There’s still time to tune in to your inner appraiser and bring out your appraisal skills through summer sessions offered by the International Society of Appraisers. Read More +
Antiques News
Lucie Rie modern ‘stamp vase’ turns at $24,000
An exceptional modern vase, circa 1957, earned the top lot spot in a double-header auction May 17 at Cowan’s, which focused on modern and contemporary pieces. Read More +
Dealer group launches new Sunday antiques market in Illinois
There’s something new to behold on Sunday’s in Sandwich, Ill. – the new Sunday at Sandwich Antiques Show. Organized by a group of seasoned antiques dealers with a passion for offering quality antiques, collectibles and crafts, this show offers a little bit of something for just about everyone. Read More +
Antiques Forum reviewing 19th-century exoticism
What better place to explore, examine and discuss exoticism in decorative arts and design than New Orleans’ French Quarter? No where, that’s why the sixth annual New Orleans Antiques Forum set for Aug. 1-4 promises to be an unbeatable experience. Read More +
‘Storage Wars’ team embarking on new Calif. flea market venture – Update: Event on hold
The just announced Yard Sale Expo & Flea Market for June 29 has been cancelled. A future date has not yet been announced. Organizers include Dan and Laura Dotson of “Storage Wars” fame. Read More +
Marshaling the return of ‘Toys & Prices’ is a labor of heart and soul
After a three-year hiatus, ‘Toys & Prices,’ the go-to guide for toy collectors, returns with renewed focus, new categories and a new
attitude, thanks to toymaster Mark Bellomo. Read More +
Rare Pairpoint Puffy Owl lamp may fly to $60,000
Back-to-back fine glass and lamp auctions are on deck for June 19-20 as James D. Julia Auctioneers of Fairfield, Maine kicks off its summer auction season. Read More +
Sale tucks King Tut royal seal among natural history pieces
Antiquities Salesroom, Boulder County, Colo., is shedding light on art and artifacts from ancient civilizations, including King Tut’s royal seal, in its June 13-14 auction. Read More +
Universal Appeal: Movie poster magic and investment appeal
From Mickey Mouse to John Wayne, vintage movie posters are an entertaining investment, and in this excerpt from ‘Warman’s Antiques & Collectibles 2014, written by editor Noah Fleisher, you’ll learn just how good of an investment and why. Read More +
Online auctioneer partners with timepiece marketplace
News out Berlin is Auctionata, new online-only auction house is keeping time with Chrono24 – an another online marketplace specializing in luxury timepieces. Read More +