The Art Newspaper

JUNE 27, 2025

L-R: Brett Gorvy, Philip Hoffman, Ed Dolman, Patti Wong, Alex Dolman Courtesy of Emilio Madrid Four of the art market’s leading figures have joined forces to establish a new consultancy firm to manage top-level clients and their collections through what they say are unprecedented shifts in the trade. It’s certainly not going to go away.”

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Invaluable

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Journeying through history with a captivating fusion of art and geography, antique maps are not only fascinating geographical documents offering a vision of world’s gone by, but also artistic treasures in their own right. As the Age of Exploration dawned so did demand for maps among intrepid explorers. Ptolemaeus, Claudius.

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WorthPoint

JUNE 24, 2025

The earliest hair combs date back to the Stone Age and were made of animal bones, shells, and wood. In ancient Egypt and Persia, combs were used for practical purposes and decoration, while in ancient China, they were used as ornaments that held high status and artistic value. This pretty pair sold for only $8.50

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WorthPoint

JUNE 24, 2024

By 1964, the newly renamed Pfaltzgraff Company dominated the dishware market with classic collections, including Country Casual and Heritage. The Pfaltzgraff America collection remains popular. As a result, out of the top fifteen casual dinnerware collections brides chose in 1989, six were Pfaltzgraff. WorthPoint—Discover.

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Invaluable

JULY 29, 2024

Slip into this elegant world of molten media as we indulge in a closer look at the key makers and the stories that led to their creative and captivating designs. Responding to this modern turn, Art Nouveau (literally “New Art”) sought to branch out from earlier artistic traditions. Emile Gallé – Cotton Rose Table Lamp.

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What Is It Worth?

APRIL 25, 2023

Take a quick glance into the world of modern collectibles and you’ll find a kaleidoscope of colors, sounds and textures that evoke the memories and emotions of youth. What is a “modern collectible” and how does it differ from more traditional collectibles?

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WorthPoint

APRIL 12, 2024

I have always loved collecting coffee mugs, but café au lait bowls , usually measuring at least five inches in diameter and without handles , make it easy to soak up the coffee experience. Artistic bowls typically fetch more, like this antique Henriot Quimper mug and saucer , which were sold for $58 in 2023. If you know, you know!

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Penrose Appraisals

MARCH 14, 2024

A generalist appraiser has to value everting from coffee makers to oriental rugs to Russian teacups to antique spinning wheels. It may require research, as when faced with unknown maker's marks on the bottom of a piece of pottery. Similarly, an artist who has recently passed away may see a surge in interest and therefore value.

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WorthPoint

AUGUST 14, 2024

One artist who particularly excelled at this was illustrator Bob Peak, known for his bright colors and sharp graphics on posters and magazine covers. Peak’s work was instrumental in depicting the entertainment industry, especially from the 1960s through the early 1980s, known as Hollywood’s Second Golden Age.

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Artifactual History Appraisal

MAY 6, 2020

The camera pictured above actually looks a lot like the one I use in my own appraisal firm for photographing client collections but your phone will be fine if that is what you have available. To add a few notes of my own, I’d like to reassure readers that you don’t need to have a fancy camera to do this. Note the thickness of hollowware.

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Invaluable

AUGUST 28, 2024

First emerging as a popular children’s toy, antique porcelain dolls soon became a cherished collectible. With this Chinese ceramic material, doll makers could finally create intricately painted faces, lifelike features, and beautifully constructed clothing. If you can demonstrate the age of the doll, you know whether it’s vintage.

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Invaluable

APRIL 3, 2024

Chinese art, with varieties as expansive as its history is long, is among both the most daunting and rewarding of categories to begin collecting. While age might leave artifacts fragile or damaged, time has also embellished Chinese works of art with enduring beauty and relevancy. Sold for ¥1,500,000 JPY via Tomikai Auction (Oct 2023).

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Invaluable

JUNE 25, 2025

Join in as we explore these manually motivated artistic mediums popular in 2025. This rapid growth achieved new attention in 2021, when digital artist Michael Joseph Winkelmann, better known as Beeple, sold his non-fungible token (NFT) work, Everydays: The First 5000 Days , at a Christie’s auction for nearly $70 million.

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Art Appraisal Resources

AUGUST 29, 2023

The appraiser will then research the artist, provenance, exhibition history and market trends related to the artwork and similar pieces. They determine the value of an art collection when an individual passes away. Art Appraisal for Artists Fine artists can also benefit from getting their own artworks appraised.

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WorthPoint

JUNE 12, 2025

Also included in the Vogt sale were two paintings by French artist Edouard Cortes, a rare sight in a South Texas auction, though not entirely unprecedented—Vogt has sold a dozen Cortes works in the past six years. These books were part of a larger comic collection that looked like a jackpot find for the auction house.

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Jerry's Antiques and Estates

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The antique collection journey can be an adventure filled with joy and satisfaction. Knowing how to start a collection and what you should search for might significantly impact your experience. This guide offers crucial knowledge and tips to assist you in successfully exploring the universe of antique collectibles.

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Invaluable

JUNE 5, 2024

Energized to achieve a “beauty beyond visible reality,” the Nabis group of French artists challenged convention to create a new artistic vision, as they harnessed Paul Gauguin’s synthetism to envisage an exciting alternative that would usher in the age of modern art. Where Les Nabis differ is in the subject matter.

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Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

DECEMBER 20, 2023

There is a distinct vibe to American artworks, which is reflected in the work of numerous famous American artists, including John Singer Sargent, Jasper Johns, Grant Wood, Georgia O’Keeffe, Jackson Pollock, and many others, spanning diverse styles but encapsulating an unmistakable American feel.

