Astor Galleries

JUNE 8, 2023

Her designs were known for their intricate handwork, colorful glass beads, and Art Deco styling. Her jewelry was characterized by its use of colorful glass beads, which she often combined with rhinestones, metalwork, and other materials. She moved to the United States with her family when she was just 10 years old.

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MAY 13, 2024

Opulent Materials Jules Leleu – A Shagreen, Mahogany and Gilt Bronze Sideboard. Contrasting the simple shapes of Art Deco designs were the luxurious materials that often augmented these forms. Extravagant materials typically joined rich tones and decorative details to contribute to the sumptuous ornamentation of Art Deco designs.

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Art Peritus

MARCH 31, 2025

Protective Measures For fine paintings, prints, and photographs, museum-grade framing is essential. UV-protective glass or acrylic can prevent sun damage, while airtight backing can help guard against moisture and pollutants. Sculptures and mixed-media pieces should be placed on stable surfaces.

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JULY 8, 2024

In addition, renowned institutions like the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts became leading centers for artistic innovation in response to European painting trends. Cassatt , for example, returned frequently to the theme of women in her painting, as is seen in both Young Lady in a Loge Gazing to Right and The Boating Party (1893).

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International Society of Appraisers

MARCH 14, 2025

You may be asked to determine the salvage value for a damaged painting, antique table, computer, or other kind of item. What if your item contains intrinsic materials? Scrap value is a kind of salvage value and is the amount that would probably be obtained for a property that was being broken up to obtain materials.

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AUGUST 26, 2024

Its simple arrangement of glass lenses to magnify objects was not too dissimilar to a pair of opera glasses. You look at abstraction, sculptured or painted, an entirely exciting arrangement of planes, nuclei, entirely without meaning. Alexander Calder – Untitled. Sold for $2,434,500 via Christie’s (November 2010).

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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? The best glassware, for example, is beautiful to look at, but it also can be used easily - either as a pitcher, a vase, a drinking glass, or other such object. Does this example "fit?"

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Sold for £45,000 via Sotheby’s (November 2017) Founded in 1915 by Vladimir Tatlin and Alexander Rodchenko , Constructivism’s vision was to produce artworks and buildings using modern materials and designs that would awaken the working class to imperialist divisions and inequalities. Sold for €115,200 via Tajan (March 2016).

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Artifactual History Appraisal

JULY 29, 2020

In one design project, we skillfully incorporated the antique curio cabinet, vintage zither, heirloom rocking chair, and watercolor painting collection with contemporary new furnishings and custom accessories to create a welcoming and cohesive living room."

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Jerry's Antiques and Estates

AUGUST 1, 2023

Genuine hardware is typically made of sturdy materials like brass or iron, but contemporary replicas could be made of less expensive materials. Check paintings, sculptures, and other works of art carefully for any autographs, initials, or monograms. To verify their state and legitimacy, thoroughly examine their components.

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APRIL 29, 2024

The exceptionally varied artistic production of this golden age of Chinese culture, from ceramics to painting and calligraphy can be separated between the two dynasties that share distinct characteristics and artistic achievements that evolved Chinese cultural heritage. Emperor Yongle of the Ming Dynasty (r.1402–1424)

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JUNE 19, 2024

The required awe and wonder was achieved through elaborately decorated domes often painted in trompe-l’œil and echoing theatrical techniques. And Baroque changed as it traversed the globe, adapting to new environments, tastes, and materials. Sold for €180 via Bertolami Fine Art s.r.l. April 2024).

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WorthPoint

JUNE 11, 2024

Antiques dealers report that shoppers are interested in bronze statues, ornate mirrors, porcelain, stained-glass pieces, oil paintings, planters, and more. Whether you are thrifting for yourself or hunting for pieces to resell, here are some antique and vintage items to watch for to capitalize on the Bridgerton craze.

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Grays Antiques

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Lover's Eye In a time before photography, miniature painted portraits were frequently swapped between lover, but in the Georgian period, a trend of the single eye or 'lover's eye' became the must-have token of devotion. Georgian pearl and 18 carat gold pendant centred with circular glass. Elton Antique Jewellery. John Joseph Antiques.

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Art Peritus

MAY 9, 2023

I would say about 80% of what we sell now falls in the decorative arts category and is considered historical material. Recently we sold an early 20th-century painting considered an important work of American modernism. Rarely is the property new unless it is a unique or custom design. How many pieces do you have listed?

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A Matter of Brilliance

OCTOBER 14, 2022

The 300 objects on display give you a sense of the genius of these artisans: their materials, the symbolism of the items they created, and the impact of their talent on future generations. They also figured out how to create glass and enamel to decorate the faience. It’s fascinating and the jewelry is simply amazing.

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WorthPoint

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Their functional simplicity gave carvers unlimited freedom to use their imaginations when making these pieces, and as such, the styles, subjects, and materials used differ widely, making them highly collectible. Throughout his career, Hunt used modern methods and industrial materials to sculpt organic forms. 7,300-$10,000 USD).

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OCTOBER 23, 2024

Despite the passage of centuries, Flemish still life paintings continue to captivate viewers with their vivid naturalism and meticulous detail, drawing us in with their colorful palettes and precise brushstrokes that masterfully capture the essence of their subjects. This patron network also influenced what these still lifes depicted.

