On-site country auctions can be a boon for pickers because it weeds out a lot of buyers who are only mildly interested in what the sale has to offer. Read More +
Author Archives: Karen Knapstein
Postcard Ponderings: End of one era marks the beginning of another
Check out the inaugural installment of a new column, Postcard Ponderings, written by Antique Trader co-editor Karen Knapstein, as she explores her passion for postcards. Read More +
Smart Investment: If money were no object
At $26 for 26 issues, Antique Trader is a smart investment for a magazine that’s packed with informative and entertaining information on antiques and collectibles. Read More +
Celebrating collectibles of manly character
According to some, the world of antiques and collectibles may not seem very ‘manly,’ but there’s no question that thought couldn’t be more far from the truth – as Eric Bradley, author of the new book “Mantiques: A Guide to Cool Stuff” explains. Read More +
New Wisconsin antique shop offers plenty of picking opportunity
Water Street Vintage offers a wide variety of antiques and collectibles at reasonable prices, including antique and vintage furniture, decor, antique glass and ceramics, sporting collectibles, stoneware, and upcycled art. Read More +
Fans find Mardi Gras invitations as extravagant as the events themselves
Did you realize we’re in the midst of carnival season, and Mardi Gras is just a few weeks away? Within all the revelry of this season are many many secret traditions, including the highly-sought after Mardi Gras invitations. Read More +
Estate auction launches new collection of vintage advertising
I love attending estate auctions. You never know what you will find. So many times, you don’t know you will like or want something until you see it. The latest auction I went to, I took it a step further and didn’t realize I wanted something until after I bought it! Read More +
Demystifying American Fire Marks, part 2
By their very nature volunteer fire departments were organized around protecting people and property, without a second thought about whether the property ablaze had an insurer’s fire mark. However, it’s long been the focus of myth that some are working to end. Read More +
Immigrants introduce kugel tradition to U.S.
The kugel is a traditional blown-glass ornament originating in Central Europe. Becoming popular in the United States in the late 19th century, these dynamic and delicate decorations continue to charm people the world over. Read More +
SOLD! Vintage Designer Jewelry
Shown here is a diverse array of fine vintage designer jewelry sold during Bonhams’ Salon Jewelry & Watches auction held Sept. 30, 2013. Read More +