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As North America’s oldest company faces bankruptcy, the sale of its collection raises fears among Indigenous communities

The Art Newspaper

Little is known about the vast collection of art and artefacts the Hudson’s Bay Company amassed from its founding in 1670, but experts believe it includes many important pieces of Canada’s First Nations and colonial heritage

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Anonymous image makers, New York nights and confronting the colonial: three photography shows to see at Les Rencontres d'Arles

The Art Newspaper

As his friend and subject, the actress and writer Cookie Mueller wrote shortly before her death from an Aids-related illness in 1989: “These were the kind of people who lifted the quality of all our lives, their war was against ignorance, the bankruptcy of beauty, and the truancy of culture.

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My Tips for Building an Amazing Collection of Art

Art Advisor's Blog

Several clients have asked me for collection advise this year, so I wanted to compile a list and share my thoughts. Here are My Tips for Building an Amazing Collection of Art. My Tips for Building an Amazing Collection of Art · The oldest advice is still the best… buy what you like and want to live with.

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Vintage Revere Ware—Alive and Cooking

WorthPoint

This collection sold for $594 in 2024. The sleek and futuristic collection included stainless steel pots, saucepans, skillets, coffee pots, and tea kettles. Collecting Vintage Revere Ware Meanwhile, here we are today, on the trail to find those elusive pre-1968 cookware pieces that are becoming increasingly harder to find.

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What You Need to Know When Hiring a Personal Property Appraiser

Anubis Appraisal and Estate Services

As a personal property appraiser, my role encompasses tangible property including fine art, antiques, furniture, and collectibles. Reasons of valuations for tangible property can include estate and probate purposes, equitable distribution, insurance coverage, charitable donations, dissolution of marriage, and bankruptcy.

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What’s In Your Cabinet? Tupperware Files Chapter 11

WorthPoint

She called it “the good plastic,” much like the good china or the good silver, and many collectors feel the same about the brand, especially in light of the company’s recent filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. In 2023, the company announced a cash crunch , and stock prices plummeted.

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How to Appraise Your Jewelry: A Comprehensive Guide

La Jolla Gem Appraisal

Whether you're curious about the value of your collection, planning for insurance coverage, or considering selling pieces, understanding how to appraise jewelry is essential. Step 1: Know Your Jewelry Before diving into the appraisal process, take a close look at each piece in your collection.