Tonia Shimin: The Art of Symeon Shimin
Author Tonia Shimin talks about her new book The Art of Symeon Shimin, which provides an intimate view of the artwork of her father.
Suggestions to Artists from an Appraiser
What do artists, who have yet to sell, do? Not only do the artists have no market information, they can’t sell unless they know the price point at which they …
How to Look at a Thrift Store Painting
RT sent me a photo of a painting she might buy from a local thrift store. She asked how I LOOK at and JUDGE unsigned works of art. I own …
Glenna Luschei: Psalms of Cinder & Silt
Poet, publisher and editor Glenna Luschei talks about and reads from a new compilation from her Solo Press, Psalms of Cinder & Silt which features poetry by survivors of the …
Checklist for Value: FURNITURE
How old is your furniture? Is it American or English? If you think it’s 19th century, is it early 19th century (1800-1830)? Clues you DO have an early 19th century …
Guidelines for 19th Century Furniture Authentication
HR asked, “How do I tell WHICH era a piece of 19th century furniture, American or English, comes FROM? What are the different eras WORTH?” My answers, take each era …
Glendessary Jam – Old Time Music
Erika Smith, Phil Levy, Steve Owens, Chris Laurer, and Nance Cole, members of the Glendessary Jam – Old Time Music fill the studio with back porch melodies.
Fake or Real Galle Glass?
LN from Santa Barbara sent me a fine looking cameo glass boudoir lamp marked “Galle” on the shade. Very tricky indeed, because I don’t think it’s an original French Galle …
Pre-Columbian Effigies Pose Problems
JE sent me a photo of two Pre-Columbian pottery figures. They appear to come from the Nayarit culture in West Mexico, 100 BC to 250 AD. I say they “appear” …
Sullivan Goss Gallery
Curator and Dealer, Susan Bush, talks about the latest goings-on at Sullivan Goss Gallery.