Antiques
Art, Antiques & Collectibles Buying Guides – News from Auctions, Galleries & Museums. Covering Ceramics, Furniture, Textiles & Fashion, Old Photography, Fine Art, Books, Toys, Vinyl LPs and more.
What to collect in Vintage & Antique Cruet Sets
Collecting Vintage & Antique Cruet Sets Cruet sets have varied in size and shape over the last three centuries and the care and craftsmanship lavished...
FEATURE: All About Pottery & Ceramics
Decorative arts expert Al Bagdade wrote the book on ceramics — literally. Your guide on everything from rare 18th-century porcelain to grandma's tea set....
What to look for in Antique Native American Jewelry
You may not realize it, but some of the best antique jewelry wasn't made with gold, diamonds, or pearls. Navajo and other Native American...
What to look for in collecting Native American Blankets
Native American blankets are a significant and culturally rich aspect of Native American art and heritage. These blankets are often handmade and reflect the...
Colonel Blood’s plot to pinch the British Crown Jewels
The 2019 theft of €113.8 million in jewels, including the Queen’s Jewellery, from the Historic Green Vault in the Royal Palace Dresden had us...
Collecting Old European & Chinese Snuff Bottles
While taking snuff may have fallen out of favor, snuff bottles continue to be treasured. Collectors can now go to eBay and see more...
Ceramics & Pottery from around the World
Pottery & Ceramics explained with descriptions including some well known factories.
Value of Collecting Chinese Porcelain. Chinese Dynasties
The Chinese are credited with the invention of porcelain — this page traces the history & value complete with all the Chinese dynasties & periods;