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Strategic or speculative? Once again, art investment funds are on the rise

The Art Newspaper

His previous funds only dealt in a small amount of primary market material, and in those cases it was done in partnership with galleries, which would then receive a share of any profits made. Access to primary market works is easier in a tough market, as once protective galleries “want to sell to anybody”, Hoffman says.

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A Barrel of Monkees: Collecting The Monkees’ Albums

WorthPoint

If you haven’t started already, now is a great time to dive into collecting The Monkees’ albums, especially the (super) deluxe versions. This version even found mainstream appeal when it was featured in the hit AMC series Better Call Saul in 2022, proving that these deep cuts from deluxe reissues can resonate beyond just hardcore fans.

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Types of Chinese Art: A Guide to Valuing & Collecting Chinese Art

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Chinese art, with varieties as expansive as its history is long, is among both the most daunting and rewarding of categories to begin collecting. These works of art make timeless and compelling additions to any collection, small or large. Sold for $22,000 USD via Oakridge Auction Gallery (March 2022).

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Salvage Style: Collecting Selvedge Denim

WorthPoint

THREADS OF THE PAST In 2022, a pair of Levi’s jeans dating back to the 19 th century sold for $87,000 in an auction. The main reason is because of Japanese craftsmanship, which often values the use of quality techniques and materials over mass production. The remaining jeans were sold for $150 in June 2025 in an online marketplace.

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Antiques Road Trip USA: Hawaii

WorthPoint

Celebrating 250 Years of the American Spirit: The Finest Antiques, Art, & Collectibles from Sea to Shining Sea The years 2025 and 2026 will be significant milestones for the United States. We are introducing a new feature to honor these momentous occasions that will showcase the finest antiques, art, and collectibles from all 50 states.

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Art Nouveau Glass: A Symphony of Color and Form

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Decadent Materiality Art Nouveau glass makers revealed the versatility of the medium by conveying in their creations the sensation of everything from iridescent jewel tones to silky enameling. These scintillating sensations spoke to the larger field of Art Nouveau design that often wove indulgent materials into their nature-inspired works.

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Written Into History: Collecting Vintage Fountain Pens with Timeless Elegance

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True fans of Montblanc will vie for the Montblanc Meisterstück 149 , produced since 1952 and one of the most expensive models thanks to its nib made from precious metals (the most exquisite being the limited edition 2022 sold gold model ). Less expensive but offering an equally smooth writing experience is the Montblanc Meisterstück 146.