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Evaluation to Valuation: Navigating Fine Art Appraisals

Art Appraisal Resources

The appraiser will assess its condition, size, materials and overall condition. Unconventional Materials Appraising artworks created with unconventional materials, such as glass, textiles, metals, or other non-traditional substances, requires specialized knowledge and expertise.

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Temporary Assistant Objects Conservator, The Baltimore Museum of Art

WCG

In consultation with the Senior Objects Conservator, the Assistant Objects Conservator will examine, document, rehouse, and treat as needed a variety of works, including furniture and textiles. Incomplete application materials will not be considered. Position will be posted until filled. No phone calls please.

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WCG Private Practice Seminar

WCG

Lauren’s research interests include studying the effects of adhesives on cultural materials, diagnostic imaging, and exploring cross-disciplinary adaptive treatment techniques for ephemeral technological materials. Julia Brennan Principal, Caring for Textiles Julia M.

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Constructivism: The Intersection of Art and Industry in the Avant-Garde Movement

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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. Vavara Stepanova -Textile Design 3, Step 3.

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Collections Manager, Fort Monroe Authority

WCG

The Manager oversees all activities related to the care and documentation of the museum´s objects consisting of textiles, metal, and other materials, as well as a vast collection of printed materials contained in the archives. Packs and ships objects and documents. Contributes to budgetary and narrative project reports.

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Comparing Dynasties: Tang vs. Song Dynasty Art 

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Spanning more than 6 centuries together, this dynastic duo brought to light the brilliance of new modes and materials that set Chinese art on course for its brilliance today. Surviving examples of these silk textiles beyond hanging and hand scrolls are rare given the challenges in preserving such delicate material over time.

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Unravelling the Allure of Brocante: Exploring the Charm of Antique Fairs

IACF

In those times, traders would set up stalls to sell various used and second-hand items, including textiles and household goods. As the world continues to embrace brocante, it reconnects us with the past and reminds us that the value of an object extends far beyond its mere material worth.