Sarasota Antique Buyers

JULY 29, 2025

Material quality: The canvas, pigments, and craftsmanship Market demand: What’s hot in the art world right now Sherlock Holmes-ing Your Painting: Identifying the Artist So you’ve got an old painting, but who’s the mastermind behind it? Research the provenance: Any documentation of past ownership can be a goldmine.

Paintings

WorthPoint

JULY 21, 2025

In fashion, it’s all about trends. Fashion magazines keep us informed, but a recent trend in purses on social media is “coming in clutch” (see what I did there?) Young people, especially online, have a knack for bringing back trends from the past and putting their spin on them. What’s hot?

Fashion and Trends

Antiques Dealer

MARCH 9, 2023

When investing in art over time, there are several factors to consider, including market trends, the artist’s reputation, work quality, and the current state of the economy. To make informed investment decisions, research market trends, and stay up-to-date on industry news.

Quality

WorthPoint

JANUARY 29, 2025

Art deco, a beloved aesthetic for over 100 years, is experiencing a revival as one of the most significant trends for interior design in 2025. Surveys on design and market trends conducted by 1stDibs , a leading online antique and vintage marketplace, and the Asheford Institute of Antiques reflect art decos staying power.

Antiques and Decorative Arts

International Society of Appraisers

MAY 1, 2025

After a thorough evaluation of the current material, discussions with students about what they’d like to see purged or added, input from the AFDA committee and consideration of current trends, the AFDA instructors have developed the latest version of the course manual.

Appraiser/appraisal

Invaluable

MAY 21, 2025

Inuit art showcases the rich and vast history of cultural production that responded to shifting environments, enlivened storytelling, and longstanding spirituality using primarily natural materials. This ever-shifting lifestyle meant that all of nature became a sourcebook for their art, both for themes and materials.

Maker/Artist