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2025: The Year in Review

The Kovels Antique Trader staff shares the stories the stories that lingered with them throughout 2025.

Kele JohnsonUpdated Jan 7, 2026 8:07 AM PST

America at 250: Alabama’s Hand-Shaped Heritage

America Turns 250 in Philly

Christie’s is Looking Forward to Americana Auctions

Throne of Darkness

Where’s the Kaboom?

News

News From the Editor: Looking Back, Holding On, Letting Go

As roles change and collections shift, 2025 reminded us that collecting is as much about stories and seasons of life as it is about objects.

Collectibles #WhatsItWednesday: December 31, 2025 Antique Trader Staff

Collectibles Looking Beyond the Block: Independence Hall Collectibles Elizabeth Heineman

Collectibles More Than Decor: Cracker Barrel’s Curated Americana Kele Johnson

News A Look Inside the January Issue of Kovels Antique Trader Antique Trader Staff

Auction News

Auctions Animation Art as Yuletide Treasure at Heritage Auctions

The final animation event of the year at Heritage Auctions was a celebration of Disney magic and the anniversary of a seasonal Charlie Brown special.

Elizabeth Heineman

Auctions Tiffany Leaded Lamp Lights Up Auction with New Record Elizabeth Heineman

Art Fabergé Egg Cracks Auction Record Elizabeth Heineman

New Record Price for Bob Ross Painting Supports Public Media

New Record Price for Bob Ross Painting Supports Public Media

Lost Rubens Masterpiece Resurfaces in Paris

Lost Rubens Masterpiece Resurfaces in Paris

Puppets, Props, and High Prices at The Jim Henson Company 70th Anniversary Auction at Julien’s

Puppets, Props, and High Prices at The Jim Henson Company 70th Anniversary Auction at Julien’s

Bikes Roared, Neon Soared, and Collectors Scored At Milestone’s $1.1M Advertising and Motorcycle Auction

Bikes Roared, Neon Soared, and Collectors Scored At Milestone’s $1.1M Advertising and Motorcycle Auction

Pook & Pook Americana Sale Delivers Blockbuster Results Across Three Days

Pook & Pook Americana Sale Delivers Blockbuster Results Across Three Days

Holabird Western Americana Collections Will Hold a ‘Fred Holabird’s Grand Finale Auction’ Across 5 Days: Oct. 31 – Nov. 4

Holabird Western Americana Collections Will Hold a ‘Fred Holabird’s Grand Finale Auction’ Across 5 Days: Oct. 31 – Nov. 4

Guillermo del Toro’s “Bleak House” Collection Brings $1.65 Million at Heritage

Guillermo del Toro’s “Bleak House” Collection Brings $1.65 Million at Heritage

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