Eric Sloane American 1905 1985
Appraiser’s guide to Eric Sloane (1905–1985): biography, signatures, mediums, market values, authenticity, condition, and collecting tips.
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A Circa 1920s Art Deco Style Antique Furniture Bedroom Set
Identify, date, evaluate, and care for a circa 1920s Art Deco bedroom set—veneers, hardware, construction clues, condition, provenance, and value.
A Meiji Period Circa 19th Century Japanese Bronze Vase Appraisal
Identify, authenticate, and value a 19th‑century Meiji Japanese bronze vase—signatures, patina, techniques, condition, market ranges, and care tips.
A Fine Quality Souvenir Sterling Spoon From Circa 19th Century Arrow Handle George W Shiebler Co
Identify, date, and appraise a 19th‑century George W. Shiebler Co. souvenir sterling spoon with arrow handle—marks, design cues, values, and care tips.
A Fine Quality Solid Gold 14kt Pendant
How to evaluate a fine quality solid gold 14kt pendant: hallmarks, construction, testing, style, condition, value factors, and care for collectors.
An Original Ship Scene Asia Painting From Circa 20th Century
How to identify, date, evaluate, and care for an original 20th‑century Asian ship scene painting, with practical appraisal and conservation tips.
An Ancient Peruvian Bird Feathers Miniature Dress Ii
Guide to identifying, dating, conserving, and ethically appraising an ancient Peruvian miniature feather dress (II). Materials, context, risks, and market factors.
A Circa 19th Century Hand Made Gunpowder Military Equipment
Identify, authenticate, and appraise 19th-century handmade gunpowder military equipment—from flasks and horns to cap boxes—with safety and care tips.
An Original Painting Attributed To Wade Ray Circa 1987
Guide to evaluating an original painting attributed to Wade Ray circa 1987: authentication steps, dating clues, market context, and valuation tips.
An Original Royal Devon Porcelain Vase Circa 1880 1917
Identify, date, and appraise an original Royal Devon porcelain vase circa 1880–1917 with marks, styles, value drivers, and care tips for collectors.
Antique Tibetan Silver Bracelet Circa Early 20th Century
Guide to identifying, dating, and appraising an early 20th-century Tibetan silver bracelet: materials, motifs, testing, care, and market insights.
A Fine Quality Public Phone Sign Circa 1939 1964
Guide to identifying, dating, and valuing Bell System public phone porcelain signs from circa 1939–1964, with authentication tips and care advice.
Michael Keating Of Dublin
Guide to identifying and appraising Irish silver and objects marked Michael Keating of Dublin, with hallmark decoding, dating tips, and collector advice.
A Fine Quality Chinese Haitangzun Vase Circa Early 20th Century
Guide to identifying, appraising, and caring for an early 20th-century Chinese Haitangzun vase, with key features, dating tips, and value factors.
A Fine Quality Christening Mug Circa 1836 Sterling Silver
Identify and appraise a fine sterling silver christening mug circa 1836: hallmarks, William IV context, design, condition, and valuation insights.
A Fine Quality Crystal Box With Sterling Top Circa 1866
How to identify, date, appraise, and care for a fine crystal box with a sterling silver top from the mid-Victorian era, circa 1866.
Judith L Bridgland B 1962 Original Oil Painting
Identify, evaluate, and care for an original oil painting by Judith L. Bridgland (b.1962) with guidance on signatures, condition, provenance, and market values.
Painting By Listed Artist Luis Filcer 1927 1998
Guide to evaluating, authenticating, and valuing a painting by listed artist Luis Filcer, with signatures, style markers, condition, and market insights.
Jamaica Icr
A collector’s guide to interpreting 'ICR' and other initials on Jamaican antiques—dating, attribution, authentication, and appraisal tips.
An Original Painting By Listed Artist George Grosz 1893 1959
Identify, authenticate, and appraise an original George Grosz (1893–1959) painting—signatures, materials, provenance, red flags, and market factors.