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Where to Find Expert Antique Appraisers Nearby

Penrose Appraisals

Antiques hold unique stories and value, making them prized possessions. Whether you inherited an old vase from your grandmother or stumbled upon a stunning piece at a garage sale, understanding the worth of your antiques is crucial. This is all the more true when you seek to purchase the proper level of insurnace for your collection of antique rugs, or are looking to donate a painting to the local museum, or need to settle an estate equitability among the heirs.

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Romania secures hold on 'stolen' El Greco as court filings reveal Dmitry Rybolovlev is its owner

The Art Newspaper

The work was pulled from a Christie's auction following claims by the Romanian government that it had been unlawfully removed from the country in 1947

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26 Earn Digital Archivist Specialist Certificate from the Society of American Archivists

Society of American Archivists

CHICAGO—Congratulations to the 26 new Digital Archives Specialists (DAS)! These archivists, who represent a variety of repositories around the country, earned their DAS Certificate from the Society of American Archivists (SAA) after completing the required coursework within twenty-four months and passing a comprehensive examination in May 2025.

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Be Proactive: Why Getting an Estate Appraisal Makes Life Easier – Advice from Ray at ValuePros

ValuePros Appraisal Services

Hi, I’m Ray from ValuePros Appraisers. Every day, I talk with families who are feeling overwhelmed by personal property, household contents, collections, or inherited items. And I always tell them the same thing: no situation is too strange or too complicated with a Estate Appraisal. In fact, whatever you think is unusual about your situation, chances are I’ve seen it, helped with it, and solved it.

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The Rise of Vintage Luxury

Art Peritus

By Jennifer Garland Ross, AAA Photo courtesy of La Galerie Dior, Paris Collectors and Appraisers are Taking Note Vintage luxury is no longer a niche market—it’s a global phenomenon. From the glittering streets of Paris to the pages of top fashion magazines, the demand for pre-owned designer fashion and accessories has exploded in recent years. Whether for sustainability, nostalgia, investment, or the simple thrill of the hunt, collectors and fashion lovers alike are turning their attention to th

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‘Momentous’: Italy to slash art VAT to 5%, the lowest rate in the EU

The Art Newspaper

Search Digital Editions Newsletters Subscribe Digital Editions Newsletters Art market Museums & heritage Exhibitions Books Podcasts Columns Technology Adventures with Van Gogh Art market Museums & heritage Exhibitions Books Podcasts Columns Technology Adventures with Van Gogh Search Art market news ‘Momentous’: Italy to slash art VAT to 5%, the lowest rate in the EU The move comes ahead of a series of planned reforms to improve competitiveness within the Italian art market Kabir Jhala 23

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SAA Calls on Members to Advocate for Robust NARA Funding

Society of American Archivists

On Tuesday, June 24, NARA at College Park announced changes on the NARA website that gave the appearance of a new policy to reduce physical access to the building. NARA’s website also indicated that anyone interested in conducting research with the archives could still do so despite the new policy. As of June 25, the NARA at College Park website has been updated to remove the language that appeared to restrict access to the building.

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Collection Brief // Info and Insight on Art of Collecting

Art Peritus

96 The Value of Vintage It may be bathing suit weather, but our focus in this summer edition of our newsletter highlights vintage fashion. Be sure to explore our featured blog celebrating the allure of vintage collecting—an homage to timeless elegance and the iconic styles. You’ll also find a curated selection of fashion-inspired museum exhibitions in our Not to be Missed section.

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Strategic or speculative? Once again, art investment funds are on the rise

The Art Newspaper

Search Digital Editions Newsletters Subscribe Digital Editions Newsletters Art market Museums & heritage Exhibitions Books Podcasts Columns Technology Adventures with Van Gogh Art market Museums & heritage Exhibitions Books Podcasts Columns Technology Adventures with Van Gogh Search Art market analysis Strategic or speculative? Once again, art investment funds are on the rise Figures behind the Fine Art Group and Arte Collectum explain why now is the right time to launch a fund Anna Brad

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Uffizi Gallery Visitor Damages Painting in Botched Selfie

Artnet News

The museum's director said "the problem of visitors who come to museums to make memes or take selfies for social media is rampant." The post Uffizi Gallery Visitor Damages Painting in Botched Selfie appeared first on Artnet News.

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5 Valuable Costume Jewelry Books to Watch for at Estate Sales

WorthPoint

We all know there’s a wealth of information for jewelry researchers online. We can read about our favorite designers, look up marks, ogle vintage ads from magazines, and participate in online groups to learn from others who are also passionate about vintage jewelry. Even so, there’s a benefit to building a reference library on jewelry that you can page through as well.

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Explore the 2025 Expo Hall

Society of American Archivists

Your One-Stop Destination for Tools, Tech, and Connections Discover the latest innovations, products, and services shaping the future of archives and records management! The SAA 2025 Expo Hall is more than just booths—it's where connections happen, ideas spark, and careers grow. Find Solutions tailored to your work, from digital preservation to access tools and more.

