Archive for January, 2010

“Remember When” – Antique and Collectible Show – Avi Convention Center Laughlin, NV

January 26th, 2010 by

February 26th-28th

Fri. 12-6pm, Sat. 9-5pm, Sun. 9-3pm

What’s Your Antique Worth to the General Public?

January 26th, 2010 by

Use the “Community Appraisal” to post items that you would like the public at large to value. You can’t use such valuations for insurance purposes but it will give you an idea of what you would receive if you put your items up for sale.

Furniture – The Art of Collecting – Reyne Haines & Jonathan Novack

January 26th, 2010 by

Reyne and Jonathan stop by LR Antiques to talk about furniture. Jonathan makes himself comfortable in a Gothic chair until Reyne rustles him up to take a look at a French Provincial cabinet and a Louis XVI marble table. Coming into more modern times we take a look at some Art Deco and 50’s pieces, which work together nicely.

New Orleans Auction Galleries – Fine Art and Antiques Sale January 30-31

January 25th, 2010 by

Includes propertyfrom numerous southern estates and private collections, showcasing 18th and 19th century furniture, silver, jewelry, fine art and decorative objects. featured is the ethnograpic art and jewelry for the estate of Luba Glade of New Orleans, Louisiana. the auction contains over 1,000 lots and begins January 30 at 10:00 am

Rago Arts and Auction Center – Discovery Auction February 12th & 13th, 2010

January 25th, 2010 by

Preview February 5th – 11th  12:00 – 5:00pm

Auction includes pieces from Grueby, Staffordshire, Tiffany & Co., Gustav Stickley, Greta Jalk and many more.

The Economy and Antiques – The Art of Collecting – Reyne Haines & Jonathan Novack

January 23rd, 2010 by

Reyne and Jonathan take a look at buying antiques in this tough economy. The economy has an effect on what’s hot in antiques, so Reyne talks to some dealers to find out what’s going on in their specialties. From furniture, to diamonds, silver, and pottery, all are in agreement that there are deals to be  found in this buyers market.

Trick or Antique – The Art of Collecting – Reyne Haines & Jonathan Novack

January 22nd, 2010 by

Happy Halloween! Reyne and Jonathan meet with Katie Cooper and her spooktacular Halloween collectibles. These scary fun pieces are affordable to everyone, from a few dollars to a few hundred. We take a look at a 1940’s jack o’ lantern, some early 1900’s antique postcards, and other tricky trinkets to add to your holiday décor.

Jewel From Junk – The Art of Collecting – Reyne Haines & Jonathan Novack

January 21st, 2010 by

We all have junk in our closets or attics, but how do you know if it’s actually junk or a treasure? Reyne and Jonathan take a look at some of the stuff most of us have lying around and gives some tips on figuring out what’s junk or not.

Leslie Hindman Auctioneers – Fine Furniture and Decorative Arts Auction

January 21st, 2010 by

Auction Sunday January 24th & 25th  11:00am

Preview January 20th – 23rd

Chicago, Illinois

Bonhams – American Furniture and Decorative Arts Januray 27, 2010 New York

January 21st, 2010 by