Penrose Appraisals

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

So you've started a collection. Or maybe you've been collecting for years. As the cliche goes, if you can think of something, there is someone who is collecting it. The phenomenon of collecting is universal. Follow them, and you will be sure to get more and more pleasure out of your collecting activities.

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The Art Newspaper

AUGUST 30, 2024

The library, which houses the world’s oldest collection of archival material on the Nazi era, will present works by Fred Kormis in a newly renovated exhibition space

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WorthPoint

MARCH 29, 2024

Her collection of jewelry, especially the eye-catching bracelets she wore frequently, was massive. Seeing those sparkly bangles got me thinking about collecting and dealing in celluloid jewelry and the highs and lows the stewards of those items encounter. Some celluloid was made to imitate natural materials like ivory or horn.

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Maine Antique Digest

OCTOBER 10, 2024

included Shaker material from some early collections—ones formed way back when. The collections included those of Faith and Edward Deming Andrews, Ed Clerk, the inimitable Kitty Haas, June Sprigg, Willis Henry Auctions, Inc., Duxbury, Massachusetts Photos courtesy Willis Henry Auctions, Inc.

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Art Appraisal Resources

AUGUST 29, 2023

The appraiser will assess its condition, size, materials and overall condition. They determine the value of an art collection when an individual passes away. An appraisal can also be used to ensure that artworks are adequately insured and establish the value of their collection for tax and inheritance purposes.

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The Mid-West Museum Association

JULY 12, 2024

Despite preventative conservation and environmental controls, museum collections are subject to agents of deterioration and on occasion, require professional treatment or repair. In the absence of in-house conservation staff, collections managers, registrars, and curators are left weighing the pros and cons of engaging with a specialist.

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Invaluable

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. These works of art make timeless and compelling additions to any collection, small or large. To collect Chinese art, one must first understand the references that exist in each piece.

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SPNHC

JUNE 14, 2024

The Society for the Preservation of Natural History Collections Education Sessional Committee is hosting a virtual Natural History Education DemoCamp. The goal is to share, discover, and discuss educational materials that have a framework in natural history. … Source

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WCG

MAY 23, 2024

SAAM is dedicated to collecting, understanding, and enjoying American art. The primary purpose of the position is to provide conservation treatment, preservation, and collection care, on a wide variety of photographs, photographic processes, and photographic materials within the collection.

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Auction Central News

AUGUST 13, 2024

CHEYENNE, WY — More than 375 high-quality lots of Western memorabilia, firearms, and American Indian material from leading American collections will appear in New Frontier‘s Old West Auction scheduled for Saturday, August 24. The catalog is now open for bidding at LiveAuctioneers.

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WCG

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Duties: The Conservator (Paintings) is responsible for providing internal and external collaborators with conservation expertise and treatment based on scientific examination of materials found in or associated with collections. investigating the nature of similar objects or assisting with interpreting scientific analyses).

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Maine Antique Digest

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

We had a great selection of material,” he added, which included “a great early jewelry collection.” Bonhams, Los Angeles, California Photos courtesy Bonhams It did fine,” said department director Ingmars Lindbergs about the June 13 Bonhams Native American art auction in Los Angeles. “We

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Auction Central News

MAY 7, 2024

DALLAS — Heritage Auctions has announced Imperial Fabergé & Russian Works of Art, a Wednesday May 17 event dedicated to the country’s cultural history and output.

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WCG

AUGUST 14, 2024

Announcement Number: NIH-NLM-MP-24-12210763 [link] If you have experience conserving library collections and want to play a significant role in an essential, future-focused organization, then consider joining the NLM Team. Proactively contribute to updating or modifying conservation-related systems, policies, procedures, and methods.

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Invaluable

APRIL 8, 2024

Most of their designs consist of limited edition models of only the most exceptional materials, so it shouldn’t surprise that one of the most expensive pens in the world is the Aurora Diamante pen crafted from platinum and diamonds. Aurora Founded in Turin in 1919, Aurora fountain pens are some of the most elegant to emerge from Italy.

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Invaluable

APRIL 8, 2024

Most of their designs consist of limited edition models of only the most exceptional materials, so it shouldn’t surprise that one of the most expensive pens in the world is the Aurora Diamante pen crafted from platinum and diamonds. Aurora Founded in Turin in 1919, Aurora fountain pens are some of the most elegant to emerge from Italy.

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WorthPoint

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Their functional simplicity gave carvers unlimited freedom to use their imaginations when making these pieces, and as such, the styles, subjects, and materials used differ widely, making them highly collectible. Throughout his career, Hunt used modern methods and industrial materials to sculpt organic forms. 7,300-$10,000 USD).

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American Anthropological Association

AUGUST 4, 2024

One week later, back in Paris, Le Coeur was already fielding calls from AMELIOR workers who were encountering issues getting around the city to make regular pick-ups of discarded materials because of road closures due to the upcoming Olympics. This has reduced their access to discarded materials for resale and diminished earnings for members.

