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Getty Research Institute acquires photography dealer Peter MacGill's archive

The Art Newspaper

The extensive archive, which includes client correspondence and daily records, will be catalogued over the course of the next few years

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Photography Conservator, SAAM

WCG

Please find the SI Trust Careers posting for a Photography Conservator, SAAM at the preceding link. The position advises on preservation measures for exhibition, loan, and acquisition, conducts scientific and scholarly research, and collaborates on projects with SAAM staff. Application window closes June 20, 2024.

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Tips for Researching Your Thrift Store’s Glass

WorthPoint

The world of antique glass is one of those research fields that can consume you entirely, largely because there’s just so much glass out there! Your glass research odyssey can be even more challenging if the item in question is missing a mark. Take a look at the full video to get some invaluable tips on researching glass.

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The Importance of Contemporary Art Appraisals

Art Appraisal Resources

Art Acquisitions Art collectors, museums, galleries, and private individuals interested in purchasing contemporary Paintings, Sculpture, Photography, or Fine Art Prints might seek an appraisal to ensure they make an informed investment. Extensive research is a vital part of the appraisal process.

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A Client's Guide For How to Take Photographs of Art and Antiques to Send to An Appraiser

Artifactual History Appraisal

The guide is informed by Elizabeth’s many years of work with her full-time photographer John Flandrick of Flandricka House Photography. Photograph by John Flandrick, Flandricka House Photography 2. It’s a pleasure to share her original work here so that it will accessible to assist an even broader audience. Do you see kiln marks?

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This Week in Thrifting: An Irresistible Victorian Couch

WorthPoint

I’m only at the beginning of my research odyssey, but after doing some quick research with the WorthPoint Price Guide , I can tell that this item seriously resembles a lot of other Victorian designs. In addition to her role as HIP’s curator of photography, Allison Radomski is a writer and filmmaker.

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This Week in Thrifting: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

WorthPoint

The WorthPoint app provides a great way to compare all kinds of data, especially packaging and branding, which is a perfect starting point for researching an action figure’s potential age. What surprised me about my Price Guide research was seeing one particular action figure creep into my search results repeatedly.

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