Cutting the threads Oct 5, 2009
Such collections are typically expensive to maintain and display because of the care required of the garments. They ve put together really one of the stellar collections, especially of late 19th-century and 20th-century American designers, says Harold Koda, the curator in charge of the Met s Costume Institute ... Such collections are typically expensive to maintain 0000264C and display because of the care required of the garments. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Art in the park Oct 4, 2009
By Sarah Gantz / The Citizen. Saturday, October 3, 2009 11:39 PM EDT. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Peeking behind Stonington's doors Oct 3, 2009
Highlights of the interior include original pocket shutters, working fireplaces, elaborate mouldings, parquet floors, as well as a unique display of the owner s tea pots and needlework collections. A tour of this home will include a walk through the second floor hall and bedrooms that have been decorated to complement the home s design elements. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Cinderella story for an Oakland home Oct 1, 2009
The Fernwood neighborhood boasts one of the most concentrated collections of Storybook houses in the country, and both Montclair's library and its firehouse are built in this style. Another feature of these homes is their size. (San Francisco Chronicle)
16 Magazine Pop Culture Auction Sep 26, 2009
The personal collections of 16 Magazine's former editorial directors, Danny Fields and Randi Reisfeld, go on the auction block this Sunday, September 27 ... Backstage Auctions, an online boutique auction house who specializes in authentic classic rock memorabilia, is presenting rare and one-of-a-kind rock and pop collections from the 60s, 70s and 80s ... There are photographs and negatives of the Jackson 5 and Michael Jackson dating back as early as 1969, as well as one of the largest Bay City... (Suite101.com)
Three held in Iraqi art 'sting' Sep 21, 2009
The museums held collections from the Assyrian, Sumerian and Babylonian cultures that covered 7,000 years of civilisation in ancient Mesopotamia. Some items have been recovered but many are still missing. (BBC News -- Africa)
Antiques aplenty Sep 19, 2009
Although it houses one of Indonesias largest collections of Javanese, Chinese and Dutch antiques, this property is not just a repository for collectibles Anhars imagination has run riot in creating the opulent dcor of the public rooms as well as the 49 guest suites and rooms. Top of the range is the Apsara Residence, named for one of the heavenly dancers who descended to earth in answer to the prayers of Jayawarman II, the Javanese-born prince who built a powerful kingdom in 8th century... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Kick off to the arts: A listing of local arts organizations and events for 2009-2010 Sep 18, 2009
These art pieces are appropriate for corporate collections and any larger exhibition areas in homes and businesses ... These items interface between the museum s collections and its audience, providing a variety of opportunities for visitors of all ages to step into the past and experience, enjoy, and learn from the rich temporal and cultural mosaic that is known as Sierra Vista. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
A treasure trove in Newington Sep 18, 2009
Spread out over two parking lots on Market Square, vendors display their collections of both used and new clothing, accessories, home goods and entertainment items for a big crowd of shoppers to look at ... These sellers range from the more traditional vendors of novelty items like glassware and video collections to families looking to sell their old stuff. (Newington Town Crier, CT)
HOMEMergers & acquisitions Sep 14, 2009
Quirky collections are more popular than ever, and the memories they represent often outweigh their value ... More designers, their collections and tips ... Their stylish home provides a backdrop for their eclectic collections, including snow globes, musical instruments, pins and buttons from rock concerts, skateboards and real and faux taxidermy. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Pennsylvania Governor Rendell: Legislative Budget Proposal Is Out of Balance, Fiscally Irresponsible Sep 13, 2009
Considering that July and August revenue collections were already below estimate by $22 million, the Governor considers it more prudent to expect no growth from existing revenue sources ... The proposed 2009-10 tax amnesty program would result in lower collections in 2010-11, costing the state $31. (PR Newswire)
A special show of swimwear and pareos Sep 12, 2009
As models show off their latest collections, the duo will be offering complimentary pupu and drinks. The event is free and open to the public. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Disney Expo seeks to monetize Mouse-mania Sep 11, 2009
