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Antique Jewelry & Gemology
On February 22, Doyle New York gave us hope that winter would eventually come to an end in the form of its fine jewelry sale, the catalog for which was graced with colorful pieces of jewelry in bright spring colors. Featuring jewelry from the collections of Mrs. ... (Read More)
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Editorial
Americana staged a big comeback in January, much as the New England Patriots did in Super Bowl LI.
The auction numbers help tell the story. Sotheby’s brought 1300 lots of Americana to market in six catalogs and hauled in $19.378 million for its Americana Week totals, the highest number for the ... (Read More)
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Cowan’s Auctions, Cincinnati, Ohio
Photos courtesy Cowan’s Auctions
The bad guys took top billing at Cowan’s Auctions on February 21 in Cincinnati, Ohio, in a sale that featured property from N. Flayderman & Co. Although there were selected additions, the Flayderman material, from Americana to firearms, clearly highlighted the action.
E. Norman Flayderman ... (Read More)
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Maine Antique Digest includes, as space permits, brief announcements of exhibitions planned by galleries, museums, or other venues. We need all press materials at least six weeks in advance of opening. We need to know the hours and dates of the exhibit, admission charges, and phone number and website for ... (Read More)
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The Appraisers Association of America will present art dealer and curator Jeffrey Deitch with the 2017 Award for Excellence in the Arts at the 13th annual award luncheon on Wednesday, April 19, at the New York Athletic Club in New York City. Introductory remarks will be made by artist Jeff ... (Read More)
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San Rafael, California
Colorado dealer Steve Begner praised producer Kim Martindale for “getting the crowd out.” As a Bay Area resident, I found ads and promotions for the 33rd annual American Indian Art Show/Marin, held February 17-19, unavoidable. Was this different from past years?
“Completely,” said Martindale. “We had a lot more ... (Read More)
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The Nashville Show, Nashville, Tennessee
The Nashville Show is the largest of three events that bring together hundreds of dealers and collectors for an extended antiques weekend every February in Tennessee. The old Music Valley and Tailgate designations for Jenkins management events have been united under this umbrella title, and, frankly, ... (Read More)
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Guyette & Deeter, Inc., Charleston, South Carolina
Photos courtesy Guyette & Deeter
The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) was the place to be in February for those who desire fantastic decoys. Guyette & Deeter, Inc. offered more than 280 lots during its Saturday, February 18, auction at the SEWE. The sale total was ... (Read More)
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Hal Hunt Auctions, Northport, Alabama
Photos courtesy Hal Hunt
“Unique” is an overused word, but over time the Hal Hunt American Antique Museum Auction every February has become a one-of-a-kind event. First of all, there is its dedication to one particular antiques specialty—the heavily carved furniture produced in the United States between ... (Read More)
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Copley Fine Art Auctions, Charleston, South Carolina
Photos courtesy Copley Fine Art Auctions
Fine art, bronzes, and vintage fishing gear followed by an extensive array of vintage and contemporary decoys composed the Winter Sale 2017 hosted by Copley Fine Art Auctions, LLC on February 17 at the American Theater in Charleston, South ... (Read More)
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