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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 116
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Victorian Taxidermy: Curiosities and Oddities from the Age of Exploration

Invaluable

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 61
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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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S.O.S. (Surplus Old Stuff) with Amy Moyer: Board Games

WorthPoint

Surplus Old Stuff): Board Games: Step 1: Sort by Age Appropriateness The first step in sorting your S.O.S. Surplus Old Stuff): Board Games is a practical step: sort by age appropriateness. An easy clue on that Clue game box is to see if it says “Ages 8+” or “Ages 4–10.” Here are five easy steps for your S.O.S.

Age 52
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What Does An Appraiser Do, Anyway?

Penrose Appraisals

This doesn't mean that objects have to be in mint condition in order to bring the big bucks at auction. In fact, some signs of age are a good thing - think of the nice green color that oxidized copper turns when it gets old. The appraiser will always pay close attention to condition and take it into account. Intangibles.

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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.

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Looking to sell your most valuable antique? Best website for selling collectibles online

Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

These factors include age, the condition it is in, what materials were used in creating it, and the intricacy of the piece. For example, the age of a Chinese porcelain piece can be determined by the colors used in its creation. Does the piece have a lot of signs of aging that indicate it is ancient and valuable?