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Penrose Appraisals

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

So you've started a collection. Or maybe you've been collecting for years. As the cliche goes, if you can think of something, there is someone who is collecting it. The phenomenon of collecting is universal. Follow them, and you will be sure to get more and more pleasure out of your collecting activities.

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Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

DECEMBER 26, 2023

At Antique Appraisers, we know and appreciate masterpieces by such renowned artists as Emile Gruppe and are proud to buy, sell, and appraise Emile Gruppe paintings as well. Through his ever-skillful expressions, Emile has preserved beautiful scenic settings that will live on through the ages in his artwork.

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Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

JANUARY 30, 2024

Antique textiles are often treasured for their historical significance, artistic value, and rarity. It can also hold sentimental value for those who inherited or acquired them from family members as part of a collection. You can also attend antique textile shows and fairs to meet dealers in person and see their collections firsthand.

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Jerry's Antiques and Estates

AUGUST 1, 2023

If you enjoy visiting antique sales, you are aware that the excitement of the quest resides in unearthing priceless items, rare collectibles, and exciting treasures. Look for wear and patina, which are indicators of age and use. Knowing more about these marks might help you determine the piece’s age and authenticity.

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BHR Appraisal Services

AUGUST 21, 2020

Native American jewelry remains a popular collecting category these days. Also, be aware that often times a piece may not be marked "sterling" even though it is (Native American makers are, I believe, exempt from US Federal assay marking requirements). It is a broad subject but here is a an overview to get you started.

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International Society of Appraisers

APRIL 17, 2024

4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM Throughout the Himalayas, the vast mountain range spanning India, Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan, lies a vibrant artistic tradition: the creation of thangkas. Artists employ age-old techniques to produce vibrant colors using natural pigments derived from minerals and plants.

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WorthPoint

JULY 11, 2024

Are you interested in finding the best antiques, collectibles, and souvenirs while traveling abroad? Whether you’re headed to Italy for business or pleasure, if you love all things vintage and collectibles, you’ll definitely be tempted to bring something back with you. Check out our W.O.W. Next stop: Italy! She holds a B.A.

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WorthPoint

JUNE 25, 2025

If you’re in the area, Placer’s auctions are well worth the visit: fun, accessible, and clearly plugged into the collecting zeitgeist. With age-related wear noted, it still maintained a commanding presence that resonated with collectors. at Lion and Unicorn. Measuring 11″ x 8.5″

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Appraisal Group USA

DECEMBER 17, 2022

Today The Appraisal Group celebrates the life and work of Matt Baker (1921-1959), the first African-American graphic artist to find success in the comic book industry. He was the man who re-designed Phantom Lady into her best known incarnation during the Golden Age of comics. He was there for the birthing of it.

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WorthPoint

JUNE 24, 2025

Estimated at just $5,000–$20,000, it shocked the room by selling for a remarkable $184,500, likely a record for the artist. Despite some age cracks and expertly blended touch-ups, the figure retained a strong presence and sold for $41,820—just ahead of a similar Robb piece that brought in slightly less.

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Jerry's Antiques and Estates

JULY 4, 2023

This article will explore the fascinating history of antiques, consider their significance, discuss the value of collecting antiques, and offer advice on how to start your own collection. Each antique tells a tale and reflects its era’s social, artistic, and cultural trends. What is the Value of an Antique Collection?

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Invaluable

MAY 21, 2024

Originally designed as a bridge between the audience and the cinematic experience, movie posters have transcended their original utilitarian role to become highly collectible works of art in their own right. What once adorned teenagers’ walls are now prized acquisitions in personal collections, and even exhibits in museums and galleries.

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WorthPoint

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

In May 1998, Doll Reader magazine featured Richard Simmons on the cover with a story about his collections and designs. When celebrity fitness guru Richard Simmons passed away last month at the age of 76, his fans mourned the loss of the high-energy superstar he was. to manage Richard and oversee the production of the dolls.

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WorthPoint

OCTOBER 18, 2024

INSPIRED BY ANOTHER ICONIC DOLL The toys-for-adults market is booming right now—so much so that, for the first time, demand for playthings from those over the age of 18 has surpassed the demand from preschoolers. COLLECTIBLES WITH A DEEPER CONNECTION Much has been made of why Sonny Angels have such an addictive appeal.

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WorthPoint

MARCH 29, 2024

When Iris Apfel —the doyenne of ladies who embrace expressive accessorizing—passed away recently at the age of 102, I saw photo after photo of her adorned with stacks of colorful bangles posted on social media. Her collection of jewelry, especially the eye-catching bracelets she wore frequently, was massive. WorthPoint—Discover.

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Michael Rose Fine Art

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Highlights from the history of art can serve as inspiration for contemporary patrons to add intimately scaled artworks to their collections. Unknown maker, Right Half of a Diptych: Crucifixion of Christ , French, c. Unknown maker, Right Half of a Diptych: Crucifixion of Christ , French, c. mid1300’s, carved ivory, 10.5

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Alfie's Antique Market

MARCH 1, 2018

This exhibition revives the golden age of ocean travel, from ground-breaking engineering and fashionable interiors, to the lifestyle on board and their cultural impact on art, architecture, design and film. The exhibition will also feature works by Modernist artists, designers and architects inspired by liners.

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Art Peritus

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Whether collecting fine art, antique furniture, jewelry, wine, automobiles, or memorabilia, “caveat emptor” (buyer beware) will always be the primary rule to follow. Hardware – Hardware rarely ages at the same rate as the rest of the piece because it is more often handled and accrues more wear and tear.

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Antiques Dealer

MARCH 10, 2023

Art is an integral part of our cultural heritage, and paintings are a timeless form of artistic expression that has captivated people for centuries. Art enthusiasts Art enthusiasts are people who have a deep passion for art, and they enjoy collecting paintings. Here’s what we know about the people who buy paintings.

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