About Toni Rahn

Antoinette (Toni) Rahn is the online editor and content manager for Antique Trader. She has a penchant for collecting petroliana, vintage advertising items, Irish collectibles and general Americana. She lives in Wisconsin with her husband, Tom.

Frick Director speaking at Bonhams

February 24, 2013 | Toni Rahn | Leave a reply

Sir Mark Jones, director of The Frick Collection, will present a lecture entitled “why do we collect?” at Bonhams March 19. Read More +

Furniture Detective: Write the ad right: Sell the piece

February 24, 2013 | Toni Rahn | Leave a reply

The ad for this desk should read: “Lady’s fall front desk, ca 1900. Qtr cut oak. Fitted interior. French legs. Original finish. Good condition. Slight veneer damage. 51in H, 24in W. $300.” (Photo courtesy Fred Taylor)

Before you post the next item you’re looking to sell online or in classified ads, review the Furniture Detective’s tips to crafting a effective description. Read More +

Question of the Week: What are your antiques-related goals for 2013

February 24, 2013 | Toni Rahn | Leave a reply

We asked and you our readers answered, and told us your antiques-related goals for 2013. As unique as the many things you collect, these answers are inspiring. Read More +

Letter to the Editor: EBay sellers taking steps to protect themselves from overseas schemers

February 17, 2013 | Toni Rahn | Leave a reply

Taking a few proven precautions and insurances can help sellers and buyers minimize the risk of scams and schemes on eBay, suggests a Antique Trader reader. Read More +

10 Things You Didn’t Know About: Advertising Cookie Jars

February 17, 2013 | Toni Rahn | Leave a reply

Cookie jars have been used to peddle everything from pancakes and green beans to soft drinks and dog treats, among other things, and are popular collectibles. Read More +

A business investment you can’t pass up

February 12, 2013 | Toni Rahn | Leave a reply

This month's special kit is The Essential Antiques Business Value Pack. Sound advice for any antiques business owner.

Because we know every business investment and decision counts, no matter what it is, good advice is a solid benefit to your business success. Read More +

Glorious Gouda – Dutch pottery charms with brilliant colors and captivating designs

February 8, 2013 | Toni Rahn | Leave a reply

This early 20th century high glaze Gouda vase by Rozenburg den Haag of the Netherlands, yielded $4,444 during the July 14, 2012 European Furniture & Decorative Arts auction at Skinner Inc. The total was far more than three times the piece’s high estimate of $1,200. (Photo courtesy Skinner Inc.)

Gouda pottery is a “strong and silent type,” with colorful and captivating designs – which is its calling card, and what has it poised for a bright future. Read More +

Royal Canadian Mounted Police call on collectors to help identify artifacts

January 29, 2013 | Toni Rahn | Leave a reply

Miniature steam engine. (Photo courtesy Nova Scotia RCMP)

Thousands of antiques, believed to have been stolen, were seized by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Now antiques collectors are called on to help. Read More +

Weekly Antiques Auction & Show Ads: Feb. 8 – Mar. 29, 2013

January 28, 2013 | Toni Rahn | Leave a reply

Bonhams, Period Art & Design Auction, Feb. 10 - 11, 2013, 10 a.m. Learn more at bonhams.com.

Check out the upcoming auctions, shows, events and offerings in the world of antiques courtesy of the Weekly Auction & Show Ads in Antique Trader. Read More +

Vintage Pacific travel book expected to fetch upwards of $20,000

January 28, 2013 | Toni Rahn | Leave a reply

Illuminated manuscript on vellum, mainly in Latin, Book of Hours, France, late 15th or early 16th century, estimated at $7,000 to $9,000. (Photo courtesy Bonhams)

A prized Pacific travel book and renowned 15th century Book of Hours lead exemplary collection of books slated for auction at Bonhams of San Francisco Feb. 15-17. Read More +