In an Ask the Experts appraisal, A.I.A “Certified Appraiser” Dr. G. Marchelos points out distinct history of a vase, and something that cuts into its value. Read More +
Ask the Experts: Even a distinct vase loses value because of a crack
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Help Wanted: Finding employees with integrity and passion is a challenge
Antiques stores are often “mom and pop” businesses by necessity. But during spring and summer, a very active season for antiquing, extra help is necessary too. Read More +
Furniture Detective: Write the ad right: Sell the piece
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 +
Behind the Gavel: Finding a cost/services balance that pays off
Join columnist Wayne Jordan as he continues his exploration of services and options available for creating a robust online presence for your antiques business. Read More +
10 Things You Didn’t Know About: Advertising Cookie Jars
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 +
Furniture Detective: Looking closely at brass hardware aids in deciding furniture age
Gauging the age of a piece of furniture can be tricky, but not if you turn to the hardware on the piece – as it contains tips to the true age of the treasure. Read More +
Art Markets: Alexander Calder contrives art in motion
Innovative sculpture Alexander Calder fuses engineering and art to devise history-making sculptures and inspire the 20th century avant-garde art movement. Read More +
Behind the Gavel: Hanging out your shingle on the Web swells bidder pools with active buyers
Behind the Gavel columnist Wayne Jordan offers sound advice for going global with an antiques business, by tapping into online streaming auctions. Read More +
Special Report: 2012 in Review
Many auction houses are finding that variety is a necessity for growth and continued success. This is evident in leading auction houses’ triumphs of 2012. Read More +
Behind the Gavel: Building your own ‘Robo Picker’
Wouldn’t it be great if we could just place an order for certain antiques and have them show up at our door? Actually, it’s a reality. Meet the RSS Reader.
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