For 37 a day, attendees get advance movie screenings, peeks into the Disney archive collections and updates on the company's theme park expansions. While it's open to the public, the expo is the capstone event for the D23 club, which was named to signify creator Walt Disney's 1923 move to Hollywood. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Hard Rock Opens New Flagship Cafe on Vegas Strip Sep 9, 2009
A guest can access and expand a single image or video to be as large as the wall itself; or up to six guests can explore their own collections in dynamic "zones" simultaneously. Crafted from a single sheet of Stewart film glass, this interactive touch screen is custom made for this Hard Rock venue. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
• Events calendar Sep 4, 2009
Sedaris' bestselling collections of humorous personal essays are "Barrel Fever," "Holidays On Ice," "Me Talk Pretty One Day," "Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim" and "When You Are Engulfed in Flames." Individual tickets are 30 and 40, and go on sale Oct. 1. Series tickets are 115 for Sun Valley Center members and 165 for non-members, at , 726-9491, ext. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Artist is coming from far away for class reunion Sep 3, 2009
His paintings are in major art collections. THE MORRIS MUSEUM of Art will be welcoming back one of its favorite artists when William Christenberry opens an exhibit of his photography on Saturday, Sept. 12. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Lester Glassner, 70, pop culture collector Aug 31, 2009
He just started building collections of all sorts from his 20s forward, and he never stopped, said his sister, Freda Honig. Mr. Glassner s longtime obsession led to his collaborating with photographer Brownie Harris on Dime-Store Days, an illustrated book published by Viking Press in 1981 and featuring prime samples from his various collections ... There are so many collections within collections. (Boston Globe)
Saving Europe's Art from the Nazis Aug 25, 2009
hrer Museum and hoped to stock it with the greatest works of art from around the globe which he would obtain by looting collections and museums in occupied territories and hiding them until the war ended ... There are still thousands of stolen works floating around in antiques shops, in people's private collections and elsewhere. (Time.com)
Design, Play and Trade Personalized Cards With the Duelist On Demand Program Aug 20, 2009
Topps entertainment products include Major League Baseball, NFL and other trading cards, sticker album collections, and collectible games. The Company's confectionery brands include "Bazooka" bubble gum, "Ring Pop," "Push Pop," "Baby Bottle Pop" and "Juicy Drop Pop" lollipops. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Recession fuels business for resale shop Aug 18, 2009
Barbie doll collections, golf clubs and electric power tools are a small sample of the items Sharon DeShane spends time organizing at her Peoria resale shop as more people clean out their closets to turn a quick buck during the recession. DeShane opened Bluebird Online Auctions and Resale Shop at 9794 W. Peoria Ave. in September. (AZCentral -- Business)
Casey Tibbs Rodeo Center wows rodeo fans Aug 16, 2009
In addition to the extensive memorabilia of the Casey Tibbs and Mattie Goff collections, the center also features exhibits and artifacts dealing with virtually every aspect of rodeo life. The centerpiece is the Hall of Champions, a gallery honoring all of South Dakota s world champion rodeo performers dating to 1929. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
5 things you need to know about the Bouckville Antiques show Aug 15, 2009
Look for parts of collections. You can build a complete set over time and greatly increase the value. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
What’s old is new: places to find vintage clothing Aug 13, 2009
The fervor and eccentricities of the vendors are almost as noteworthy as their collections ... leggings stand next to Talking Heads records and collections of stories by Vladimir Nabokov. (Boston Globe)
Knox County Fair Open Class Results 2009 Aug 9, 2009
Published: Saturday, August 8, 2009 6:47 PM EDT Antiques. Grand Champion Donna Kramer. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
PCMH getting aggressive with collections Aug 7, 2009
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Elinor Gordon, collector, Asian porcelain expert; at 91 Aug 1, 2009
At the same time, she helped organize important collections from scratch and steered significant pieces to major collections and museums, including Historic Deerfield, the Peabody Essex Museum, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and Winterthur. For the Dietrich American Foundation, she found extremely rare plates and platters decorated with the insignia of the Society of the Cincinnati, a hereditary organization founded in 1783 by American and French officers who served during the Revolutionary... (Boston Globe)
Somerville Rock & Roll Yard Sale has something for everyone Jul 31, 2009
