by Yogesh Chaudhary Before antique rugs became coveted collector’s pieces and statements of luxury, they were essential objects of everyday life. Woven by hand across deserts, mountains, and royal courts, these textiles carried stories of migration, survival, artistry, and identity.…
By Donald-Brian Johnson Guitars. Movie posters. Cap guns, lamps, candy boxes, and calendars. A plastic pistol-shaped toothbrush, complete with its own holster. Tonto’s knife. Gene Autry’s autograph. And that’s just for starters. If it’s Western-themed, chances are that Wayne Babchuk…
by Jessica Kosinski This year marks the 250th anniversary of the United States. That’s a lot of history, and most of it has been commemorated through various types of memorabilia over the years. In that huge span of time, this…
by Barbara Miller Beem “Semiquincentennial.” Don’t you just love the way that word trips off the tongue? No? Well, neither do I. I’ve been writing about America’s upcoming big anniversary for nearly a year now, and I still have to…
with Jessica Rickman CPPA, Certified Personal Property Appraiser The core theme of this piece is clear: often, historical collecting is about building a tangible bridge to the foundational moments of our country. Recently, while talking to a friend at an…
“Investment Intelligence” is the Journal of Antiques & Collectibles’ quarterly guide to strategic collecting. In each issue, we spotlight one antiques or collectibles category that shows: This isn’t hype. It’s data-informed collecting backed by market research, dealer insights, and 25…
Transform your space with expert styling tips for antiques in modern interior design. Learn how to blend vintage elegance seamlessly with contemporary decor.
By Donald-Brian Johnson Minnesota. Maybe you’ve heard it called the “Land of 10,000 lakes.” Ah, but how about the “Land of 10,000 chickens?” The lakes are scattered across the state. The chickens? Well, they’re actually chicken collectibles, and they’re comfortably…
by Sloane Middleton Mann Selling vintage at a market is equal parts sourcing, logistics, and storytelling. The sellers who consistently have strong days are rarely “just lucky” with foot traffic. They show up with a plan that makes it easy…
by Barbara Miller Beem Not so very long ago, June was the month for brides, grads, and Dads. But these days, the time when couples are most likely to say “I do” is in October. And as for diplomas, mortar…
