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Gilded Age Architecture and Art: A Journey Through America’s Opulent Era

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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.

Age 95
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Miami’s Vizcaya Museum will save century-old pool-grotto mural with National Park Service grant

The Art Newspaper

The rare work by the Gilded Age artist Robert Winthrop Chanler is endangered by the surrounding water and Miami's humid conditions

Age 120
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Gilded Age Architecture and Art: A Journey Through America’s Opulent Era

Invaluable

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.

Age 56
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Victorian Taxidermy: Curiosities and Oddities from the Age of Exploration

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Authentic taxidermy can also be identifiable by sight, so look for natural coloration of the animal, realistic eyes, and lifelike poses, along with natural materials like glass eyes, wood, and the condition of pelts or feathers. Synthetic materials likely indicate a modern or less authentic piece.

Age 69
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The Age of Nostalgia: How Modern Collectibles are Redefining the Market

What Is It Worth?

The condition of a collectible can have a significant impact on its value. Items that are in pristine condition, with no signs of wear or damage and in original packaging, are usually worth more than those that show signs of age or use. The popularity of an item can also play a role in its value.

Age 52
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Art Peritus | Real, Repro or Ruse? How to Spot Fake Antique Furniture

Art Peritus

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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How Antique Appraisers Determine the Value of your Treasures

Antiques Dealer

Appraisers evaluate these items based on various factors such as rarity, condition, age, and historical significance. Antique appraisers consider a wide range of considerations when evaluating an item, including its age, rarity, condition, and historical significance. If there is high demand for a particular type of item.