Collectors of toys, record albums and antique firearms are in for a treat, with the release of three new references from Krause Publications. Read More +
New toy, record album and firearms guides hit shelves courtesy of Krause Publications
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Ask the Experts: Value of rosary case is in its nostalgia
In this installment of Ask the Experts, Asheford Institute Of Antiques honors graduate Anthony J. Cavo speaks to the age and potential value of a unique rosary case. Read More +
Decorative arts society inviting proposals to earn $1,000 research stipend
A $1,000 stipend for historical research is up for grabs in New Hampshire. The Piscataqua Decorative Arts Society has offered the stipend periodically since 2006. Read More +
$1 million Diego Rivera painting in Texas
It was a million dollar moment for respected antiques appraiser and consultant Colleene Fesko and a resident of Texas during a recent taping of ‘Antiques Roadshow.’ See what this history-making moment was all about. Read More +
Signed ‘Helen Keller’ painting remains a mystery
Certified Appraiser Dr. G. Marchelos digs into the source of an Antique Trader subscriber’s unique painting and uncovers the truth behind the ‘Helen Keller’ art. Read More +
Printing museum receives $10K sustainability grant
A Wisconsin-based wood type and printing museum is moving forward with expansion into a larger space, thanks to the help of private donors, and corporate supporters including Hoefler & Frere-Jones. Read More +
Art gallery hosting Coney Island ‘Sideshow’ exhibit, sale
Coney Island’s side show and amusement park history takes center stage in the “Sideshow” exhibit at The Ross Art Group’s gallery through May 25. Read More +
Sweet Lornita: Like bees to blooms, collectors seek out Lornita’s affordable, hand-painted milk glass
It’s been 68 years since the Lornita milk glass story began, and just as it did then, these hand-painted pieces charm generation after generation of collectors. Read More +
‘Antiques Roadshow’ announces ‘Golden Ticket’ sweepstakes
Do you feel lucky? If so, now’s the time to enter ‘Antiques Roadshow’ just-announced “Golden Ticket” sweepstakes, and a chance to win the ultimate Roadshow experience. Read More +
Occupied Japan Club announces new leadership
A new era is beginning for the Occupied Japan Club, as its long time leader retiring her post after 27 years and a new pair of co-leaders stepping into the spot. Read More +