How to Sell Art, Antiques & Jewelry from an Estate in NYC: A Step-by-Step Guide Liquidating an estate in New York City can feel overwhelming, especially when you are managing an inherited property, downsizing, handling a relocation, or preparing an apartment for sale. From identifying valuable items to arranging building access, scheduling movers, and clearing …
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Downsizing is an emotional and logical exercise that is applied in a variety of situations, from downsizing to a new house to moving to a retirement home or simply clearing out some space. It is thus possible to prevent some of the problems that are likely to be encountered during the process and make the …
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Embarking on the journey of antique furniture appraisal necessitates an astute understanding of both historical context and meticulous valuation methods. To navigate this intricate process with finesse, one must delve into several key aspects that constitute a comprehensive appraisal. Unveiling Historical SignificanceThe essence of antique furniture appraisal begins with an exploration of its provenance. Unraveling …
Antique Appraisal True antique collectors are probably already well versed in getting appraisals done but this is something with which everyone should be familiar. An appraisal is the act of having a professional appraise your goods as well as document their description, appraisal value, and the reasoning that went into that decision. This is the …
Do you own some vintage or antique jewelry, but you aren’t sure what you really have? Did you inherit it from a grandparent or even a great-grandparent? Are you interested in knowing more about different historic period styles? Some styles are more highly valued than others. If you have more information, you’ll realize which pieces …
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Also referred to as GEN Y, millennials were born between the early 80s to the mid-90s. These people are children of the baby boomers. When baby boomers die, they leave all of their worldly possessions (and money) to their kids – the millennials. However: millennials aren’t particularly fond of “things”. They don’t want their parents’ …
Marble has been used for centuries to create some of the world’s most iconic and beautiful sculptures and statues. From the Venus de Milo to Michelangelo’s “David”, the warmth and glow of natural marble has been used to tell the story of mankind. It’s the same material that homeowners enjoying using for their floors, fireplaces, …
Do you have a love for traditional Japanese decorative art and would like to learn more? Or do you already have a large collection and are thinking of paring it down? Traditional Japanese artwork is among the world’s greatest treasures. For centuries, Japanese artists have created amazing bronze sculptures, woodblock prints, unique ink painting, calligraphy …
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Scratches can ruin the look of even the most beautiful wood furniture; however, over time, all wood furniture can start to show some wear and tear – especially if it gets a lot of use. Do you think your furniture’s best days are behind it? Not so fast! Before you spend a week as a …
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Throughout life, we collect a huge array of wonderful and not-so wonderful items, ranging from large pieces of furniture to wall hangings and Persian rugs. Sometimes these not-so wonderful items were received as gifts and can have a sentimental value. This situation can leave you feeling emotionally attached to items that you would habitually have …
