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How to Identify Antique Clockmakers

Identifying the maker of an antique clock is one of the most important steps in understanding its age, authenticity, historical significance and market value. A maker's name can reveal where and when a clock was produced, placing it within horological history and the broader traditions of the decorative arts.

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Eternal Venus: From Antiquity to Modernity
Eternal Venus: From Antiquity to Modernity

The Venus motif has withstood the test of time from the earliest example...

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Beyond the Ball: Rare Sports Memorabilia
Beyond the Ball: Rare Sports Memorabilia

On Memorabilia …  On June 11, 1997, during Game 5 of the NBA Fin...

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6 of the Most Expensive Gemstones to Sell at Auction
6 of the Most Expensive Gemstones to Sell at ...

Some gems captivate with their size, others with their vivid colors or s...

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Threads of Time: Fashion in the Ancient World
Threads of Time: Fashion in the Ancient World

While the global fashion industry we know today may be a modern phenomen...

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Paris Transformed: Napoleon III’s Urban Revolution
Paris Transformed: Napoleon III’s Urban Revol...

The City of Paris Walking down the grand boulevards of the city of Paris...

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Who Are the New Antiquarians? A Look at a New Generation of Collectors
Who Are the New Antiquarians? A Look at a New...

  In the ever-evolving world of art and antiquities, a fascinating trend...

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We're bringing some of our finest acquisitions, featuring works by renowned artists and master craftsmen, to the West Coast.

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Animal Symbolism in Fine Art and Antiques
Animal Symbolism in Fine Art and Antiques

Before humans roamed on the earth there were animals, who inhabited the ...

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3 Women Who Shaped Impressionism
3 Women Who Shaped Impressionism

Impressionism, renowned for its innovative techniques that pushed modern...

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Who is Paul Cézanne, the Father of Modern Art?
Who is Paul Cézanne, the Father of Modern Art?

      Founding Father Paul Cézanne, a name synonymous with innov...

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Aspen, Colorado
The Rich History of Art in Aspen, Colorado

  Introduction to Aspen’s History Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Moun...

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The Expressionism Art Movement Explained
The Expressionism Art Movement Explained

  From the stage set by European modernists and the economic devastation...

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Steeped in Tradition: The History of Tea
Steeped in Tradition: The History of Tea

The Origins of Tea Tea, found in countless coffee shops and home pant...

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