The Psychology of Collecting

Child Collectors

Child collectors, The Psychology of Collecting

Beatrice’s bookshelf displays her collection of Magic Mixies. photo courtesy of her mother

By Shirley M. Mueller, M.D. Beatrice Beatrice is seven years old and in first grade (she also takes advanced courses with older children throughout the day.) Though her name may ...

Nostalgia’s Siren Call: Unpacking the Collector’s Sentimental Journey

Nostalgia, Psychology of Collecting, The Psychology of Collecting

Nostalgia, from the upcoming graphic novel by Cat Huang, set in a magical antique shop, where the “blank” main character seeks to find their identity by exploring antiques and the nostalgia felt as they uncover clues.

By Shirley M. Mueller, M.D. Hello – I’m Shirley M. Mueller, and I am delighted to be writing for the Journal of Antiques and Collectibles. My columns going forward will ...

From Holiday Joy to January Auctions: Navigating the Heartache of Deaccession

Deaccession, The Psychology of Collecting

by Shirley M. Mueller, M.D ...