Artifactual History Appraisal
AUGUST 14, 2024
In this new episode, Tanzy discusses: -The inspiration and process of writing her second book "Unsung Portraits: Anonymous Images of Black Victorians and Early 20th Century Ancestors" -Her scholarship and how she actively engages with artifacts of self-representation in portraits, in fashion, and in jewelry to illuminate and give voice back to individuals (..)
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APRIL 22, 2024
Queen Victoria ’ s reign lasted between 1837 and 1901, during which her tastes and preferences in everything from clothing to jewelry informed those of her court, the upper classes and the general public in the UK. Victorian jewelry was often sentimental in nature. Antique Carved Jet Mourning Jewelry. Auctioneers (May 2023).
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JULY 18, 2024
Many beautiful collectibles have been made in Italy over time, including a wide array of jewelry. Because how much do you really know about the different types of mosaic jewelry and when these pieces were made? The General Nature of Mosaic Jewelry First, let’s look at mosaic jewelry in general terms.
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JULY 17, 2024
How Visual Artists Became Jewelry Artists Jewelry-making and art share a long, interwoven history, but it wasn’t until the 20th century that artists discovered the true potential of jewelry as another form of expression. In 1961, he ventured into jewelry-making, creating his first piece, La Jolie, from precious metals.
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MAY 10, 2024
Once upon a time, plain gold-tone pieces were the ugly stepsisters of the costume jewelry kingdom. I’d witness plain gold jewelry sit in brick-and-mortar shops and online venues for years, waiting to find someone who would love owning it. Does that mean you should buy every piece of gold-colored costume jewelry you encounter?
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OCTOBER 21, 2024
To be fair, most of Halloween jewelry available back then was of the cheap plastic novelty variety that didn’t stand up to more than a season or two of child’s play. By the time a was working for a living a couple of decades later, I do remember seeing more and more Halloween jewelry available.
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AUGUST 5, 2024
As I’m perusing online jewelry listings, whether shopping or doing research, I sometimes come across things that just aren’t quite right. Whether you’re just learning about jewelry buying and selling and need a bit more information on this gray area (pun intended!) Some marcasite jewelry is marked as well.
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