Antiques and Decorative Arts Authenticity Material 
Antique Appraisers Auctioneers
JUNE 28, 2024
When considering purchasing Chinese antique furniture or sculptures, it is common to receive an authenticity certificate either at the time of purchase or by request. These certificates not only provide assurance of the item’s authenticity but can also assist in minimizing import duty costs.
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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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WorthPoint
JULY 1, 2024
WorthPoint’s Industry Partners are offering collectors oodles of prime antique and vintage items in July auctions, including a piece of naval history, artifacts from a famous tiki paradise, Newcomb pottery, uranium glass, and a rare advertising sign for fishing tackle. Irvine (1887–1970) was one of the longtime decorators at the art college.
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JULY 8, 2024
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. America’s leading art academies also experienced growth and renewal.
WorthPoint
JUNE 11, 2024
One of the hottest summer trends will be Bridgerton -inspired tea parties, so expect Regency antiques and vintage tea-related pieces to be popular, especially those with a floral motif. Bridgerton has brought attention to its rich cultural scene, marked by advancements in fashion, fine arts, literature, and music.
Art Peritus
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Whether collecting fine art, antique furniture, jewelry, wine, automobiles, or memorabilia, “caveat emptor” (buyer beware) will always be the primary rule to follow. Spotting fake antique furniture and decorative art nowadays is becoming increasingly difficult thanks to modern technology. Does it have symmetry?
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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. Taxidermy, when done correctly, is an art.
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