Artifactual History Appraisal

MAY 6, 2020

Silverplate is often thicker and heavier than sterling Age Style (for example, Nouveau is valuable, Rococo Revival less so) Famous makers (such as Tiffany) or retailed from a famous shop (for example Liberty or Cartier) Weight in troy ounces (this is different from regular ounces. Note the thickness of hollowware.

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Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

American art collectors can be a diverse lot and they take a wide-ranging interest in artists ranging from John Singer Sargent to Georgia OKeefe. They can let you know the origins and age of the painting. That can be fairly simple with more recent paintings by an artist who is still alive. Know your painting.

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WorthPoint

JUNE 24, 2025

Hair combs made from precious materials and by prominent companies will likely always hold value, and prices reflect that. The earliest hair combs date back to the Stone Age and were made of animal bones, shells, and wood. Combs by these artists generally only appear at auctions and can sell for a hair-raising six figures.

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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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Invaluable

AUGUST 28, 2024

With this Chinese ceramic material, doll makers could finally create intricately painted faces, lifelike features, and beautifully constructed clothing. Today, porcelain dolls’ worth depend on a variety of factors including age, condition, provenance, manufacturer and type, and the artistry of the creation.

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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. Finally, the market will decide.

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Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Jewelry value can fluctuate depending on the type of jewelry, materials, craftsmanship, brand, demand, and market conditions. High-quality materials often fetch higher prices. Age and Origin. Well-crafted and artistically designed pieces are generally more valuable. Craftsmanship. Market Value.

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Invaluable

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Botanical illustrations offer a unique combination of scientific study and artistic allure. Pietro Andrea Mattioli – 4 folios from “Commentaries on the Six Books of Pedacius Dioscorides Anazarbeus on Medical Material,” 1565. Sold for $60 USD via Ripley Auctions (February 2024).

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Jerry's Antiques and Estates

AUGUST 1, 2023

Look for wear and patina, which are indicators of age and use. Genuine hardware is typically made of sturdy materials like brass or iron, but contemporary replicas could be made of less expensive materials. Genuine antique frames could include gilding loss, cracks, or other age-related flaws that add to their charm and worth.

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Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

APRIL 30, 2024

It involves examining various factors such as the materials used, craftsmanship, brand reputation (in the case of designer pieces), market demand, and overall condition. These assessments consider factors such as brand reputation, rarity, age, and condition. Factors such as color, clarity, cut, and rarity are taken into account.

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The Art Newspaper

JUNE 27, 2025

There were relatively few clients, but they were very committed clients of a certain age who were collecting classic 19th- and 20th- century art,” Dolman says. It’s a different world, one that just needs careful and sensitive navigation, both in terms of the material you bring [to market] and the platforms that are really working.”

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Invaluable

MAY 13, 2024

As industrialization transformed skylines and technologies transcended people’s expectations for daily conveniences, architects and designers similarly updated their styles to brilliantly emulate the clean lines and sleek sophistication of the machine age. Opulent Materials Jules Leleu – A Shagreen, Mahogany and Gilt Bronze Sideboard.

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AUGUST 21, 2024

Characterized by a sense of space, a vibrant and expressive use of vivid blocks, and searing colors, Mark Rothko’s color field paintings would propel him to an uneasy fame and pioneer a new wave of artistic thinking, which had its roots in the Zen philosophy of minimalism, subtlety, and naturalness.

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Invaluable

JANUARY 29, 2025

The artistic creativity of the Tang (618-907 CE) and Song (960-1279 CE) Dynasties is some of the most dynamic and impressive in Chinese history. Spanning more than 6 centuries together, this dynastic duo brought to light the brilliance of new modes and materials that set Chinese art on course for its brilliance today.

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Jerry's Antiques and Estates

JULY 4, 2023

Each antique tells a tale and reflects its era’s social, artistic, and cultural trends. This minimum age criterion aids in separating vintage items—generally regarded as being between 20 and 100 years old—from antiques. Antique collections illuminate many artistic movements, architectural eras, and cultural influences.

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Art Peritus

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

It begins by understanding that the craftsmanship that went into building the most valued antique furniture pieces also required skills that took a lifetime for the maker to master- so inconsistencies and imperfections of any kind should raise a red flag. Is the hardware appropriate for the age of the piece?

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Penrose Appraisals

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The concept of "unity" also is helpful - does the form, the material, the detail of this object fit within the period, or the artisan? Identifying the materials which makeup an object is important and can be challenging. Certain materials, such as gold, are recognized as being inherently more valuable than others, such as tin.

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John Thomas Jewelers

JUNE 8, 2023

They were crafted during a specific historical period and reflect the design styles and materials commonly used during that time. The following characteristics distinguish antique jewelry from its vintage counterparts: Antique jewelry is defined by its age. Due to their age and historical context, antique pieces are rare.

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Invaluable

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Such lavishly stitched works grew significantly in popularity during the Middle Ages, when the functional applications of a warm covering were paired with elegant artistry. In the 17th century, Japanese makers cultivated the sashiko quilting technique that evolved from simply caretaking worn fabrics into elegantly stitched designs.

