August 2021 Journal of Antiques
Book Bindings Bound For History
by Jim Dawson When discussing the housing of history, creating a safe and protective environment for the written word is paramount. Bookbinding has changed over the years, but the preservation of historic tomes through a better understanding of their construction…
Boxed Perfection
by Travis Landry, Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers When it comes to the world of Pop Culture collectibles, whether it be toys, video games, or trading cards, there is nothing more important than condition. You obviously have the rarity factor—the…
Gavels ‘n’ Paddles: Figural weathervane, $258,000, Morphy’s
Recent Auction Results from Near & Far By Ken Hall A late 19th century molded and gilded-copper weathervane depicting a full-bodied standing Massasoit Indian with bow and arrow atop directional arrow, made by Harris & Co. (Boston) sold for…
Gavels ‘n’ Paddles: Leicaflex 35mm camera, $1,280, Crescent City
Recent Auction Results from Near & Far By Ken Hall A Leicaflex 35mm camera with a Leitz Summicron 1: 2/90 lens and a Summilux lens 1:1.4/50, sold for $1,280 at a Summer Decorative Arts & Interiors Auction held June 18th…
Secret Storage: Exploring the Hidden Side of Antique Furniture
by Kary Pardy Consider the humble blanket chest: a piece of furniture that might travel with its owners across an ocean or a country. Such a solid, practical item seems like the last place for surprising features, but without…
July Column: History Contained – A less literal, more ‘out-of-the-box’ interpretation of the topic
For this month’s theme, “History Contained,” we selected feature subjects that reflect a less literal, more ‘out-of-the-box’ interpretation of the topic beyond the obvious examples of antique and vintage general store tins, antique packing crates, apothecary bottles, candy jars, crocks,…
Museums: Containing Collected History Over Time
by Maxine Carter-Lome, publisher Museums, in their many forms, are a universal experience shared by most people in this country, whether it is an art gallery, natural history museum, living history museum, or historic home. Every state, city, and…
Gavels ‘n’ Paddles: Picasso painting of his muse, $103.41 million, Christie’s
Recent Auction Results from Near & Far By Ken Hall Pablo Picasso’ portrait painting of his muse (Marie-Thérèse), titled Femme assiste pres d’une fenetre (1932), sold for $103.41 million at a 20th Century Evening Sale held May 13th by Christie’s…
Gavels ‘n’ Paddles: Janet Jackson jacket, $81,250, Julien’s Auctions
Recent Auction Results from Near & Far By Ken Hall Singer Janet Jackson’s epochal Rhythm Nation jacket with 1814 metal plaque, cap and gloves sold for $81,250 at an auction of items from the career and life of Ms. Jackson…