Toy collectors have a different view on the world of the silver screen than do other movie aficionados.

Surprisingly collections of uncut vintage paper dolls are not only around but can be reasonably priced, depending where you find them.

The kitchen is the heart of the home and many people have fond memories of sitting in granny’s kitchen, watching her use a variety of utensils to handle the cooking and baking chores at hand.

Former President Jimmy Carter once said, “Mickey Mouse is the symbol of goodwill, surpassing all languages and cultures. When one sees Mickey Mouse, they see happiness.”

Throughout the ages, masks have starred in Greek drama, sent men roaring down the warpath, summoned otherworldly spirits, and figured in initiation, healing, and funereal rites. Masks have also masked a multiplicity of duplicity.

Ask Antique Trader: Anne Gilbert answers reader questions about their antiques. This week: Want a pickle? Take a look at this blue cut glass relish stand

Well, you bought it, got it home, lubed the drawers, leveled the doors and it looks great doesn’t it? Doesn’t it? Maybe it needs something to brighten it up. Maybe it needs refinishing – and maybe it doesn’t.

Botero is probably the first answer most critics, collectors or curators will give when asked to name a contemporary Latin American artist.

Art Nouveau jewelry brings with it a radical representation of emotions, natural elements and ideas. An innovation in art when the movement began at the turn of the 20th century, its appeal is unquestionable and timeless.

“Elementary, my dear Watson.” While it’s commonly believed that Sherlock Holmes uttered those words, you won’t find that quote in any of the published stories that Arthur Conan Doyle wrote about the famous English consulting detective.