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ART NOUVEAU… THE NEXT BIG DEAL?

Posted by David Hickmet · August 31, 2018

Art Nouveau and Art Deco are often confused. Most probably due to the fact that both movements occurred at the beginning of the 20th Century and both start with the word ‘art’. This, however, is where the similarities end.

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HOW TO CLEAN AND TAKE CARE OF BRONZES

Posted by David Hickmet · August 24, 2018

Fortunately for collectors, Bronze sculptures need very little in the way of cleaning and polishing. The best advice as to their care is more a case of what not to do rather than what must be done. But to give you peace of mind, below we have written our top tips for cleaning and taking care of bronzes.

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KNOW YOUR ARTISTS: EMILE GALLÉ

Posted by David Hickmet · August 18, 2018

Emile Gallé, 1846 – 1904, is considered a driving force behind the Art Nouveau movement and one of the most outstanding glass artists of his time. His naturalistic designs and innovative techniques greatly contributed to the development of the art of glassmaking and to the Art Nouveau Style.

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THE RELEVANCE OF PROVENANCE TO ANTIQUES

Posted by David Hickmet · August 04, 2018

In the world of collectables, art and antiques, provenance refers to an object’s history. This can include its exhibition in leading museums and galleries, as well as who owned the object, when and where. Today we are taking a look at the effect of the latter.

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KNOW YOUR ARTISTS: DEMETRE CHIPARUS

Posted by David Hickmet · July 31, 2018

Demetre Chiparus is perhaps the most famous proponent of Bronze and Ivory Art Deco figurines and certainly one of the most important sculptors of the Art Deco period. His sculptures are admired for their elegance and style and are much sought after by Art Deco collectors.

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HOW TO START COLLECTING ANTIQUES

Posted by David Hickmet · July 28, 2018

Even in this very modern world, antique collecting is very much alive and well. People still want a piece of history or a sentimental find that contributes much to their homes, whether they choose to build a collection of one artist’s work, or prefer a certain style.

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