Collecting Library
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20th Century Architectural and Furniture Styles: Craftsman, Neoclassical and the Foursquare
The history of art, architecture, and furniture is defined by shifting styles, with influences from Craftsman,…
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Reading the Teacups of History
On September 4, 1977, members of a Chinese youth gang, attempting to kill leaders of a…
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Diving into the Origins of the Dolphin Candlestick
Candles are cherished for their ambiance, yet many haven’t owned traditional candlesticks, favoring jar or LED…
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Antique Tea Caddies – Their Story and History
When you are next offered a cup of tea spare a thought for the intriguing social…
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Blue Glass – Azure to Cobalt Glassware of the Depression Era
Beautiful blue depression-era glass came in every shade from the deepest cobalt to transparent azure and…
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How do we know a Pittsburgh Sideboard when we see one?
That’s a good question, isn’t it? I’ve stood in front of more than a few sideboards…
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Becoming a Collector of Vintage Bakelite Jewelry
Once you have decided you want to start collecting Vintage Bakelite Jewelry, you need to get…
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Real or Repro? A Primer on Depression Glass
Cherry Blossom is also one of the top 5 most collected Depression Glass patterns! The beautiful…
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Collecting Classical CDs
So how long will the market begin to see the collectible values of CDs? If the…