Harry Rinker on Recent Changes in the Auction Marketplace and the Improving Economy

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March 15, 2013 - 2:09pm

 

Have you noticed any recent changes in the auction marketplace?

 

Change is constant in all segments of the antiques and collectibles marketplace. The auction arena is no exception.


Devotionals of Faith

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March 15, 2013 - 11:09am

My foray in religious collectibles began serendipitously! Years ago, at an awesome estate sale, whilst waiting to look inside the glass cases, I happened upon a box of religious medallions. Examining the contents of the box, the beauty of the vintage medals captivated and intrigued me; the lot of treasured medals was happily purchased!


Remake this Look on Ruby Lane - My Reading Nook

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March 15, 2013 - 9:20am

"The Inspiration"

"The Remake"

1. Cup/Small Vase, $260, click here. 2.) Botanical Print, $40, click here. 3.) Art Deco Green Vase, $65, click here. 4.) Louis XVI Style Bergere, $6750 (pair), click here. 5.) Painted Dresser Drawers, $7650, click here.

 

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Evolution of an Antique Dealer - Hoarder or Inventory Manager?

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March 14, 2013 - 1:57pm

I won't kid you - I'm overweight. Who isn't? From as little as 10 pounds to as much as 200 pounds! Guess that's why we're considered the fattest society ever. So much for the 'good life'. Relative to that thought - a funny thing happened to me recently...


Remake this Look on Ruby Lane - Sweet Vintage Office

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March 14, 2013 - 5:23am

"The Inspiration"

"The Remake"

 

1.)  Candle Wall Sconces, $650 (pair), click here. 2.)  French Arm Chair, $995, click here.    3.)  Ornate Wall Mirror, $450, click here.

4.)  White Vintage Slant Desk, $3500, click here.   5.)  Clear Glass Vase, $269, click here. 

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Springtime Brings Country Auctions

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March 13, 2013 - 3:02pm

When I walk to the mailbox, I find seed catalogs and auction flyers. The days are longer with flowers blooming and robins are building nests. The outdoor country auctions are my favorites and a source of new glassware and primitives.


Tesserae - These Tiny Glass Tiles Can Tell Stories

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March 12, 2013 - 4:20pm

I am fond of all types of Italian jewelry. It is steeped in history and romance and the end result is often breathtaking. One style which is particularly appealing is mosaic jewelry. It is not only lovely, but it also has a story to tell that is very visible in the jewelry item itself.

Mosaics are made of small glass tiles. These tiles are called tesserae. When combined together, they can form an image - as simple as a flower, or as intricate as a building architectural scene.


Remake this Look on Ruby Lane - French Bedroom

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March 12, 2013 - 10:29am

"The Inspiration"

"The Remake"

1.)  Antique Furniture French Antique Painted Louis XV Armoire, $3950, click here.  2.)  Child Mannequin, $795, click here.

  3.) French Belle Epoque Period Chairs With Distressed Finish, $4200 (pair), click here.

4.) Small Parian Clytie Statue, $88, click here.  5.)  French Louis XVI Cream Bed-Belle Epoque Era, $1195, click here.  6.) Crystal Chandelier, $2997, click here.

 

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International Shipping - What I have learnt

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March 11, 2013 - 11:51am

Shipping anywhere, even locally is arguably the most 'dangerous' part of our trade. International shipping however is in its own league. It is cause for such anxiety and fear among some dealers that many I know, in the continental USA, will not ship abroad, period. I have found though that most of the stress, pain and suffering can indeed be minimized and this blog will try to explain how.


15-Year Anniversary Stories: Listen to Pia Stratton of Pia's Antiques on Ruby Lane

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March 11, 2013 - 11:18am

As part of Ruby Lane's 15-Year Anniversary celebration, we have interviewed long-time veteran shop owner Pia Stratton of Pia's Antiques on Ruby Lane. You can hear her story as she reflects on her many years on Ruby Lane:


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