by Jessica Kosinski There are many traditions and objects associated with the holidays. Some start out regional and then slowly expand. One example is the Annalee doll, which originated in my home region of New England. For decades Annalee…
By Donald-Brian Johnson All Photos by Donald-Brian Johnson, except as noted Forget about the fruitcake. Cancel the cookie order. This Christmas, the perfect presents for all the special somebodies on your holiday list might be just as close as the…
by Maxine Carter-Lome When we think of the Wild West and the pioneers who set out for parts unknown after the Civil War, our reference is the American Cowboy. While a cowboy’s life was a hard one, living freely…
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far All prices include the buyer’s premium by Ken Hall A circa 1910 Tiffany Studios “Poppy” table lamp, leaded glass, patinated bronze, with an organic form six-light base, sold for $155,000 at a…
Each New Year is marked by change and defined by trends. As we wrap up our editorial year for 2023, we can’t help but look forward, which next year is a throwback to our past – everything from artwork and…
by Judy Gonyeau, managing editor For as long as men and women have been riding animals to transport them from one place to another, they have worn some sort of protection for their feet and legs. All you need is…
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far All prices include the buyer’s premium by Ken Hall A lavishly carved English tall case clock in oak, 11 feet 10 inches tall, sold for $93,750 at a Fine & Decorative Arts…
By Maxine Carter-Lome, publisher Buffalo Bill Cody, Sitting Bull, Geronimo, Annie Oakley, Rough Riders, Gen. George Custer, Belle Starr, “Wild Bill” Hickok … Most of what we know about these colorful figures of our Western American heritage and their…
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far All prices include the buyer’s premium by Ken Hall The red Bruce Oldfield silk gown worn by Princess Diana for the world premiere of Hot Shots in 1991 sold for $571,500 at…
By Brock Lane, www.beltbucklehistory.com The very first vintage belt buckles that I bought were on Craigslist. I didn’t know anything about them, but they looked interesting, and I was hopeful about doing some research to learn the story behind them.…
