Condition Function Material 
Invaluable
APRIL 24, 2024
Everyday Artistry American folk art is remarkably varied, an element that makes the field all the more captivating because these forms and techniques are often informed by regional traditions and materials. Natural Materials Many examples of American folk art also rely upon organic media. Sold for $431.25 USD via Jeffrey S.
Invaluable
APRIL 24, 2024
Everyday Artistry American folk art is remarkably varied, an element that makes the field all the more captivating because these forms and techniques are often informed by regional traditions and materials. Natural Materials Many examples of American folk art also rely upon organic media. Sold for $431.25 USD via Jeffrey S.
Penrose Appraisals
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
The concept of "unity" also is helpful - does the form, the material, the detail of this object fit within the period, or the artisan? If it is intended as a functional object, does it comfortably do what it is supposed to? Identifying the materials which makeup an object is important and can be challenging. Condition.
WorthPoint
MARCH 29, 2024
Many different types of objects were produced using this substance, such as straight razor handles, fountain pens, dolls, jewelry, and functional hair ornaments. Once these materials were processed into malleable materials, they were pressure molded, or blow-molded, into consumer goods until around 1950.
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.
The Mid-West Museum Association
JULY 12, 2024
These guiding documents are a great place to start to determine whether your object’s condition is acceptable, or whether it requires attention. Does the repair require specialized tools or materials that you either have on-hand or are easily obtained? Do you have staff trained in a specific type of conservation treatment?
Artifactual History Appraisal
MAY 6, 2020
Age Maker Period/date Originality (Tiffany Favrile or Tiffany reproduction) Condition; extremely important, but hairline damage is hard to see, especially in photos Wear: on glass used often at table, you’ll see wear marks, which you should see if the piece is old and not a reproduction 4. PORCELAIN and CERAMICS: A. Do you see kiln marks?
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