Maine Antique Digest
MARCH 28, 2024
Here are a few notable prices of antiques sold recently at auction, as provided by press releases. All prices include the buyer’s premium when charged. We’re always looking for news of prices realized at auctions, particularly unusual or top lots. Send pictures, complete descriptions, and information to A.P.R.
The Appraiser Coach
MARCH 26, 2024
In a recent reflection on my appraisal business, I want to share an inspiring story about a fellow appraiser who defied market challenges and achieved remarkable success. This individual, relatively new to running their own appraisal business, exemplifies the power of dedication and strategic learning. Amidst a general market slowdown, this appraiser not only weathered the storm but thrived.
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Artnet News
MARCH 29, 2024
The private museum of Rosa and Carlos de la Cruz has closed. Its prized holdings will be sold by Christie's. The post ‘It Was Her Life’: Major Miami Collection Heads to Auction, Following Founder’s Death appeared first on Artnet News.
Antique Appraisers Auctioneers
MARCH 30, 2024
Speculating on the value of a rare antique passed down in your family for a long time can be exciting. It might have a lot of sentimental value because you associate it with beloved grandparents. It becomes part of the fabric of your family, but is it valuable? How rare is it? That will probably be a question that you ask regardless of whether you feel sentimental value towards a particular Chinese antique that has been handed down in your family or not.
Anubis Appraisal and Estate Services
MARCH 30, 2024
March 27, 2024: The Myrna and Sheldon Palley Glass Artist Lecture, at the Lowe Art Museum This great lecture highlighted the glass artist Michael Janis, the Co-Director of the Washington Glass School. After attending the lecture I revisited some of my favorite pieces in the Palley Pavilion. The Lowe Art Museum has one of the best art glass collections in the United States.
The Antique Appraisal Co
MARCH 25, 2024
Are you looking to appraise your collection of Chinese porcelain or Oriental artworks with precision? Trust Irv Graham’s Chinese Antique Appraisal Service for meticulous assessments and reliable valuations. Navigating the complexities of Chinese antiques demands expertise, and Irv Graham’s service stands out as a beacon of reliability.
Maine Antique Digest
MARCH 31, 2024
Voices and Votes: Democracy in America, presented by the Smithsonian’s Museum on Main Street in cooperation with the Museum Association of New York (MANY), examines the nearly 250-year-old American experiment of a government “of, by and for the people” and how each generation continues to question how to form “a
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Artnet News
MARCH 27, 2024
Christie's has set a record for the Japanese artist three times in a row. The post Work of the Week: Katsushika Hokusai’s ‘Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji’ appeared first on Artnet News.
Antique Appraisers Auctioneers
MARCH 25, 2024
If you own Chinese antiques and are curious about their value, it’s essential to consult a Chinese antiques expert who can help you determine their worth. These objects, ranging from porcelain vases and bowls to jade carvings and furniture, are highly sought-after by collectors and enthusiasts worldwide. In this article, we will explore some tips and resources for appraising Chinese artwork and antiques. #1.
Society of American Archivists
MARCH 20, 2024
March 20, 2024 — The Society of American Archivists Foundation is excited to announce the opportunity for Annual Meeting Travel Awards to assist with attendance at ARCHIVES*RECORDS 2024 in Chicago, IL, taking place from August 14-17, 2024.
Auction Central News
MARCH 28, 2024
CHICAGO — Two Hollywood dresses last sold at auction in 2017 met contrasting fortunes when they returned to the block as part of the Freeman’s Hindman Spring Fashion and Accessories sale on March 12. Judy Garland’s dress from In The Good Old Summertime made a handsome return, but Mae West’s Elsa Schiaparelli gown from Every […] The post Judy Garland and Mae West screen-worn gowns turned heads at Freeman’s Hindman Spring Fashion sale appeared first on Auction Central News.
Maine Antique Digest
MARCH 28, 2024
A Book Review We often think of the many spectacular rooms of the White House when we imagine our leaders greeting those of other countries such as presidents and prime ministers, heads of states, secretaries of state, and diplomatic ministers.
The Appraiser Coach
MARCH 12, 2024
I want to talk today about something with which we are all familiar. I believe that we need to keep this in the forefront of our minds as business owners. This term is “opportunity cost.” The idea of opportunity cost is, “what are you missing out on when you do x ,” the idea here being that when you do activity x , you cannot also do activity y, m, z, q, etc.
