This set of Lincoln rocking chairs owned and used by President Abraham Lincoln during the time of his election as president, sold for $26,121 at Nate D. Sanders auction. Read More +
Lincoln’s rocking chairs sell for $26K
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From the Editor: Exploring vintage advertising, antiques business advice and shows
In the Feb. 5, 2014 issue of Antique Trader you’ll delve into the world of vintage advertising, pick up some valuable tips about managing antiques inventory, learn a little something about head fiddles, and get the inside scoop on upcoming antiques shows and auctions. Read More +
Antique Spectacular takes over Iowa State Fairgrounds in February
The Iowa State Fairgrounds will be bustling with activity Feb. 7-9 during the Antique Spectacular. Among the different categories of antiques to be features are furniture, art pottery, primitives, postcards, and vintage textiles. Read More +
19th century electroliers may fetch up to $975
A pair of atypical antler electroliers may top all lots during the Interiors, Glass and Ceramics auction, Jan. 28-29, at Dreweatts & Bloomsbury Auctions. Read More +
Iconic antiques price guide marks 30 years
The new 30th edition of America’s No. 1 selling antiques price guide four years running is here, and it brings with it 4,500 fully updated listings and auction-quality photographs, accurate descriptions and real-time market values. Read More +
Furnishings from Hamptons homes headling fundraising auction
The design and decor of Hamptons homes are taking center stage Aug. 26 for an online-only auction featuring 300-lots with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the Southampton Hospital. Read More +
Cedar Rapids Antique Show, Collector’s Fair entering 57th year
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Tradition carries on at the 57th annual Cedar Rapids Antique Show and Collector’s Fair, set for April 26-28, and featuring jewelry to prints and more. Read More +
Silver Picasso plate may serve up to $50,000 in live and online auction
A silver plate showing an image of a bull’s head by renowned artist Pablo Picasso may earn top lot honors at $50,000 during a March 2-3 multi-estate sale. Read More +
Knowing Your Business: New service safeguards heirlooms’ lore
We keep baby books to record the highlights and special moments of children, we keep photo albums to preserve those events/people and times we don’t want to forget, and some keep journals to preserve the thoughts and memories we experience in our lives. Up and until now there hasn’t been anything like The Heirloom Registry to provide the same record-keeping for heirlooms; but brothers Mike and Dan Hiestand have changed all that. Read More +
Furniture Detective: Wet Worry – Dealing with water damage
Water damage. Two terrible words when paired together, especially if you own antiques. However, your antiques don’t have to become victims of standing water. Read More +