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Sculpting the Divine: Exploring Religious Statues and Sculptures 

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Throughout history humanity has been fascinated with manifesting the divine in sculptural form to both pay homage to godly figures and to pass down the traditions, rituals, and narratives across different religious faiths. If this interpretation is correct, humans have been venerating religious sculpture for more than 20,000 years.

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Types of Chinese Art: A Guide to Valuing & Collecting Chinese Art

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Sculptures Chinese sculptures, like paintings, depict many things such as people, animals, mythical creatures, Buddha, and more. Collectors all over the world are particularly interested in the use of jade in sculpture. Sold for $1,300 USD via Rapid Estate Liquidators and Auction Gallery (July 2018). reminds Schofield.

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How To Find An Art Appraiser

Art Appraisal Resources

Local Auction Houses, Galleries and Museums Contact local auction houses, galleries, or museums. Different appraisers may have expertise in specific types of art, such as paintings, sculptures, or antiques. Specialization Matters Consider the specialization of the appraiser.

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2024 Moving into 2025 Design Trends Likely to Affect Value of Personal Property

International Society of Appraisers

These trends are observed clearly in magazine displays, social media posts, and Pinterest, followed by changes in the direction of retail and auction house sales. Sculptural, curvy furniture inspired by natural shapes and patterns is making a comeback.

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The Importance of Contemporary Art Appraisals

Art Appraisal Resources

Art Acquisitions Art collectors, museums, galleries, and private individuals interested in purchasing contemporary Paintings, Sculpture, Photography, or Fine Art Prints might seek an appraisal to ensure they make an informed investment. When Might You Need a Contemporary Art Appraisal?

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Household goods: Exclusive, iconic and designer pieces that should be valued

ValuePros Appraisal Services

Some of these items are also found in many American homes, whether because they continue to fulfill a function or because they have become a part of the family history, some of them are historical objects acquired with antique dealers, auction houses and even galleries, and some of them are by living contemporary designers.

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Mayfair Art Weekend 2019

Grays Antiques

Mayfair is the art capital of London, and we’re proud to be one of over 150 galleries and auction houses established within this historic district. In anticipation, here’s a small selection of our favourite works of fine art and sculpture currently on offer at Grays. It’s a chance to to see Mayfair at it’s very best.