Artnet News
MARCH 31, 2024
A Rijksmuseum retrospective proves the Dutch Golden Age painter captured the scope of 17th century Amsterdam, from its nocturnal joys to its harsh realties. The post From Raucous to Revelatory: The Unflinching Eye of Frans Hals appeared first on Artnet News.
Antique Appraisers Auctioneers
MARCH 18, 2024
When you think of Jade, you likely conjure images of intricately carved oriental sculptures in antique emerald green. In recent years, Jade Jewelry has become famous for its shiny and smooth bangles, earrings, and necklaces. Jade is one of the oldest known gemstones and is a testament to nature’s artistry. Its unique qualities, including toughness, strength, and ultimate charm, make it a rare and precious find.
Society of American Archivists
MARCH 29, 2024
March 29, 2024 — This week, the Society of American Archivists (SAA) welcomes former SAA President Terry Baxter (Multnomah County Records and Archives) as a returning Council member for the 2023–2024 term. This transition follows the departure of Dominique Luster, who has been instrumental in advancing and supporting SAA.
Auction Central News
MARCH 28, 2024
Purvis Young, ‘Angels Free Us’ DANIA BEACH, Fla. – Just months after achieving a massive new auction record for Purvis Young (1943-2010), Akiba Galleries is offering another large-scale work by the African American Outsider artist. The monumental mixed media on plywood painting from the 1990s is estimated at $10,000-$30,000 on Tuesday, April 2. Young, who […] The post Purvis Young’s ‘Angels Free Us’ leads our five lots to watch appeared first on Auction Central News.
International Society of Appraisers
MARCH 26, 2024
3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM The world of fine wines is a realm where craftsmanship, terroir, and history converge to create liquid masterpieces. Wine, often referred to as the nectar of the gods, has long been revered for its complexity, flavor profiles, and the unique stories encapsulated in each bottle. Some wines, however, transcend the ordinary, commanding astronomical prices at auctions and appraisals.
The Appraiser Coach
MARCH 5, 2024
I talk a lot on this blog about change. That’s partly because so much change has happened just during my time as an appraiser. I’ve seen the advent of laser measuring, electronic forms, and most recently, remote appraisals. This industry is seemingly in an almost constant state of change! Change seems to be one of the only things we can expect to truly stick around.
Artnet News
MARCH 31, 2024
The lollipop wrapper design was just one of the artist's many commercial collabs. The post Art Bites: Dalí’s Most Famous Design Is at a Drugstore Near You appeared first on Artnet News.
WorthPoint
MARCH 28, 2024
WorthPoint’s “ Collectors Like You ” series spotlights fascinating collectors, resellers, dealers (just like you!), and more in the antiques and collectibles world. Read their stories to discover the who, what, when, where, and why behind what they do. Meet Tim Stewart—a full-time reseller, content creator, and social media enthusiast. Photo courtesy: Tim Stewart Tim Stewart, a reseller, content creator, and social media enthusiast, recently posted a comprehensive video on one of his YouTube cha
Invaluable
MARCH 19, 2024
Why Collectors and Investors Want to Learn Coin Grading Numismatics, commonly known as coin collecting, has become a thriving global industry. In 2022, “a record 22 U.S. coins sold at auction for $1 million or more and hundreds of other historic coins and banknotes priced from $1,000 and up set new records when more than $551 million of U.S. rare coins were sold at major public auctions,” said Professional Numismatics Guild President, Richard Weaver.
Auction Central News
MARCH 28, 2024
LOS ANGELES — John Moran Auctioneers will present The Traditional Collector: Featuring The Collection of Walter and Nesta Spink, taking place Tuesday, April 9 and Wednesday, April 10. The sale features 440 lots, including fine and decorative art, furnishings, tableware, lighting, and clocks. The catalogs are now available for viewing and bidding at LiveAuctioneers.
International Society of Appraisers
MARCH 18, 2024
3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM Each year the ISA Education Foundation awards scholarships to qualifying applicants to support their growth professionally and academically. The application will be available March 15, 2024. The deadline is May 15th, 2024, and scholarship awards will be announced on June 1st, 2024. If you are interested in a scholarship to advance your skillset and career, please read below and apply today!
