On Friday, May 17th, Brimfield Auction Acres in Brimfield, MA, took its place on The National Register of Historic Places as the birthplace and originator of the World Famous “Brimfield Antique Show” with an unveiling ceremony that also marked the…
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far All prices include the buyer’s premium by Ken Hall A Federal Massachusetts shelf clock made by Aaron Willard chimed on time for $19,200 at an American Furniture, Silver & Decorative Arts…
by Judy Gonyeau, managing editor The Teamsters Master Freight Agreement JANUARY 15, 1964 – A monumental day in Teamsters history when the first National Master Freight Agreement (NMFA) was signed in Chicago. This contract would provide solid, standardized protection…
By Shirley M. Mueller, M.D. Most collectors acquire their treasures through traditional methods – purchasing from dealers or at auctions that specialize in physical items within their areas of interest. Another group, often younger individuals, collects experiences instead. As one…
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far All prices include the buyer’s premium by Ken Hall A Caille Bros. (Detroit) musical Triple Ellipse three-games-in-one upright slot machine in an oak cabinet sold for $147,600 at a Coin-Op &…
By Maxine Carter-Lome, publisher On July 4, 1840, the steamer Britannia departed Liverpool, England on her maiden transatlantic journey, bound for Boston, MA carrying mail, passengers, and freight. Fifteen days later, after a short stop in Halifax, NS, the…
In May of 2021, eBay consolidated its categories, requiring sellers to use Item Specifics (product attributes) to ensure buyers can find their listings. This change required sellers to “abandon perfectly fine listings” and spend even more time creating a host…
Results of Recent Auctions From Near and Far All prices include the buyer’s premium by Ken Hall A Cougar Gasoline 6-foot, double-sided porcelain sign sold for $192,000 at a Premier Advertising Sale held Feb. 1-3 by Richmond Auctions in Greenville, SC.…
By Thomas Denenberg, PhD John Wilmerding Director and CEO, Shelburne Museum The exhibition All Aboard: The Railroad in American Art, 1840-1955 is on view at the Shelburne Museum in Shelburne, VT from June 22-October 20, 2024. Few inventions have engendered…
by Laurence Carpenter Transportation has always been a pivotal element of our everyday lives, serving not just functional purposes but also as symbols of status and personal identity. When associated with legendary musicians, these vehicles transform from mere modes of…
