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Insights on Auction Sales: A Terracotta Sculpture, a Hobby Race Car Model

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Morphy’s recent Decorative Arts Auction was full of surprises, with the standout lot being a terracotta sculpture by Salesio Lugli that dramatically exceeded expectations. Measuring 20 inches long, the car came complete with original schematics and paperwork, a major draw for collectors of vintage mechanical toys.

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2024 Moving into 2025 Design Trends Likely to Affect Value of Personal Property

International Society of Appraisers

Items such as folk art, unique and creative paintings, hand-blown Venetian glass, delft style ceramic tiles, handmade vases, and quilts are splashed throughout interiors. Collectors look for rarity, an object's provenance, and the desire to add intrigue to a room. Even the Victorian settees and chaise lounge are making a comeback.

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These Vintage “Hidden” Flasks Cleverly Conceal Alcohol

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The fanciful art of disguising flasks expanded into a broad science. Anything a person could carry down a street without drawing suspicion became a model for a hidden flask. Prices depend on age, craftsmanship, material, and rarity. Collectors value these nippers today. WorthPoint—Discover.