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Early 20th-Century Design
by Danielle Arnet

Toomey & Co., Chicago, Illinois Photos courtesy Toomey & Co. When advance notice dropped that works from the collection of Thomas S. Monaghan, the founder of Domino’s pizza and a known longtime collector of important early 20th-century works, were to sell in a December 12 Toomey & Co. auction, bidders took notice ... (Read More)

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Native American Art at Auction
by Alice Kaufman

Bonhams, Los Angeles, California Photos courtesy Bonhams Bonhams’ department director Ingmars Lindbergs said about the large (341-lot) auction of Native American art held December 12 in Los Angeles, “That was fun. And a lot of work.” Thanks to some impressive and famous collections, “We had some great stuff across the board, and ... (Read More)

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Auction Prices Realized, December 2023
by M.A.D. Staff

Here are a few notable prices of antiques sold recently at auction, as provided by press releases. All prices include the buyer’s premium when charged. We’re always looking for news of prices realized at auctions, particularly unusual or top lots. Send pictures, complete descriptions, and information to A.P.R., Maine Antique ... (Read More)

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Artificial “Intelligence”
by Hollie Davis and Andrew Richmond

Beneath the Surface Small business, as many of you know, has its perks. You can go to the movies, bank, or grocery store in the middle of the week when things are quiet. You can be 15 minutes late getting back from a dental appointment or take off early in the ... (Read More)

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NOAG Finishes 2023 in Style
by Susan Emerson Nutter

New Orleans Auction Galleries, New Orleans, Louisiana Photos courtesy New Orleans Auction Galleries The December 2 and 3 estates auction at New Orleans Auction Galleries (NOAG) showcased the types of items this well-oiled machine of a business is known for selling: fine antiques, fine art, and the best decorative elements desired by ... (Read More)

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Freeman’s American Art
by Lita Solis-Cohen

Freeman’s, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Photos courtesy Freeman’s American art auctions seem to be in a holding pattern. Freeman’s annual December American art sale reflected the downturn in the market for American paintings this season. In this picky market 30% of the lots offered did not find buyers. Alasdair Nichol, chairman and director of fine ... (Read More)

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Greater Boston Show Brings Good Sales
by Frances McQueeney-Jones Mascolo

Greater Boston Antiques Show & Sale, Wilmington, Massachusetts Buying and selling was in the air December 2 and 3 at the Greater Boston Antiques Show & Sale at the Shriners Auditorium in Wilmington, Massachusetts. Promoter John DeSimone of Goosefare Antiques & Promotions told M.A.D. that although the gate was relatively the ... (Read More)

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Semiannual “Premier Americana” Auction
by Walter C. Newman

Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates, Mt. Crawford, Virginia Photos courtesy Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates Jeffrey S. Evans & Associates held its 45th semiannual “Premier Americana” auction December 1 and 2 at the firm’s galleries in Mt. Crawford, Virginia. The two sessions of Americana were preceded by an auction of 18th- and ... (Read More)

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Thomas Day Desk and Mexican Silver Lead at Mebane
by Pete Prunkl

Mebane Antique Auction Gallery, Mebane, North Carolina Photos courtesy Mebane Antique Auction Gallery Midway in his career, Milton, North Carolina, furniture maker Thomas Day (1801-1861) added architectural woodwork to his shop’s production. He embellished porches, parlors, and hallways with his unique interpretations of the Greek Revival style. Around 1840 Day traveled 12 ... (Read More)

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A Closer Look at David Ellinger
by Lita Solis-Cohen

Native Son: The Life and Art of David Ellinger by Lisa Minardi is the catalog for the retrospective exhibition of works by David Ellinger (1913-2003), a native son of Trappe, Pennsylvania, on view until July 28, 2024, in the galleries of the Dewees Tavern at Historic Trappe, at the crossroads ... (Read More)
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