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Insights on Auction Sales: A Transformer and a Stamp Collection

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cm, the piece appeared authentically aged and beautifully worn. Dana Auctions , based in Kentucky, specializes in textiles and quilts, offering a treasure trove for collectors and enthusiasts of vintage fabrics. Also of note were several antique textile swatch books that fascinated bidders. Measuring approximately 62 x 15.5

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How to find treasured interior design pieces & special decor

IACF

Knoll was born to world famous parents, architect and Cranbook Academy of Art directer, Eliel Saarinen and textile artist, Loja Saarinen – Eero was surrounded by design his entire life! A true artistic and public acknowledgement for a man who never sought exposure or attention. A stylish sofa with ultimate comfort.

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American Folk Art: Celebrating the Creativity and Craftsmanship of Everyday Artisans 

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The vast American folk art tradition offers authentic, innovative, and captivating creations whose reach spans generations and modes of creative expression. Elaborate cedar or maple carvings, for example, or ceramic vessels underscore the trend in the field to focus on media that allow the expertise of the maker’s hand to shine.

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American Folk Art: Celebrating the Creativity and Craftsmanship of Everyday Artisans 

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The vast American folk art tradition offers authentic, innovative, and captivating creations whose reach spans generations and modes of creative expression. Elaborate cedar or maple carvings, for example, or ceramic vessels underscore the trend in the field to focus on media that allow the expertise of the maker’s hand to shine.

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Baroque Tapestries: Weaving Stories of Grandeur and Opulence

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Depending on the maker, a low-warp or high-warp loom might be used. Mortlake Tapestry Works, London Established by King James in 1619, the Mortlake Tapestry Works was destined to be the maker of Baroque tapestries fit for kings. In the case of low-warp looms, the warp threads run horizontally.

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WCG Private Practice Seminar Summary, Part II

WCG

Panelists (in order as they appeared on stage): Julia Brennan, Caring for Textiles Anna Ersenkal, District Art Conservation, LLC Connie Stromberg, Stromberg Conservation, LLC. Julia Brennan : has worked for over 30 years in the DC area as a textile conservator. Naval Lodge No. Howard Wellman, Wellman Conservation, LLC.

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William Morris: Weaving Beauty into the Everyday

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He expressed his remarkable artistic skill across various media but was best known for his textile designs. Burne-Jones in turn introduced Morris to his social network, including Dante Gabriele Rossetti who along with his artistic associates had introduced England to Pre-Raphaelite painting in 1849. James Palace.