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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SPNHC

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History [link] The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History Department of Paleobiology is seeking one independent contractor to pack, stage, move, and organize fossil collections and associated material within and between NMNH facilities in support of the Paleobiology Collections Defragmentation Project.

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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. 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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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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WCG

MAY 21, 2024

The Manager oversees all activities related to the care and documentation of the museum´s objects consisting of textiles, metal, and other materials, as well as a vast collection of printed materials contained in the archives. The Manager provides technical direction to assigned staff, volunteers, and interns.

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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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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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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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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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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

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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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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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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Invaluable

JULY 15, 2024

Decorative flourishes were set aside in favor of humble presentation and maximum efficiency of materials. Universal Utility Closely aligning form and function, Shaker designs needed to reflect ultimate utility. Connection to Nature Much of Shaker design tended to rely upon natural materials like oak, maple, cedar, and birch.

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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

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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Invaluable

APRIL 22, 2024

Collecting Victorian Jewelry Although Victorian jewelry went through several distinct periods, its earlier iterations can be identified by romantic themes of birds and flowers, as well as hearts and bows. When thinking about starting your own Victorian jewelry collection, consider finding a reputable dealer with a good reputation.

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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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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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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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Artifactual History Appraisal

NOVEMBER 24, 2017

This is a brief snippet of a much longer monologue that runs continually in my head as I work professionally in the world of things and help guide people through the process of dealing with material objects. I wouldn't be an appraiser if I didn't have a deep appreciation for things.

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WorthPoint

MAY 10, 2024

For instance, sometimes you’ll find Victorian designs made of materials like pinchbeck or rolled gold. You can learn more about how to recognize pinchbeck, rolled gold, and a bevy of other materials used during the Victorian era by reading all about them in the Worthpoint Dictionary. Others, however, you’d still be wise to avoid.

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Mark Hill

APRIL 8, 2024

Early in 2020, I bid on and bought a mid-century modern abstract oil on board painting at auction totally sight-unseen, because it looked like it might be the work of an artist I collect right now. Stupid, I know, for all the reasons and especially stupid because, when I went to collect it, it wasn’t by the artist I collect at all.

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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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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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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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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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WorthPoint

OCTOBER 21, 2024

When Halloween Jewelry Came About If you’re a fan of Halloween collectibles, you already know that vintage decorations and costumes from the early 1900s through the mid-century era can be worth a pretty penny. These can be cute and make a fun little collection for a youngster or something to wear if you just want to be festive.

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WorthPoint

JUNE 3, 2024

At its Vintage Hollywood Autographs, Photos & Collectible Postcards sale on June 8, Britannic Auctions of Phoenix, Arizona, is offering rare pieces of memorabilia from one of history’s most influential film directors. Francis has been a writer and editor in the antiques and collectibles field for more than 20 years. Preserve.

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WorthPoint

JULY 1, 2024

Admired for their craftsmanship, these cannons are highly collectible today and cool pieces of naval history. Though uranium glass is generally considered safe to handle, it’s advised not to drink or eat from any pieces as small fragments of radioactive material can be ingested. Julien’s Auctions , estimate: $200–$300.

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Invaluable

AUGUST 28, 2024

First emerging as a popular children’s toy, antique porcelain dolls soon became a cherished collectible. With this Chinese ceramic material, doll makers could finally create intricately painted faces, lifelike features, and beautifully constructed clothing. Rarity can increase the price of a collectible doll.

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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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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

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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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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