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Cleveland Museum of Art acquires rare Giambologna marble sculpture

The Art Newspaper

Search Digital Editions Newsletters Subscribe Digital Editions Newsletters Art market Museums & heritage Exhibitions Books Podcasts Columns Technology Adventures with Van Gogh Art market Museums & heritage Exhibitions Books Podcasts Columns Technology Adventures with Van Gogh Search Museums & Heritage news Cleveland Museum of Art acquires rare Giambologna marble sculpture It is one of only two marble works by the revered Mannerist sculptor in a US museum J.S.

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Ai Weiwei Will Unveil a Major installation in Ukraine Amid Ongoing Conflict

Artnet News

The new installation harkens back to earlier work by the Chinese artist as well as drawings by Leonardo da Vinci. The post Ai Weiwei Will Unveil a Major installation in Ukraine Amid Ongoing Conflict appeared first on Artnet News.

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Insights on Auction Sales: Howard Pyle Painting, Pokémon Cards

WorthPoint

Will Seippel, CEO of WorthPoint, enjoys watching the items sold at auctions held by our WorthPoint Industry Partners. We thought it would be a great idea for him to select some of his favorite sold items and explain why those sales stood out to him. Gaining insights from Will is an excellent way to learn about buying and selling trends in our industry.

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Do’s and Don’ts of Cleaning Vintage Jewelry

Jerry's Antiques and Estates

When it comes to cleaning vintage jewelry, a little knowledge goes a long way. Whether you’re maintaining your personal collection, including delicate couture jewelry or ornate Heidi Daus jewelry , or preparing heirlooms for an estate sale, knowing how to clean antique pieces without damaging them is crucial. Harsh chemicals or improper methods can reduce both the beauty and the value of vintage items—something no collector or seller wants.

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Getty launches international art and sustainability fellowship

The Art Newspaper

The new programme, in partnership with 15 institutions on six continents, will support both preservation and the creation of new work in response to the challenges presented by climate change

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Ireland’s Oldest Book Shrine, Found Buried in a Lake, Reemerges

Artnet News

The book shrine is emerging after a 39-year-long conservation process. The post Ireland’s Oldest Book Shrine, Found Buried in a Lake, Reemerges appeared first on Artnet News.

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Postgraduate Associate in Museum Collections Assessment and Materials Analysis

SPNHC

Yale Peabody Museum ([link] Yale Institute for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage ([link] The Institute for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage (IPCH) and the Yale Peabody Museum (YPM) are seeking a postgraduate associate for a one-year, full-time position to contribute to a collaborative project to study the risks associated with hazardous materials in the museum’s… Source

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Antiques Road Trip USA: Hawaii

WorthPoint

Celebrating 250 Years of the American Spirit: The Finest Antiques, Art, & Collectibles from Sea to Shining Sea The years 2025 and 2026 will be significant milestones for the United States. In 2025, we will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the “shot heard around the world,” marking the semiquincentennial of the American Revolution. The following year, 2026, will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

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A quartet of key art market players join forces to form ‘super group’ consultancy

The Art Newspaper

Search Digital Editions Newsletters Subscribe Digital Editions Newsletters Art market Museums & heritage Exhibitions Books Podcasts Columns Technology Adventures with Van Gogh Art market Museums & heritage Exhibitions Books Podcasts Columns Technology Adventures with Van Gogh Search Art market news A quartet of key art market players join forces to form ‘super group’ consultancy Ed Dolman, Brett Gorvy, Patti Wong and Phillip Hoffman have formed a management firm to advise top-level clien

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Manhattan’s Beloved Elizabeth Street Garden Is Saved

Artnet News

The mayor just killed a development plan first proposed in 2012. The post Manhattan’s Beloved Elizabeth Street Garden Is Saved appeared first on Artnet News.

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Impacting Scholarly Communication: From Cells to Society

Association of Research Libraries

Last Updated on June 25, 2025, 12:11 pm ET Editor’s note: This is the first in a series of ARL Research & Analytics Impact Reports , which capture transformative effects of specific research library programs on students, researchers, communities, and/or the higher education/research enterprise. For more information about the Impact Reports series, contact Kevin Borden , senior director, Research and Analytics, ARL.

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The Appraisal Foundation Seeks Candidates for the AQB & ASB Boards

International Society of Appraisers

6/25/2025 12:00:00 AM The Appraisal Foundation is seeking Candidtates fro the Appraiser Qualification Board and the Appraisal Standards Board. Application Deadline is July 31, 2025 The Appraisal Foundation is now accepting applications for its annual selection of new members to serve on the Appraiser Qualifications Board (AQB) and the Appraisal Standards Board (ASB).