Of course, for Daltry and Sawyer, ferreting out prized oddities for their own lovingly curated LP collections is merely maniacal business as usual. Sawyer says she hunts for obscure foreign-language instructional LPs, like How to Speak Swahili, for instance. (Boston Globe)
Hollywood prop auction ends owner's 40 year career Jul 31, 2009
He began buying entire collections from films and TV shows that had wrapped production. In the 1990s, he snapped up lots of lighting fixtures from department stores that went out of business. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
REPRESENTING HISTORY: Toy soldiers march to State Museum Aug. 8 Jul 30, 2009
More than 30 exhibitors from across the South will display their collections of "military miniatures" in this annual presentation. "The toy soldiers represent every period of history as well as a variety of decades of their manufacture," said Meika Samuel, the museum's director of education and programs. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
VISTA: Museum auctions off antiques, vintage tractors Jul 27, 2009
While the auction is good for the bidders, it is great for the museum, said Ashley Jaques, curator of the museum's collections. Although the day's success had yet to be tallied, she said this year more people brought items for the museum to sell on their behalf, which amounts to more money for the museum. (North County Times)
Stay-at-home mother becomes decorating star Jul 25, 2009
I like collections, but collections need to be controlled. Q: Do you have favorite design blogs. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
One-tank trip: Warm Springs Jul 24, 2009
Preston Evans opened it in March 2008, taking many of his collections out of storage to make them available to the public. The motorcycles spill out into the entryway, where there's also a 1950s steam engine that Evans says was used to haul diamonds in Arkansas. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Travel + Leisure readers name Udaipur best city Jul 14, 2009
Novogrod also spoke highly of the city's art collections and shopping opportunities for fabrics, antiques and handmade clothing ... See haute couture collections from top designers. (Yahoo News)
Treasure Hunters to dig in Montrose Jul 14, 2009
Coins: Any and all coins made before 1965, rare coins, coin collections, silver dollars, half dollars, three-cent pieces, two-cent pieces, 1/2-cents, etc. Paper Money: All denominations, both U.S. and foreign made before 1934. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Collectibles can be more than a hobby Jul 12, 2009
What are the major collections they ve handled in their lifetime. WHAT TO LOOK FOR. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Our homes are full of valuables Jul 11, 2009
"Kids used to stay around and absorb Mom and Dad's collections," she said. "But many kids aren't around any more. Now, I see many couples downsizing or moving into the next stage of their lives and they're seeing me.". (Sioux City Journal)
Hawaiian music stars in the heart of Waikiki Jul 10, 2009
Three appraisers will be on hand to evaluate items such as jewelry, antiques, watches, porcelain, crystal, sterling silver items, flatware and spoon collections. "Many people in this economy need to raise extra money," said store owner Brenda Reichel, who wanted to organize an event similar to "Antiques Roadshow" on PBS.. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Big Bear kicks into the holiday mode Jul 9, 2009
If you re looking to take in some fine art, the Arts Council of Big Bear Valley kicks off its special exhibit of the collections of Richard Moll, actor and art collector, with an opening reception Friday at 7 p.m.. The private collection of the actor known for his years as Bull Shannon on the TV show Night Court features Plein Air and collectible pieces of vintage art. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
Feed, seed and so much more (3) Jul 7, 2009
Piedt's love of family and history are the bedrock of his various creations and collections. The property, first belonging to Piedt's ancestors in the 1870s, has been through many changes, at times being an orchard, a mechanic's garage, a gun shop, a farm store and a general store. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
Glass-blowing studio moves to Sparta Jun 28, 2009
The store has been known for exclusive classic holiday collections home decor, limited editions, jewelry and fine giftware, Maravelas said. Lots of merchandise has been sold, Maravelas said, adding that lots more has been moved from the store s warehouse to its shelves. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Gas-saving getaways can provide family fun Jun 27, 2009
5-acre gardens is Alabamas largest living museum, featuring more than 10,000 different plants in its collections. The site also contains more than 25 unique gardens, more than 30 works of original outdoor sculpture and miles of paths. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Happy birthday songs Jun 21, 2009