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WCG

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

This individual, under the supervision of the Head of Conservation and Preservation, will oversee preservation procedures and policies concerning emergency preparedness, integrated pest management, environmental monitoring, and light exposure in both collection storage and exhibition areas at the Folger Shakespeare Library.

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WCG

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Duties: The Museum Specialist (General) maintains, preserves and enhances museum collections and assist in keeping up with incoming collections and making collections available to all professional clients.

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WCG

MAY 16, 2024

Determines merits of proposals and adequacy of submission and presentation materials; researches property histories and precedents; coordinates with applicants and D.C. SAAM is dedicated to collecting, understanding, and enjoying American art. government agencies.

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WorthPoint

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

WorthPoint Corporation provides information and tools for valuing, identifying, and researching antiques, collectibles, and art. Marks : A database of over 260,000 entries designed to help identify maker’s marks, autographs, and patterns that are commonly found on antiques and collectibles. An example of a mark from the Marks Library.

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Maine Antique Digest

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

Slotin Folk Art Auction, Buford, Georgia Photos courtesy Slotin Folk Art Auction Many collections that come to auction are pleasing to the eye; they encapsulate the history of an artist or celebrate the material produced by a company. Maybe the collection is a representation of a certain genre, time period, or artistic

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WorthPoint

MAY 16, 2024

Some of the most collectible hidden flasks are the pieces commissioned by Foust Distillery in the 19th century and made in realistic food forms like this banana. Foust’s flasks are highly collectible today. As flask sales soared, designs became more innovative, and materials evolved. Collectors value these nippers today.

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Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

MARCH 30, 2024

These factors include age, the condition it is in, what materials were used in creating it, and the intricacy of the piece. Our appraisal process involves a thorough examination of the item, including its age, condition, materials, and intricacy, to provide an accurate valuation.

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SPNHC

APRIL 24, 2024

The Society for the Preservation of Natural History Collections Education Sessional Committee is hosting a virtual Natural History Education DemoCamp. The goal is to share, discover, and discuss educational materials that have a framework in natural history.

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WCG

JULY 10, 2024

Please join us in helping to preserve 200+ vulnerable artifacts from this collection of protest memorabilia, representing an important chapter in the history of American racial justice activism. We will be performing basic mold mitigation and rehousing of printed paper materials which have been exposed to extreme outdoor weather conditions.

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WorthPoint

AUGUST 6, 2024

But, years ago, bank promotional items included high-quality collectibles that could be worth a lot today, like this celluloid bank , which sold in May 2023 for $115. However, there was a time when branded giveaways and promotional collectibles became a way for banks to establish a customer base. These items sell on the steeper end.

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Invaluable

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Sold for £45,000 via Sotheby’s (November 2017) Founded in 1915 by Vladimir Tatlin and Alexander Rodchenko , Constructivism’s vision was to produce artworks and buildings using modern materials and designs that would awaken the working class to imperialist divisions and inequalities. Gan, Aleksej – Konstruktivizm.

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WorthPoint

AUGUST 5, 2024

Even though thrift stores seem oversaturated with mugs, I saw one mug material that piqued my interest and stood out from the rest of the designs on the shelf: milk glass. There’s something about the style and the sense of age that comes with this material. WorthPoint—Discover.

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Astor Galleries

APRIL 12, 2024

Signature Style Hattie Carnegie costume jewelry is known for its high quality, unique designs, and use of luxurious materials. Collectible Pieces Today, Hattie Carnegie costume jewelry is highly collectible. Carnegie was not interested in creating cheap imitations of fine jewelry.

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Astor Galleries

AUGUST 11, 2023

The company quickly became a leader in the costume jewelry industry, thanks to its innovative designs and use of high-quality materials. Kramer jewelry was also known for its use of unusual materials, such as textured glass, crystal beds, and colored pearls. or "Kramer New York."

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WCG

OCTOBER 2, 2024

They will work in collaboration with other conservation specialists as needed and advise on maintenance and preventive care of the collection including environmental control, storage, handling, and requirements for exhibition. Demonstrated ability to perform historic and materials research. Ability to wear a respirator. .

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Jerry's Antiques and Estates

JULY 15, 2024

Collecting Vintage Couture: The Art and Passion Behind Timeless Fashion Gathering old-fashioned couture is more than just a pastime. Vintage clothing that is real and shows good materials, plus careful making of fashion houses from earlier times, can be of special interest to collectors.

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Invaluable

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. Sold for $169,500 USD via Toomey & Co.

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WCG

MARCH 19, 2024

Please join us in helping to preserve 200+ vulnerable artifacts from this collection of protest memorabilia, representing an important chapter in the history of American racial justice activism. We will be performing basic mold mitigation and rehousing of printed paper materials which have been exposed to extreme outdoor weather conditions.

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John Thomas Jewelers

JUNE 8, 2023

Understanding the differences between the two can help you appreciate their unique charms and make informed decisions when adding these treasures to your jewelry collection. They were crafted during a specific historical period and reflect the design styles and materials commonly used during that time.

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