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A Client's Guide For How to Take Photographs of Art and Antiques to Send to An Appraiser

Artifactual History Appraisal

Our field requires years of training, and it can be very challenging for someone outside of the appraisal, art, and antique industries to even know where to begin when confronted with the task of taking pictures to send to us. FINE ART: A. GLASS DECORATIVE ITEMS AND TABLEWARE/BARWARE: A. PORCELAIN and CERAMICS: A.

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New Uses for Old Things: Thoughts in Support of Mixing Antiques in Modern Interiors

Artifactual History Appraisal

My latest article for Worthwhile Magazineā„¢ shares my personal thoughts in support of mixing antiques in modern interiors. Many stores even offer coordinating mass-produced printed canvases to hang on the wall above the furniture instead of original one-of-a-kind artwork.

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

Art Peritus

Whether collecting fine art, antique furniture, jewelry, wine, automobiles, or memorabilia, ā€œcaveat emptorā€ (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.

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Modern Furniture ā€“ What is it and who wants it?

Sarasota Antique Buyers

Step into a world where art and practicality intertwine in the unique realm of modern furniture design. The late 19th-century contemporary art movement influences this type of furniture, blending abstract expression with functionality, a testament to the ingenuity of its creators.

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Franceā€™s Best Collectibles: Glass, Ceramics, the MarchĆ© aux Puces

WorthPoint

Are you interested in finding the best antiques, collectibles, and souvenirs while traveling abroad? But did you know France is also among the best European countries to hunt down antiques and collectibles? Hence, my first recommendation for shopping for antiques and collectibles in France is simply to seek and buy what you love.

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How Antique Appraisers Determine the Value of your Treasures

Antiques Dealer

Antique appraisers in San Diego are professionals who specialize in assessing the value of vintage items and collectibles. They range from furniture to jewelry and other decorative pieces. Appraisers evaluate these items based on various factors such as rarity, condition, age, and historical significance.

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Gilded Age Architecture and Art: A Journey Through Americaā€™s Opulent Era

Invaluable

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. Americaā€™s leading art academies also experienced growth and renewal.

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