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1 Antiques Auctions to Commence
1 Antiques will begin auctions in May 2025, in partnership with Bonn Auctions.
Beware the Fake Cookie Jar
Exposing the fake Goldilocks cookie jars.
A Tale of Two Dealers
A quick note on how jewelry construction can help distinguish newer from vintage pieces
Tidbits from Tang Hui’s Chinese Porcelain Dissertation, Part 4
A sampling of Chapter 3 of Tang Hui's untitled doctoral thesis on Chinese enameled porcelains of the 18th century
Tidbits from Tang Hui’s Chinese Porcelain Dissertation, Part 3
Our continued sampling of Dr Tang Hui's doctoral dissertation on 18th century Chinese enameled porcelains and why they became luxury and status symbols.
Tidbits from Tang Hui’s Chinese Porcelain Dissertation, Part 2
Part 2 of our coverage of Dr Hui's doctoral thesis on 18th C. Chinese enameled porcelains, published in 2017
Collecting Winslow Homer
A review of the media in which American artist Winslow Homer worked and the probabilities of finding his works of art available for sale.
Tidbits from Tang Hui’s Chinese Porcelain Doctoral Dissertation, Part 1
A brief examination and sampling from Tang Hui's doctoral dissertation on aspects of Chinese porcelain manufacture and trade during the 18th century - part 1.
Made in Germany as a Date Marker
Tips on how to use the export mark Made in Germany to date production of German goods.
LeRoy Neiman Collecting Tips
LeRoy Neiman prints are very collectible but they come in a variety of grades and types about the savvy collector should be knowledgeable.