2014 marks the 50th anniversary of Butchoff Antiques, the most prestigious gallery on London’s famous antiques street, Kensington Church Street. To kick off the celebrations they will make their debut in the USA by taking a selection of their most treasured exhibition pieces to the Palm Beach Jewellery, Art and Antiques Show, [Read More]
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Americana specialists David A. Schorsch and Eileen M. Smiles of Woodbury, Connecticut were the largest single buyer of lots at Sotheby’s sale “Visual Grace: Important American Folk Art from the Collection of Ralph O. Esmerian,” on January 25, 2014. Winning a total of 37 out of 188 sold lots, Mr. Schorsch and [Read More]
Diamonds from the world’s most renowned jewelry firms and Queen Victoria’s tiara are featured in a special exhibition celebrating the 60th year Diamond Jubilee of the Winter Antiques Show from January 24-February 2, 2014 at the Park Avenue Armory in New York City. In an unprecedented collaboration, extraordinary jewels from Graff Diamonds, [Read More]
The 2014 Winter Antiques Show and Design Sponsor 1stdibs present the inaugural 1stdibs Design Friday on Friday, on January 24, 2014.This day of design inspiration will feature lectures and book signings by luxury lifestyle visionary Aerin Lauder, interior designer and author Sandra Nunnerley, and new Winter Antiques Show exhibitor Zesty Meyers of [Read More]
With its amalgam of disciplines, The METRO Show strikes a harmonious balance of subject matter from historic to contemporary. Here are some examples of how the dealers have embraced METRO Curates: Employing the theme, Compelled by the Forces of Nature, Michael Klein Arts from Sharon Springs, New York presents paintings by a [Read More]
U.S. Antique Shows, the world’s leading producer of indoor antique shows, plans to host two special events at this year’s Original Miami Beach Antique Show to enhance the attendees’ shopping experience. Have a treasure or family heirloom to be appraised? On Saturday, Feb. 1 from 12-6 p.m., The Original Miami Beach Antique [Read More]
The story of Chigusa is the remarkable tale of how an ordinary Chinese storage jar, over the course of several centuries and generations of connoisseurs, rose to become one of the most revered objects of Japan’s chanoyu, or “art of tea.” On view Feb. 22–July 27 at the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, [Read More]
JMK Shows announce that Bertoia Auctions of Vineland, NJ, will be showcasing a world-class exhibit of museum-quality antique toys at the March 8th and 9th Atlantic City Antiques Show. Regarded world-wide as the premier auction house and experts in antique toys and banks, this exhibit is being personally curated by owner and [Read More]
Two huge 2ft 9 inch tall Bohemian glass goblets made in Carlsbad in the mid 19th century were the star performers at Bonhams Masterpieces of Bohemian Glass sale in New Bond Street, London on 11 December. The pair sold for £47,500 in a sale which made over £450,000. The clear glass goblets, [Read More]
After serving as Chief Executive of LAPADA for ten years, Sarah Percy-Davis has announced to the Chairman and Board of directors, that she be stepping down in March 2014. The timing is led by a family decision to relocate from Central London, to near Henley, to provide a different quality of life [Read More]
Baton Rouge, LA retailer Maison Victoria Heirloom Antiques is closing its doors for good. Owners Dave and Susan Basu are retiring from the British & French Colonial antiques and interior decorating business and are having a store closing sale to liquidate all inventory in their store. The owners will be selling all [Read More]
Russ and Karen Goldberger/RJG Antiques year-end sale starts today and runs through January 3. Everything on their website is discounted 30%. The Goldbergers have been pioneers in selling American folk art and decoys on the Internet, launching their first website (www.RJGAntiques.com) over 15 years ago. Their Internet sale features state-of-the-art technology that [Read More]
Rows of tables adorned with especially selected vintage treasures by approximately 50 dealers coming from VA to NH, will greet shoppers on Sunday, December 15th. The show is easily reached via Route 684 exit 6, turning east on Rte. 35 for 4.5 miles and making a left onto N. Salem Rd. Merchandise [Read More]
Puchstein Promotions, long recognized as Florida’s leading producer of outstanding Antique Events, is proud to announce the latest addition to their list of highly successful shows. The Miami Antiques Extravaganza will be debuting January 24, 25, 26, 2014. The Miami show will feature nationally known exhibitors and International vendors. Everything including estate [Read More]