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By Terry Kovel and Kim Kovel

hen we reach the Autumn Equinox, summer is officially over. Collecting Tip:
That doesn’t mean you have to put sunshine and vacation Either Coca-Cola or Tang can be used to remove
Wfun entirely out of your mind. Isn’t that what mementos and stains from porcelain.
souvenirs are for? Terry Kovel
Take this shell-shaped porcelain vase, which sold for $2,460 at Q: My great-grandmother bought a Weller Flemish Grapevine jardiniere at an
Morphy Auctions. Even though it’s not a real shell, it can evoke beach estate sale in the 1920s. There are no flaws or chips, and it is signed. I’ve had it all
trips and the serenity that comes with these years, and I’m getting old. No one in the family seems to want it, and I don’t
them. It was made by Royal Dux, the know what to do with it. My present house is small. Any ideas? I also have a slightly
smaller Roma that I can actually use here. But the big Flemish Grapevine is just too
collector’s nickname for Duxer huge; stored in the basement.
Porzellanmanufaktur, founded in Dux,
Bohemia (now Duchov, Czech A: Samuel A. Weller started his pottery in 1872 in Ohio. Early pieces were
Republic), in 1860. This porcelain utilitarian, and the company started making art pottery in 1893. They
factory is best known for its art developed hundreds of lines, becoming the world’s largest art pottery by 1915.
The company closed in 1948. Today, large antique Weller pieces like jardinieres
nouveau pieces with natural elements sell for hundreds of dollars. A Weller Flemish jardiniere and pedestal in a
and human figures. different pattern is listed at $427 in Kovels’ 2023 Price Guide. A Flemish
Art nouveau images of people are grapevine jardiniere and pedestal with some flaws sold for $500 at a recent
often stylized and suggest mythological auction. If yours is in flawless condition, it is likely worth more. If you intend
or allegorical characters; the young to sell your jardiniere, be sure you get your money’s worth! We recommend
woman perched on the edge of the shell Some collectibles are found in contacting an antique or consignment store or auction in your area, and be sure
vase is probably meant to be a sea nature; some imitate them. If it to check for seller’s commissions, buyer’s premiums, and other fees.
nymph. After all, there’s a little magic weren’t for this figure, this Royal ***
and mystery in the beauty of nature and Dux porcelain vase might pass for Q: I was given this medicine cabinet by a dentist many years ago. Any idea what it
its ability to inspire. a real conch shell. would be worth?

A: Medical and dental equipment, including cabinets, are popular with collec-
ith its carved giltwood trim and rich velvet upholstery, this sofa tors. Value depends on their size, condition, material, and unusual features like
would look right at home among the opulent Baroque and rotating cases or other movable parts. Your cabinet is by Clark & Roberts, a
Wextravagant Rococo styles of the 18th century. It was made company that made dental cabinets, exam tables, and other medical furniture
much more recently, in fact; by Jumbo Collection, a contemporary Italian in the early 20th century. A cabinet by Clark & Roberts sold at auction a few
furniture company that was founded in 1985. It sold for $1,188 at a years ago for about $500. More recently, similar cabinets by other or unknown
Hindman auction. manufacturers have sold for about $200 to $700. Having the label with the
Contemporary Italian furniture may be associated with postmodern, maker’s name increases the value. Asking prices online can go from about $400
avant-garde trends like Radical Design, Studio Alchimia, and Memphis, to over $1,000. An auction house or dealer who specializes in medical or dental
collectibles may be able to give you a more precise estimate.
but older styles are always coming back. Rococo style was revived, like
many other past design styles, in ***
the 19th century, and came back Q: I inherited my dad’s straight razor collection. I have 450 razors and would like
into fashion once more in the to know the best way to sell them. I tried local antiques dealers here in Canada, but
it would take too long for them to be sold. Any ideas or suggestions on what to do
early 20th century. Today’s with them? I also have 100 hair receivers.
design may tend towards mini-
malism; the simple, functional A: Straight razors have been made for a few hundred years. They lost popularity
mid-century modern look is after safety razors were introduced in 1903, but some are still being made.
popular, but the pendulum Hundreds of manufacturers in many different countries have made straight
always swings back; decorations razors. The maker as well as the design and material of the handle help
Sometimes the newest fashions repeat what determine value. Collectors want old razors in good condition. The original box
came before-lucky for antique collectors! like elaborate carving, gilded adds value. Search on Google or on a site like Liveauctioneers.com to find razor
Decorations on this contemporary sofa suggest trim, and lush fabrics may come auctions. If you decide to have an auction to sell the collection, be sure to
the ornate design styles of the 18th century. back again before we know it! find out what the seller’s commission, buyer’s premium, and any other charges
will be.

Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales, and auctions throughout the United States.
CURRENT PRICES Prices vary in different locations because of local economic conditions.
Toy, boat, submarine, Barracuda, atomic, clear top, Coverlet, jacquard, three colors, red and green Inkstand, silver, two cut glass inkwells, ewer-shaped
interior compartments, rotating propellers, on/off stripes, star medallions in leafy wreaths, signed, candlestick, tray with pen rest, repousse leafy scrolls,
switch on top, battery operated, box, Remco, 4 1/2 x C. Fehr Emaus, 1840, 96 x 62 inches, $90. Henry Wilkinson & Co., 6 x 9 1/2 x 6 inches, $470.
38 x 6 inches, $30.
Imari, bowl, cobalt blue wave-shaped panels, red and Music, sign, trade, Gordon Green, Violinist, Teacher
Wooden, model, mathematical, cone, segmented, white flowers and birds, ormolu mounts, bronze of the Violin, white lettering, black ground, violin at
teacher’s, five sections, midcentury, 10 inches, $300. dore, pierced leafy scrolled handles, rim and base, the left side, painted, hanging loops, c. 1910, 14 3/4
11 1/2 x 15 inches, $850. x 26 inches, $705.
Leather, attaché case, green, front flap closure, top
handle, horizontal snap lock, brass keys, three Cobalt blue glass, compote, shallow bowl, baluster Royal Copenhagen, figurine, Amager Boy, kneeling,
interior compartments, Hermes, France, c. 1970, stem, clear knop with bubbles, round foot, polished holding garland, traditional Danish costume, Carl
13 x 16 inches, $1,665. pontil mark, 7 x 8 inches, $100. Martin Hansen, early 20th century, 6 inches, $320.
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