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Evaluation to Valuation: Navigating Fine Art Appraisals

Art Appraisal Resources

The appraiser will assess its condition, size, materials and overall condition. Unconventional Materials Appraising artworks created with unconventional materials, such as glass, textiles, metals, or other non-traditional substances, requires specialized knowledge and expertise.

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Collections Manager, Fort Monroe Authority

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The Manager oversees all activities related to the care and documentation of the museum´s objects consisting of textiles, metal, and other materials, as well as a vast collection of printed materials contained in the archives. Packs and ships objects and documents. Contributes to budgetary and narrative project reports.

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Comparing Dynasties: Tang vs. Song Dynasty Art 

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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. Tang Dynasty Innovations Considered one of Chinas golden ages, the Tang Dynasty was a period of military strength and economic prosperity for a newly unified culture.

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Unravelling the Allure of Brocante: Exploring the Charm of Antique Fairs

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Origins of Brocante: The origins of brocante can be traced back to the Middle Ages in Europe. In those times, traders would set up stalls to sell various used and second-hand items, including textiles and household goods. The term itself is derived from the French word “broc”, meaning old cloth or rags.

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Marcel Breuer: From Bauhaus Visionary to Furniture Design Icon

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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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Winter Warmth: The Craft of Handmade Heirloom Quilts

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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. Contemporary quilters continue to employ these age-old techniques to create designs that speak to modern expression and embrace abstract aesthetics.

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Ming vs Qing Dynasty Art and Antiques

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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.