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Invaluable

APRIL 3, 2024

The destruction of many historic artifacts in the 1960s and 1970s paired with the overall delicacy of the materials means that well-preserved, authentic Chinese antiques are increasingly difficult to find. While age might leave artifacts fragile or damaged, time has also embellished Chinese works of art with enduring beauty and relevancy.

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Michael Rose Fine Art

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Unknown maker, Right Half of a Diptych: Crucifixion of Christ , French, c. Unknown maker, Right Half of a Diptych: Crucifixion of Christ , French, c. Some of the most treasured artworks of the middle ages were tapestries that could be rolled and taken away. mid1300’s, carved ivory, 10.5 cm (4 1/8 x 2 7/8 in.),

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Mark Hill

JUNE 7, 2023

Enthroned upon a silk-covered chair, he showed the love of ages all over and he caught my heart in a beat. The shape of his head, body and limbs and the material used tell us that he is a pre-war bear from the 1920s-30s. So my heart melted when I saw this bear in a junk shop in Berlin last month. So, what are we looking at?

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Antiques Dealer

MARCH 9, 2023

When investing in art over time, there are several factors to consider, including market trends, the artist’s reputation, work quality, and the current state of the economy. Consider the Artist’s Reputation and Work Quality The reputation of the artist is a main factor when investing in art.

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Sarasota Antique Buyers

MARCH 31, 2024

They can provide a detailed valuation based on the specific characteristics of your piece, such as its age, materials, condition, and provenance. As with any antique, certain jewelry makers can fetch a higher price. You will also have to take pictures. They will help them determine the value of antique jewelry.

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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. Some celluloid was made to imitate natural materials like ivory or horn. A painted celluloid dog brooch with a movable head.

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Invaluable

APRIL 29, 2024

For over 500 years, the interconnecting Ming and Qing Dynasties left a lasting legacy on the landscape of Chinese art during a golden age of cultural renaissance and craftsmanship that saw the two distinct eras fuel artistic innovations that contributed to a rich and diverse Chinese cultural heritage.

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Sarasota Antique Buyers

JULY 29, 2024

The manner in which the canvas is affixed to the stretcher can offer clues about its age. Reproductions are typically executed on lightweight, thin, and stiff materials such as cardboard, fiberboard, or paper. The stretcher, which consists of four wooden bars forming a frame, holds the canvas taut.

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Sarasota Antique Buyers

JULY 29, 2024

Sarasota antique buyers are typically well-educated, affluent individuals aged 50 and above, with a keen eye for quality and authenticity. Know Your Audience: The Sarasota Antique Buyer Profile Before you start polishing your grandmother’s silver, it’s crucial to understand who you’re dealing with.

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Drishti LLC Appraisers

APRIL 16, 2021

For one-of-a-kind artworks, the basis for comparables is usually other works by the same artist, or artwork of similar renown, age, materials and genre. Comparables for Fair Market Value are relatively recent, actualized sales of pieces by the same artist or artwork of a similar renown, era, materials and genre.

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Invaluable

AUGUST 19, 2024

Join us as we explore the conventions and innovations in religious statues and sculpture across history to highlight the commonalities and differences in materials, representation, and roles these revered likenesses assumed. Others were smaller in scale but incorporated precious and semi-precious materials. 7th Century.

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Jerry's Antiques and Estates

JUNE 10, 2024

For instance, British silver frequently bears a sequence of hallmarks that show the city where it was made, the year of its making, and the maker’s mark. Additional signs could show the year and location of production, giving important details regarding the object’s age and genuineness. genuine silver.

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Grays Antiques

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Dating back to Ancient Greece, where lyric poetry associated the 'mad heart' with our strongest human emotions, this symbol has endured through the ages. Adapted by the Romans, Cupid is an ancient 'match-maker' famed for his enchanted arrows that induce love between mortals and even divine beings. Le Gallerie Degli Uffizi, Florence.

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Penrose Appraisals

JUNE 25, 2024

The determination involves consideration of various key factors such as age, rarity, and provenance that all can influence an item's worth. Careful inspection of the item to note any flaws, identify makers or artists' marks, evaluate wear and tear, and determine materials - all with an eye toward valuation.

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Invaluable

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Breuer s dream, however, was to put his architectural designs into practice so in 1928, aged 26, he left to establish his own office in Berlin, supported by royalties from the sale of his chairs. Saint John’s Abbey Church, built in Collegeville, Minnesota, in 1961.

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The Art Newspaper

JUNE 20, 2025

Patients also made objects from found items, creating works that juxtaposed materials in odd ways that charmed visiting Surrealists. The poet Paul Éluard, who hid at the remote Saint-Alban asylum along with his wife and son, was joined by Tristan Tzara and other “real” artists.

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JUNE 17, 2024

Art Nouveau artists such as Ren é Lalique and Louis Comfort Tiffany favored the use of moonstone in their fine jewelry. It became popular again in the 1960s and with New Age designers of the 1990s. It is formed by a mollusk and consist s of the same material as the mollusk ’ s shell.

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OCTOBER 28, 2024

Origins of the Arts and Crafts Movement and its American Migration In the closing years of the Victorian age, art and design in 19th-century England underwent rapid transformation. These ideas were soon absorbed by American makers to great excitement. Sold for $1,600 USD via Material Culture (May 2021).

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