Invaluable
JULY 8, 2024
Just the name “The Gilded Age” invokes a sense of opulence and grandeur. Correspondingly, this rise in wealth was reflected in both the art and architecture of the era, as patrons aimed to create increasingly lavish works of art and environments to reflect both their affluence and the magnificence of the age.
Invaluable
MAY 29, 2024
Collecting Victorian Taxidermy The art of taxidermy has enjoyed a revival in recent years, so identifying authentic Victorian taxidermy amid a crowded marketplace can be daunting. Synthetic materials likely indicate a modern or less authentic piece.
Invaluable
JULY 8, 2024
Just the name “The Gilded Age” invokes a sense of opulence and grandeur. Correspondingly, this rise in wealth was reflected in both the art and architecture of the era, as patrons aimed to create increasingly lavish works of art and environments to reflect both their affluence and the magnificence of the age.
Jerry's Antiques and Estates
JUNE 10, 2024
Knowing how to authenticate jewelry is crucial for both collectors and sellers. This blog post will provide an understanding of authenticating vintage silver jewelry, particularly sterling silver, along with suggestions on how to clean and keep these valuable items. Knowing how to understand these signs is crucial.
The Mid-West Museum Association
AUGUST 22, 2024
As the director of the Smithsonian Associates, Fredie Adelman, told me “Audiences range in age from pre-K to post-retirement.” This means keeping multiple ages in mind while still tailoring writing to the age group for which the writing is intended. Select and create age-appropriate texts for your intended audience.
Penrose Appraisals
MARCH 14, 2024
In fact, some signs of age are a good thing - think of the nice green color that oxidized copper turns when it gets old. If you were collecting early American weathervanes, you might pay more for a piece that was green - it is evidence of age and of use, which gives it that authenticity that can be so important. Intangibles.
Art Peritus
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Hardware – Hardware rarely ages at the same rate as the rest of the piece because it is more often handled and accrues more wear and tear. Is the hardware appropriate for the age of the piece? You will also want to check to ensure that there is ample wear on the underside of the feet to match the piece’s age.
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