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Antique Textiles: Finding the Best Dealers, Appraisers, and Auctions

Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

Collectors have treasured antique textiles for centuries, offering a glimpse into the past and the history of fashion and design. Whether you are a collector or simply curious about antique textiles, knowing where to find the best dealers, appraisers, and auctions can help you navigate this fascinating world. What are Antique Textiles?

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Temporary Assistant Objects Conservator, The Baltimore Museum of Art

WCG

In consultation with the Senior Objects Conservator, the Assistant Objects Conservator will examine, document, rehouse, and treat as needed a variety of works, including furniture and textiles. The candidate will be involved with the assessment and movement of artworks to and from vault spaces that will be undergoing construction.

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Evaluation to Valuation: Navigating Fine Art Appraisals

Art Appraisal Resources

The appraiser will assess its condition, size, materials and overall condition. Unconventional Materials Appraising artworks created with unconventional materials, such as glass, textiles, metals, or other non-traditional substances, requires specialized knowledge and expertise.

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Trusted Local Antiques Buyers and Their Services in Bradenton

Sarasota Antique Buyers

Whether worn or in perfect condition, we, as experienced dealers, are interested in all items. We understand that each piece’s value depends on various factors, such as age, quality, condition, rarity, period, and maker. We’re interested in pieces of varying condition, even those without signatures by major artists.

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S.O.S. (Surplus Old Stuff) with Amy Moyer: Clothing

WorthPoint

Don’t forget to ask if they’d take everything in “as is” condition or only want items in excellent condition. As a reseller myself, vintage clothing is the bane of my existence as it is very common to find a spectacular garment with some irreversible condition issue. If it’s the latter, move on to Step 3.

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Gertrud Arndt: Exploring the Bauhaus Visionary

Invaluable

Textile Design and Modernity Following her Vorkurs year at Bauhaus, the head of the weaving workshop from 1919 to 1925, Georg Muche persuaded Arndt to join his course in autumn 1923, which became the focus of her studies. Joost Schmidt – Poster for Bauhaus Exhibition, 1923. Image courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

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Protecting Antique Furniture from Heat and Humidity

Harrison Appraisals

Over time, these conditions can destroy patina and reduce value. Check Location : Most collectors understand the adverse effects that result from exposing paintings and textiles to Ultraviolet light, but they often forget that their antique furniture is also at risk.