Faded Heart Drapo Vodou
JF sent me a photo of an intricately beaded and sequined banner (Drapo Vodou) on silky fabric that pictures a faded red heart with blue accents to the center. He …
La Cumbre Center for the Creative Arts (LCCCA)
Artists Lyz Rothman, Pali X Mano, and Jim McAninch talk about the La Cumbre Center for the Creative Arts (LCCCA).
English “Brown” Furniture Suffering
Today we witness the decline of the value of traditional English furniture and decorations, once beloved by members of the Western world’s “upper class” until the late 20th century. I …
How to Determine What’s Valuable Antique Furniture
Your family holiday greeting card might bear a photo of your family on your antique sofa, in a room filled with antique furniture. Or maybe a photo of your beloved …
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 …