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On February 6 Bruneau Antiques, Inc., Cranston, Rhode Island, d/b/a Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers, filed for chapter 7 bankruptcy. According to the bankruptcy court, Bruneau has 50 to 99 creditors and liabilities of $781,901. Assets for the company are $1200 in cash.
The filing reveals that there are 44 consignors who ... (Read More)
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Following a nationwide search, the Moun Vernon Ladies' Association named Adam T. Erby executive director of historic preservation and collections at George Washington's Mount Vernon, effective July 1.
Erby joined Mount Vernon in 2012 as assistant curator and rose quickly to the role of Martha Washington Chief Curator and Director of ... (Read More)
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William Smith Auctions, Plainfield, New Hampshire
Photos courtesy William Smith Auctions
When Bill Smith of William Smith Auctions advertises a "French House" sale, as he does at least once a year, it means that the sale's offerings will be appropriate for a 19th-century home. The French House was originally in Grafton, New ... (Read More)
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Journals by ship captain John Boit Jr. (1774-1829) were sent to be microfilmed in the 1960s or 1970s by the Massachusetts Historical Society (MHS). The microfilm was returned, but some of the original logs were not, leaving a hole in the collection.
Fast forward about 60 years.
"A fellow by the name ... (Read More)
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Tihe Mob Museum, the National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement in Las Vegas, is inviting the public to play a role in preserving Las Vegas history. In an effort to further enrich its nationally acclaimed collection, the museum is calling for rare, original artifacts that capture the essence ... (Read More)
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Bath Antique Sale, Bath, Maine
On July 27 there was a rarity in the rarities industry: growth. Last year, Rachel and Joshua Gurley, brother-and-sister show promoters, added a new summer show to their successful series of fall and winter shows called the Bath Antique Sale in Bath, Maine.
The debut summer show ... (Read More)
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DC Big Flea, Chantilly, Virginia
DC Big Flea events are both a destination and an institution in the metro Washington, D.C., and the central Mid-Atlantic antiques landscape. Antiques enthusiasts and bargain hunters regularly mark their calendars for the events. The most recent installment was held July 26 and 27 at the ... (Read More)
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Guyette & Deeter, Easton, Maryland
Photos courtesy Guyette & Deeter
Guyette & Deeter's annual summer sale held July 25 and 26 at The Country School brought over $4 million for choice examples from fine collections including two from coastal Massachusetts, those of Ted and Judy Harmon and of Peter and Diana Bennett. ... (Read More)
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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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Eldred's, East Dennis, Massachusetts
Photos courtesy Eldred's
It was a wonder that Eldred's staff was still standing after their marathon four-day Americana week sale July 22 to 25 in the East Dennis, Massachusetts, tent.
Three collections drew new bidders and offered fine examples. Bill Bourne, head of the Americana and maritime arts departments ... (Read More)
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