Their house of 25 years is modest, informal and decorated with Norris' collections of kitsch and ephemera: black cats, Three Little Pigs, various creamers and plates, Hawaiiana, black memorabilia. She buys and sells collectibles on eBay, and loves hitting estate sales and flea markets. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Saving China's antiquities Jun 17, 2009
"After years of studies, I started to understand that we have to turn to personal collections," he said. "The government doesn't have enough capacity, awareness and respect to protect these things. I think the government should encourage personal collections and protections of antiques. This would be good for these antiques.". (CNN -- International)
On the Medici Conspiracy Jun 16, 2009
What follows is Watson and Todeschini's truthful account of how the Medici formed such an elabroate ring of tomb raiders and link the Medici to such infamous dealers such Robin Symes and prove that the pre-war collections of the Met, and even all hold artifacts that were infact stolen ... It does get a bit tedious in parts, but the author's do a strong job of keeping the book informative and opening to the reader, the illicit world of tomb raiding and the dark side of large museums and... (Suite101.com)
$7 Federalist book could be worth $100K Jun 16, 2009
Its collected essays helped rally support for ratifying the document that provided the federal government's framework, said Mark Dimunation, chief of the rare book and special collections division at The Library of Congress. The essays were penned by James Madison, Alexander Hamilton and John Jay, all of whom used the same pseudonym to focus attention on their pro-ratification arguments. (MSNBC -- Terrorism)
Have some close encounters for your summer vacation Jun 4, 2009
Grab a quick nosh at the in-house cafe, then visit the museum's excellent collections of maritime art and Yin Yu Tang, a Qing dynasty merchant's house. If the whole family's in tow, there's a discovery room just for tykes. (Boston Globe)
To the Contrary May 31, 2009
Many people collect guns for a lifetime, then at some point decide to sell their collections for monetary reasons, and this can be done legally at gun shows, again with no laws broken. Same thing with "old hunters" who may give up the sport and just decide to sell their guns privately. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Woodbury 350th Committee Seeks Volunteers, Donations May 27, 2009
For historical displays at the block party and perhaps elsewhere around town, Ms. Scruggs said the committee is looking for old photographs, antiques and collections to display that pertain to Woodbury. Ms. Scruggs said she wants people to bring cameras to the block party. (Voices, CT)
Art.view: Piling in May 24, 2009
Chinese government intervention forbidding the export of newly discovered archaeological works has led collectors to favour antiquities from old collections held abroad. So there was much excitement when the ancient jades amassed before the second world war by a German/South African couple, Baron and Baroness von Oertzen, was consigned to Sotheby s. Blades, discs, plaques and pendants stretching back as far as the neolithic period quickly superseded even the highest estimates, with two carved... (The Economist)
World's first camera on display in Macao May 23, 2009
A total of 250 photography antiques and 180 old photos, which were collections lent by the Nicephore Niepce Museum and 12 other museums, cultural institutions and private collectors in France, the UK, the U.S. and Macao, according to the Cultural Institute of the Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR), which runs the Macao Museum. The world's first camera, a sliding wooden box, along with over 20 cameras of early times were borrowed from the Nicephore Niepce Museum. (Xinhuanet, China)
Investors look to art for profit May 20, 2009
She learned as much about art as she could by going to galleries, looking at collections, talking to experts and reading available information. Doing homework can help identify a diamond in the rough. (Dayton Business Journal, OH)
Fort Worth Postcard and Paper Show to Showcase Unique Collections from Pretty Artisan Cards to Rough Old West Cowboys May 17, 2009
The unique event boasts some of the finest collections from pretty Victorian artisan cards to rough old west cowboys ... The unique event boasts some of the finest collections from pretty Victorian artisan cards to rough old west cowboys. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
10 things to do this weekend May 15, 2009
The museum's addition houses its 20th- and 21st-century art collections, including sculpture and contemporary art. May 16 and May 17, 10 a.m. 5 p.m. Free, with a non-perishable donation for the Greater Chicago Food Depository. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Living stylishly on a budget May 14, 2009
See to browse the collections, or stop in at the Ritz-Carlton Towers, 2 Avery St., Boston, 617-742-9611, and 579 Worcester Road, Natick, 508-650-5844. Sale ends May 24. (Boston Globe)