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JULY 1, 2024

Traditionally, paintings and sculpture shaped the art landscape, but in the early 20th century a group of artists broadened artistic horizons with the diverse world of Assemblage and Collage. Max Ernst and Hans Arp similarly embraced the form, while Kurt Schwitters scavenged scrap materials and trash to incorporate into his works.

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Mark Hill

JULY 4, 2022

Detail of a large panel of carved and painted terracotta tiles, by Ron Hitchins. Thousands of Tiles Hitchins was a highly prolific artist with a vast output, and he worked with ceramic, plaster, metals, Perspex, fibreglass, wood, paint, ink, Biro, and felt-tip pen across his active period of some sixty years.

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Art Advisor's Blog

JULY 11, 2019

You just moved across the country and your favorite painting arrived with a gash through the canvas. You can search by location or by type of material to be appraised. Fine Art appraisers normally handle all paintings, prints, photographs, drawings, sculpture, tapestries and art glass.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2024

A painting created entirely outdoors – encapsulating the light, colors, and splendor of nature first-hand – is something we now take for granted. But the practice of painting en plein air (from the French, literally “in the open air”) has evolved over centuries. The invention of portable oil paints by John G.

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MARCH 24, 2025

A gilded flourish can elevate a painting to grandeur; a sharp border can sharpen modernist angles. In addition to some splendid historical examples, well also break down the materials and methods that go into these works of art all their own. We rarely notice them, yet they shape how we see the art they enclose.

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WorthPoint

JANUARY 7, 2025

Today, some of Hoffmanns creations from this time sell for tens of thousands at auction, especially the silver work, which has the added value of the material. However, some souvenirs from this period, such as ceramic figures, glass, and jewelry, can be snatched up reasonably priced. She holds a B.A. WorthPointDiscover.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2025

The art of mosaic can become mesmeric, a fusion of precision and creativity, as tiny tesserae combine to paint rich patterns and narratives. In this article well dive into the history of mosaic art, looking at some of the core materials and methods and illuminate those modes with some of the most celebrated examples from across history.

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MARCH 19, 2025

Emphasizing simplicity, clean lines, and the use of modern materials, the International Style was not only one of the most influential movements in modern architecture and design, but its aesthetic was also mirrored by revolutionary artists. Space and light and order. Le Corbusier LC4 Chaise Longue, Cassina.

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JANUARY 8, 2025

Techniques and Materials of Kintsugi It is often assumed that Kintsugi involves mending with gold, but the original process is a little more complicated. After this, the Kintsugi master will paint over the seams filled with lacquer with gold to achieve the final aesthetic, or mix the gold powder into the lacquer while wet.

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JANUARY 15, 2025

Predominantly applied to architecture, its influence spread to interior design and painting, taking its cues from the forms and patterns used in the late medieval period. Often stained or painted in dark hues to exaggerate furnitures medieval appearance, Gothic Revival pieces were often finished to a high standard.

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Jewelry Judge

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

“Solid Gold will transport visitors through the many worlds of gold, its joyful (though sometimes heartbreaking) histories, and its innumerable luminous expressions across cultures, past and present,” noted Matthew Yokobosky, Senior Curator of Fashion and Material Culture, Brooklyn Museum. Brooklyn Museum, Gift of George D.

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MARCH 26, 2025

Repetitive patterns made their way into Gothic-era stained glass, like the western rose window of Chartres Cathedral. This work also demonstrates his fascination with the Golden Ratio, a proportional system he applied to many of his paintings, including The Last Supper (1495). Leonardo Da Vinci – Hombre Vitruviano, Lithograph.

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NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Many artists used a combination of collage, printmaking , and traditional painting techniques to blend elements of popular culture into cohesive pieces of art. Mixed media and collage: Pop artists often blended materials and mediums. Similarly, Marisol created portrait sculptures using a variety of materials.

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NOVEMBER 4, 2024

In the school manifesto, Gropius stat ed that “the Bauhaus strives to reunite arts and crafts – sculpture, painting, applied art, and handicrafts – as the permanent elements of a new architecture”. When the school moved from Weimar to Dessau he began to teach a class in painting. He studied and then taught at the Bauhaus.

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MARCH 20, 2025

Burne-Jones in turn introduced Morris to his social network, including Dante Gabriele Rossetti who along with his artistic associates had introduced England to Pre-Raphaelite painting in 1849. Material Celebration Going together with his emphasis on craftsmanship, Morris appreciated the striking material properties of his production.

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WCG

JANUARY 10, 2025

We will share tips and tricks about how we fabricate mounts and supplementary supports constructed of soft and rigid archival materials. That meant looking for a material that could be used to fill the holes, bridge the large gaps, and still be semi translucent.

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WCG

DECEMBER 9, 2024

We will share tips and tricks about how we fabricate mounts and supplementary supports constructed of soft and rigid archival materials. That meant looking for a material that could be used to fill the holes, bridge the large gaps, and still be semi translucent.

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NOVEMBER 27, 2024

This painting became the banner for the art movement, which absorbed and transformed foreign influences, and cannibalized them into something singularly Brazilian. Casa de Vidro An icon of modern architecture in Brazil, Casa de Vidro was the home of Lina Bo and Pietro Maria Bardi for 40 years and took its name from its imposing glass façade.

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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. Whistler, Nocturne in Blue and Gold: Old Battersea Bridge, color lithograph, c. Frederic, Lord Leighton – The Bath of Psyche.

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