Penrose Appraisals
MARCH 14, 2024
Can you tell me what it's worth? I just want to know what it's worth. How much can I get for this? How much does this go for? These are examples of the questions that appraisers are faced with just about every day. Someone has something in their possession and they have a hope or a suspicion that it might be worth a lot of money. Maybe they've been watching a lot of Antiques Roadshow or Pawn Stars or Storage Wars or some such programming and they have dollar signs floating in thei
Artnet News
MARCH 29, 2024
The exhibition platform is founded by Edna Dumas of the Hermès-Dumas family, as well as the Japanese actor Yuta Nakano and German entrepreneur Lothar Eckstein. The post A New Tokyo Art Space Will Champion Contemporary African Art appeared first on Artnet News.
WorthPoint
MARCH 22, 2024
Dune: Part Two was released in theaters on March 1, 2024. While I am more of a romantic comedy type of gal, last weekend, I was persuaded to see the new Dune: Part Two movie with a handful of sci-fi lovers and was quickly fascinated by the current glut of Dune 2 merch on the market. Of course, much of this has now hit the secondary market with inflated prices for limited editions, signed items, and, of course, that notorious popcorn bucket.
Invaluable
MARCH 12, 2024
Some serious collectors will stop at nothing to track down the most rare and valuable first editions of classic, renowned works. But determining whether or not a modern book published in the 19th or 20th century (post the invention of the printing press) is in fact a true first edition book, in its most original form, can be a confusing and time-consuming process.
Auction Central News
MARCH 29, 2024
HOLLYWOOD, Fla. – Some of the world’s most desirable buttons will be offered at Lion and Unicorn on Wednesday, April 10 as part of its Florida Spring Time Antique Button Auction. Low estimates range from $50 to more than $5,000, with bidding available via LiveAuctioneers. Helpfully tagged as ‘the rarest button in the auction’ is an […] The post Antique button mania returns to Lion and Unicorn April 10 appeared first on Auction Central News.
International Society of Appraisers
MARCH 2, 2024
3/2/2024 12:00:00 AM Yesterday I received the following voicemail message: “Potential Client calling from Nashville Suburb. I have a hundred-thousand-dollar hog I need appraised for insurance purposes. That’s what I paid for it so I would expect that it would appraise for that. I have all of the paperwork to show what I paid for it. What would you charge to come out and appraise the hog?
Gem Society
MARCH 12, 2024
What are the top gemstone investments for 2024? Learn why these five gems, some well-known and some less so, are poised to increase in value.
Artnet News
MARCH 23, 2024
Check out our roundup of fresh-picked artists to follow. The post Spring Forward With These 5 Artists From Artnet’s Gallery Network appeared first on Artnet News.
Artnet Auctions
MARCH 25, 2024
The painting 'Sugar Moon' reach a new record in last month's GEMS: Collecting Post-War Abstraction sale. The post AbEx Pioneer Kikuo Saito Achieves a New Record in Artnet’s Post-War Abstraction Sale appeared first on Artnet News.
Michael Rose Fine Art
MARCH 5, 2024
Even for those who frequent art museums, the daily routines of museum guards can be enigmatic. In uniform in the corner of galleries, guards are responsible for the difficult task of keeping priceless artworks safe from hoards of curious onlookers. In his celebrated 2023 memoir All the Beauty in the World , author Patrick Bringley shares insights about art and life from the perspective of a museum guard.
Auction Central News
MARCH 27, 2024
LONDON – An important oil on canvas by Vasilii Dmitrievich Polenov (1844-1927), part of a series of paintings titled The Life of Christ, achieved £1,379,000 ($1,738,013 with buyer’s premium) at Bonhams’ 19th Century and British Impressionist Art Sale on March 20. The work, bearing the title And she went and told them that she had […] The post Polenov work from his ‘The Life of Christ’ series achieves $1.7 million at Bonhams appeared first on Auction Central News.
Reagan Upshaw Fine Art
MARCH 25, 2024
It was the spring of 1985, and seven women artists were still pissed. The previous summer, the Museum of Modern Art in New York had held an exhibition entitled, “An International Survey of Recent Painting and Sculpture” to inaugurate the museum’s newly renovated building. The exhibition had included the works of 165 artists, supposedly the best of the best.
Invaluable
MARCH 20, 2024
Coined in the late 19th century to describe the Western craze for Japanese art and design, the influence of Japonisme blossomed after Japanese ports reopened to Western trade in 1854 after being closed to the West for over 200 years, and in doing so helped to lay the foundations for Modern Art. “All my work is based to some extent on Japanese art” Vincent van Gogh Known as Sakoku, Japan’s long period of isolation changed with the arrival of the Meiji Restoration in 1868, and with it welcom
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