Noted Southern California Art Dealer Brings His Passion and His Stable of Lowbrow/Pop Culture Artists to Dallas May 13, 2009
"We look forward to bringing to this vibrant City our one of a kind pieces for families who seek to invest in collections they can share with their families for generations," says Abramowitz ... Prior to moving to New York von Buhler was chosen by Boston Magazine as one of the "40 Bostonians We Love." Von Buhler's work is in hundreds of personal collections all over the world; Howard Stern owns a portrait of himself painted by von Buhler, while , the publisher of , purchased von Buhler's... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
S.F. Decorator Showcase spotlights art May 11, 2009
Murals, site-specific art installations and carefully curated collections of framed art are another prominent feature of this year's showcase. Designers Myra Hoefer, Matthew Leverone, Orlando Diaz-Azcuy and Nicole Hollis have each curated art collections in their rooms on the main floor ... "In such homes there were always great art collections. In this case it is about collecting specimens and thinking of the whole foyer space as a cabinet of curiosities.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
All bottled up: Collectors share more than an affinity for milk bottles May 10, 2009
Its clear to see that the California milk bottles have become secondary to the relationships that have developed as a result of their collections. Sometimes you sell a lot of bottles, sometimes you sell a few, but its more about the people and getting together, Hayes said. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Dr Pepper Artifact May Reveal Soft Drink's Secret Recipe May 6, 2009
Faded letters on the book's fraying brown cover say "Castles Formulas." John Castles was a partner of Morrison's for a time and was a druggist at that location as early as 1880, said Mary Beth Webster, collections manager at the Dr Pepper Museum and Free Enterprise Institute in Waco. As he gathered more information, Waters took a slower turn through the book's more than 360 pages, which are filled with formulas for everything from piano polish to a hair restorer to a cough syrup. (Fox News)
Dr. Pepper Artifact May Net Man $75,000 May 6, 2009
Faded letters on the book's fraying brown cover say "Castles Formulas." John Castles was a partner of Morrison's for a time and was a druggist at that location as early as 1880, said Mary Beth Webster, collections manager at the Dr Pepper Museum and Free Enterprise Institute in Waco. As he gathered more information, Waters took a slower turn through the pages filled with formulas for everything from piano polish to a hair restorer to a cough syrup. (W-USA News, DC)
Free Realms(TM) Trading Card Game in Stores This Week! May 5, 2009
Topps entertainment products include Major League Baseball, NFL, NBA and other trading cards, sticker album collections, and collectible games. The company's confectionery brands include "Bazooka" bubble gum, "Ring Pop," "Push Pop," "Baby Bottle Pop," and "Juicy Drop Pop" lollipops. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The Sweetest Street Apr 28, 2009
Though pricey, its unusual groups of flavors - herbal, floral, spiced, balsamic, roasted, fruity and citrus - and its boxed collections, such as the Ligne Classique, are very intriguing. (415) 291-9600. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Did knife belong to Lincoln? Apr 20, 2009
He also has examples of Lincoln ephemera displayed in and around his massive collections of Persian rugs, oil paintings and porcelain figurines. His interest in Lincoln started as boy who when he took field trips to Springfield and New Salem. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
* Old books in a new light Apr 18, 2009
People who want to unload 10 or more items can go directly to the shop; Dixiajie sends employees to look at collections of 50 or more items. The price of each item is determined by its condition and rarity, and sellers can opt to receive cash or exchange their books for store credit. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Storage Unit Auctions a Good Bid fo... Apr 12, 2009
Some people score big with camera equipment, coin collections, and appliances. Others end up with worthless items like broken toys, bags of fertilizer, or old books. (Suite101.com)
Full Body Hippo Among Seven Hundred Taxidermy Mounts for Sale to Highest Bidder Fort Worth Big Game Trophy & Western Auction Apr 10, 2009
The hunting trophies, animal rugs, fish and bird mounts being offered to the general public at the World Class Big Game Trophy & Western Auction are from private collections of three renowned big game hunters and two natural history museums ... The hunting trophies, animal rugs, fish and bird mounts being offered to the general public at the are from private collections of three renowned big game hunters and two natural history museums. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
