Fine Art Estates

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

While the workers do their thing, you have determined that the furniture can be moved to the center of the room and be protected via drop cloth, but where and how should you temporarily store your art for the next two weeks while the paint dries? Illustrated are three materials that will work as separators when stacking artworks.

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Material Sculpture Quality Lithographs 130

Penrose Appraisals

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

This is the goal of connoisseurship - to identify and separate something that is superior to its lookalikes, no matter what the category: needlework, wine, cars, teapots, or furniture. The concept of "unity" also is helpful - does the form, the material, the detail of this object fit within the period, or the artisan?

Collectibles 52

Collectibles Material Maker/Artist Provenance 52

Art Peritus

MAY 9, 2023

In early 2022 Art Peritus launched AP Selects, an online sales venture in which clients can consign art and furniture for sale through the business website, as well as on 3rd party independent online platforms including Incollect.com. What was the thinking behind this move into online retailing of various collectibles, especially furniture?

Antiques and Decorative Arts 40

Antiques and Decorative Arts Appraiser/appraisal Furniture Appraisal Process 40

Invaluable

APRIL 29, 2024

Despite this distinction, there isn’t necessarily a singular definition of Ming art thanks to its colorful ritual objects and calligraphy, but the porcelain produced during this period has become a byword for quality.

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Antiques and Decorative Arts Paintings Maker/Artist Ceramics 52

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OCTOBER 28, 2024

They believed that artists should showcase the richness of materials and the craftsmanship of handmade wares while paying homage to the beauty of the natural world. As noted earlier, European Arts and Crafts ideas stemmed in part from a reaction against industrialization and the negative impact it was having on the quality of consumer goods.

Furniture 98

Furniture Maker/Artist Material Function 98

Art Dealers Association of America

JUNE 20, 2019

And what it was, in fact, was an installation of studio furniture by one artist. I encourage people to really understand, or try to understand, what quality in art means, and to understand that this process is about creating their surroundings. What type of work did you show in the beginning?

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Maker/Artist Collectibles Function Sculpture 52

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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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Furniture Function Material Maker/Artist 98

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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.

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Maker/Artist Antiques and Decorative Arts Material Textiles 52

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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.

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Maker/Artist Antiques and Decorative Arts Material Textiles 52

Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

The post-war era called for affordable yet stylish furnishings, leading to the use of new materials like molded plywood, fiberglass, and stainless steel. Innovative Materials Experimentation with plastics, metals, and new fabrication techniques. Organic Shapes Curved, flowing lines and geometric influences.

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Material Function Maker/Artist Rarity 147

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DECEMBER 2, 2024

This design ethos, marked by clean lines, natural materials, and an emphasis on sustainability, creates spaces that feel open, inviting, and intimately connected to the natural world. Embracing Natural Materials Bruno Mathsson recliner. Sold for kr32,000 SEK via Stockholms Auktionsverket (April 2013).

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Material Furniture Function Textiles 52

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JANUARY 15, 2025

Buildings like Oxford and Glasgow Universities in the UK provided the ornate template that stood in defiant and decorative resistance to the precision of machined materials and these buildings required appropriately ornate and decorative furnishings. Typically, if the furniture isnt ornate, heavy, and practical then it isnt Gothic Revival.

Furniture 52

Furniture Antiques and Decorative Arts Fashion and Trends Quality 52

Jerry's Antiques and Estates

MARCH 10, 2025

Unlike mass-produced furniture, antique pieces bring warmth and authenticity to a room. If you want to explore this growing trend, Jerry’s Antiques offers an ever-changing collection of antique furniture, art, and dcor items in Montclair. Visit Estate Sales: Estate sales are a treasure trove of antique furniture and decor.

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Antiques and Decorative Arts Furniture Appraiser/appraisal Liquidation 52

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NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Quite the opposite in fact; blending high-quality antique pieces with modern vintage-inspired furniture can add a freshness and durability to the room, while personal touches and soft fabrics create a warm and inviting atmosphere. This doesn’t mean that the nursery has to be a fussy historical period room.

Furniture 52

Furniture Antiques and Decorative Arts Function Fashion and Trends 52

WorthPoint

JANUARY 29, 2025

Art deco furniture, including case pieces, side tables, and nightstands, will be popular this year, like this attractive waterfall nightstand (or end table) from the 1930s. 4 market trend: These dealers reported strong sales for traditional furniture and case pieces over smaller collectibles like clocks, lamps, and jewelry.

Antiques and Decorative Arts 69

Antiques and Decorative Arts Fashion and Trends Furniture Jewelry 69

WorthPoint

APRIL 3, 2025

The size and quality, G color, and VS2 clarity made it a standout, but lets be honest, if only I couldve managed the $229,100 price tag, I wouldve needed to get it resized before popping any questions! It’s More Than a Piece of Furniture Green Valley Auction sold this dark pencil post bed for $3,700.

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Sale Furniture Paintings Collectibles 75

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APRIL 28, 2025

What started from the homes and studios of a radical group of artists and designers in 1860s England would prize beauty above all else as they sought to escape the ugliness and materialism of the Industrial Age. Morris sought to produce furniture worthy of art, and to create textiles and wallpapers unlike any other.

Antiques and Decorative Arts 40

Antiques and Decorative Arts Furniture Maker/Artist Textiles 40

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MARCH 20, 2025

He believed hand-hewn carved furniture and woven fabrics, for instance, showcased the skill and simplified beauty of age-old techniques. Material Celebration Going together with his emphasis on craftsmanship, Morris appreciated the striking material properties of his production. February 2022).

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Textiles Glass Maker/Artist Material 59