Collector Resources

Fine art and antique appraisal is a complex and multi-faceted profession that requires a deep understanding of both the art market and the history of art and design. In these articles, we dive into the world of art and antique appraisal, exploring the intricacies of valuing works of art while examining the historical and market influences that shape their worth.

What’s the Deal with Wicker?
Wicker, Furniture, Architecture, Design Lindsey Owen Wicker, Furniture, Architecture, Design Lindsey Owen

What’s the Deal with Wicker?

When I think of wicker, I think of uncomfortable chairs, painted white and perched on patios, porches, and sunrooms. My childhood is littered with memories of sitting on wicker chairs at family gatherings only to stand with distinctive red marks crosshatched on the backs of my legs. Like, who thought this was a good idea? Well, it’s time to figure out with whom I should take up my grievances.

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The Man Who Brought Arts and Crafts to America: Gustav Stickley

The Man Who Brought Arts and Crafts to America: Gustav Stickley

No discussion about the Arts and Crafts movement in America can pass over Gustav Stickley. You may be familiar with the phrase “Stickley Furniture,” but just who was Stickley, and what did he do? One could argue that he, along with his brothers, brought the movement from Europe and disseminated it into American culture.

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