her art across the early 1930s.

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Jerry's Antiques and Estates

MARCH 10, 2025

Decorating with antiques is more than just a design choice; it’s a way to bring history, charm, and character into your home. Whether you’re an experienced collector or just starting your journey into antique home decor, the process can transform your living space into a timeless work of art.

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MARCH 24, 2025

We rarely notice them, yet they shape how we see the art they enclose. Frames are the unsung storytellers of the art world – silent yet essential. In addition to some splendid historical examples, well also break down the materials and methods that go into these works of art all their own. Sold for $750 USD via Jeffrey S.

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DECEMBER 9, 2024

From fanciful flappers to infectious musical riffs that electrified speakeasies across the country, the Jazz Age, also known as the Roaring Twenties, was a period of decadent Art Deco design. In this article we jump into the splendors of the Jazz Age to explore these captivating creations.

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WorthPoint

MARCH 4, 2025

WorthPoints Industry Partners are offering some remarkable collectibles in March auctions, including mid-century furnishings, antique and contemporary glass, work by women artists, and historical artifacts from the estate of an animation legend. Jaremos Art Glass Specialists, estimate $3,000-$5,000.

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WorthPoint

APRIL 22, 2025

Born from 18th-century extravagance, epergnes were made to be the dramatic focal point on a perfectly set table when dining was an elegant art form. Once something only the super wealthy could afford, epergnes are popularly collected today for their practical use and as spectacular decorative pieces.

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WorthPoint

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Art deco bracelet featuring diamonds and Burmese rubies set in platinum. Over the past year or so, theres been lots of talk, from home magazines to fashion blogs, about art deco making a comeback. The geometric expression of Cubism in art influenced all aspects of design during this period as well.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2025

The art of mosaic can become mesmeric, a fusion of precision and creativity, as tiny tesserae combine to paint rich patterns and narratives. In this article well dive into the history of mosaic art, looking at some of the core materials and methods and illuminate those modes with some of the most celebrated examples from across history.

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JANUARY 15, 2025

And as society embraced industrial mechanisation, a collection of Victorians spearheaded the belief that the middle-ages were a time of romantic honor and ideals. This infusion of medievalism in the decorative arts was originally an architectural style from around the 1740s, before finding widespread popularity in the 19th century.

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WorthPoint

MARCH 27, 2025

Because paper is easy to ship, doesn’t take up much space, and is often collected worldwide, even in a digital age. Stunning Galle Pieces of Art This Galle vase sold for $35,326 at Antikeo. This one was crafted from solid walnut and boasted exquisite marquetry, decorated with clematis vines. ” Why?

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WorthPoint

MARCH 17, 2025

Antique Jewelry Featuring Aquamarine Just how far do aquamarines go back in jewelry history? However, antique jewelry lovers running across aquamarines set into Georgian jewelry indeed consider themselves lucky as theyre now considered quite hard to find. Roosevelt Presidential Library. Fine jewelers like Tiffany & Co.,

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WorthPoint

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Amethyst in Antique Jewelry While amethysts, both cabochons and faceted varieties, can be found in many pieces of ancient jewelry residing in museums, the oldest examples jewelry aficionados run across for purchase are usually set into Georgian designs. Joseff of Hollywood jewelry featuring imitation amethysts made of glass.

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APRIL 28, 2025

What started from the homes and studios of a radical group of artists and designers in 1860s England would prize beauty above all else as they sought to escape the ugliness and materialism of the Industrial Age. Dante Gabriel Rossetti. Decadence was the order of the day.

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