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.

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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Art and Social Upheaval, Changes to the Design World After a Pandemic: an Opportunity for Creativity

Art and Social Upheaval, Changes to the Design World After a Pandemic: an Opportunity for Creativity

What creativity comes out of a society wracked by disease, death, and suffering? Well, history may provide a clue. As scholars have noted, there are numerous parallels between modern-day experiences in the COVID-19 pandemic and the influenza pandemic of 1918.

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