Collector’s Guide

A Primer on Abrasives

by Bruce Johnson   If you own a piece of furniture, sooner or later you are going to need to know what type of abrasive you need to care for it. Here, then, is a brief summary of your options.   SANDPAPER Sandpaper is rated by…

A Trip to Bruce’s Workshop, A Party With Pewabic Pottery, Important Updates and More: Upcoming Virtual Sessions In July and August

by Kate Nixon   July kicks off membership month for the Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms and the summer continues with the special online event "Arts & Crafts In August: A Virtual Experience," a week of access to Arts & Crafts…

The Allure of Rookwood: An Art Pottery Auction at Toomey & Co

by Kate Nixon   The enthusiasm of American art pottery collectors online and otherwise was on hand at a full intensity last Thursday as the Keramics & Rookwood: American & European Art Pottery started as the Spring/Summer auction…

Rookwood, Art Pottery Works Spotlighted In Curated Auction from Toomey & Co

by Kate Nixon   The appeal of Rookwood pottery will be put on display during Keramics & Rookwood: American & European Art Pottery, a special curated auction from Toomey & Co Auctioneers. This special 412 lot auction, curated…

Rare Gustav Stickley Cabinet, Greene & Greene Andirons and More At Toomey’s This Wednesday

by Kate Nixon Editor's note: this article has been edited to reflect the true date of the auction. The Fine Art + Furniture & Decorative Arts auction at Toomey & Co's will take place this Wednesday, June 9th, not June 6th.   Mark…

Auction Watch: Rare Frank Lloyd Wright & Teco “Monumental” Vase and Other Rarities Sell In the Triple Digits

by Kate Nixon   As if a record-smashing Tiffany lamp selling for $3.7 million isn't enough proof that the collecting community is continuing their passionate interest, this week shows the power of collectors as three lots sell for hundreds…

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