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New Uses for Old Things: Thoughts in Support of Mixing Antiques in Modern Interiors

Artifactual History Appraisal

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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So You Found A John George Brown Painting?

Harrison Appraisals

By the age of 14, he was apprenticed to a glass factory at Newcastle-on-Tyne where his father hoped he would learn the trade of glass-cutter. While working at the glass factory, Brown studied nights at the School of Design in Newcastle. Robert Harrison 3/28/23 1 “Jobs in a 19 th Century Glass Factory”, Corning Museum of Glass.

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Plein Air Paintings: Capturing the Essence of Nature

Invaluable

While early plein air painters often relied on watercolors, which were portable and quick to dry, it wasn’t until the 19th century that the technique truly transformed with the advent of collapsible oil paint tubes. The invention of portable oil paints by John G. Rand in 1841 was a game-changer. Edward Willis Redfield – ”Drifted Road.”

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Insights on Auction Sales: LeBron James, Winchester Cartridge Board

WorthPoint

Maine at Its Best This 1938 Andrew Wyeth watercolor titled Port Clyde, Maine sold for $85,400 at Barridoff. Leading the way, and taking more than 10 percent of the total sale on its own, was a 1938 Andrew Wyeth watercolor titled Port Clyde, Maine. Not bad for a sheet of paper under glass.

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Insights on Auction Sales: Pokémon, Magic Johnson

WorthPoint

This mahogany piece, constructed by Henkel-Harris of Winchester, VA, featured an upper portion with four glass-front doors and three adjustable shelves behind each, perfect for displaying fine china or collectibles. Their top lot was a Henkel-Harris Breakfront china press , which brought in a solid $1,477.

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