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Art Gallery of Ontario acquires more than 200 Peter Hujar photographs

The Art Newspaper

Search Digital Editions Newsletters Subscribe Digital Editions Newsletters Art market Museums & heritage Exhibitions Books Podcasts Columns Technology Adventures with Van Gogh Art market Museums & heritage Exhibitions Books Podcasts Columns Technology Adventures with Van Gogh Search Museums & Heritage news Art Gallery of Ontario acquires more than 200 Peter Hujar photographs The acquisition comes as the museum’s photography department prepares to celebrate its 25th anniversary Larry

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The Real A.I. Challenge for Museums Isn’t Tech—It’s Time

Artnet News

What if the true opportunity of A.I. isn’t how museums adopt tech—but how they redefine their purpose in a world where time is restructured? The post The Real A.I. Challenge for Museums Isn’t Tech—It’s Time appeared first on Artnet News.

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Gale Etschmaier Reflects on Her Wide-Ranging Career and the Profession

Association of Research Libraries

Last Updated on June 23, 2025, 1:44 pm ET Gale Etschmaier Gale Etschmaier is retiring this month as dean of University Libraries at Florida State University (FSU), after almost seven years at FSU and more than thirty years in academic library leadership. We chatted about her career and the profession—the interview follows. Judy : Why and how did you get started in librarianship?

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Mughal Emerald Necklace Sells for $6.2 Million, Doubling Christie's Estimate

Jewelry Judge

Last week’s Magnificent Jewels sale at Christie’s New York dazzled collectors and historians alike, thanks in large part to the headline-grabbing success of the “Mughal Carved Emerald Necklace.” Estimated at $2 million to $3 million, the necklace sold for a staggering $6.2 million after a fierce bidding war, more than doubling its high estimate and cementing its place among the most important jewelry lots sold this year.

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Gaza’s archaeology students strive to complete their degrees amid a devastating war

The Art Newspaper

Despite constant danger and a humanitarian crisis, the Islamic University of Gaza’s current archaeology cohort are persevering to try to secure a better future—while their place of study faces its own extreme pressures

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Inside Egypt’s Enigmatic $1 Billion Grand Museum

Artnet News

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A Hobby with Teeth: Collecting Decorative Hair Combs

WorthPoint

Hair combs made from precious materials and by prominent companies will likely always hold value, and prices reflect that. This 18k yellow gold hair comb , embellished with diamonds and produced by French luxury brand Boucheron, sold for $2,520 in 2024. For my prom, my mom styled my hair all curly and pretty, pulling part of the sides up and securing them with a pair of her vintage hair combs.

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China Announces 'Supergiant' Gold Discovery Worth $83B in Hunan Province

Jewelry Judge

In a monumental development that could reshape the global gold industry, China announced the discovery of a “supergiant” gold deposit beneath the Wangu gold field in Pingjiang County, Hunan province. Estimated at a staggering 1,000 metric tons of gold ore — and potentially more — the discovery could eclipse South Africa’s South Deep Mine, long considered one of the world’s largest known reserves.

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Reputed Donatello bust taken into hiding by Slovak government

The Art Newspaper

Search Digital Editions Newsletters Subscribe Digital Editions Newsletters Art market Museums & heritage Exhibitions Books Podcasts Columns Technology Adventures with Van Gogh Art market Museums & heritage Exhibitions Books Podcasts Columns Technology Adventures with Van Gogh Search Museums & Heritage news Reputed Donatello bust taken into hiding by Slovak government The location of the work—whose authenticity remains unconfirmed—is “subject to strict secrecy”, according to the minis

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Notre-Dame Welcomes Back Its Beloved Spire Statues

Artnet News

Notre-Dame hopes to return all of the statues by the end of July. The post Notre-Dame Welcomes Back Its Beloved Spire Statues appeared first on Artnet News.

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New world record for Moorcroft vase

Antique Collecting

A sought-after Moorcroft Flambé Carp vase, circa 1914, set a new world record for a vase by the maker when The post New world record for Moorcroft vase appeared first on Antique Collecting.

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How to Identify and Fix Issues with Custom Jewelry

John Thomas Jewelers

Custom jewelry adds a personal and meaningful touch to your collection. Each piece represents a memory or a milestone. However, keeping your cherished jewelry in top condition is key to preserving these special moments. Like any treasured possession, custom jewelry can face issues over time, from tarnishing to loose stones. By knowing how to spot these problems early, you can protect not only the visual appeal but also the sentimental value of your pieces.

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Arthur Jafa and Mark Leckey, Cecilia Alemani on SITE Santa Fe, Trisha Brown and Robert Rauschenberg—podcast

The Art Newspaper

We speak to Jafa and Leckey about their forthcoming London exhibition, ask Alemani about the US-based biennial—whose title this year was inspired by a film by Godfrey Reggio—and zone in on a landmark dance collaboration

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