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Champagne Glass History: How Shape Affects Taste

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The evolution of the champagne glass is much more complex and historically significant than a discussion of glass shape would at first imply. Shortly after, in 1674, the invention of lead glass by George Ravenscroft changed the art of glassmaking forever. These had simple, short stems and round, funnel-shaped bowls.

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A Client's Guide For How to Take Photographs of Art and Antiques to Send to An Appraiser

Artifactual History Appraisal

Our field requires years of training, and it can be very challenging for someone outside of the appraisal, art, and antique industries to even know where to begin when confronted with the task of taking pictures to send to us. FINE ART: A. GLASS DECORATIVE ITEMS AND TABLEWARE/BARWARE: A.

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Symbols of Love in Art, Antiques and Jewellery

Grays Antiques

Love is in the air, and it's also in the antique market ! As Valentine's Day draws near and the search for that perfect, heart-felt gift intensifies, we're taking a look at the timeless, and unusual, symbols of love in the decorative arts. Available at Spectrum Antiques. Available at Spectrum Antiques.

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Art and Science Collide: The Beauty of Scientific Instruments Through the Ages

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Ancient Astrolabe Elaborately engraved and intricately designed, astrolabes were at the forefront of science in ancient times, as they connected curious stargazers to the world around them. Its simple arrangement of glass lenses to magnify objects was not too dissimilar to a pair of opera glasses.

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Architectural Evolution: A Journey through European Architecture by Era

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From the grandeur of the Renaissance to the flowing, organic lines of Art Nouveau of the early 20 th century, European architecture has not only witnessed the evolution of styles, techniques, and cultural influences in mansions and palaces across the continent, but also shaped approaches to town planning that are still evident today.

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Discovering the Value of Antique Art Prints and Lithographs

Sarasota Antique Buyers

You’re exploring your grandma’s attic or browsing an antique shop when you find an old print that catches your attention. Please prepare your magnifying glass and detective hat as we are about to explore the fascinating world of antique art prints and lithographs. The value of antique prints can vary greatly.

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Loetz Glassware Epitomizes Art Nouveau Elegance

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With its innovative designs and iridescent beauty, Loetz glassware is the pinnacle of art nouveau craftsmanship. Though the company produced quality art glass decades before the art nouveau movement, its most dazzling masterpieces emerged during that period.