In reading the Sotheby’s published commentaries of the life and career of Peter Wilson (Sotheby’s Maestro), there is no denying...
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History of Newel: Oliver Smith
Recently, I had been talking about the history of Newel to a group of visitors in our showroom; Kiel Wuellner...
The Art and Antiques Fair, Little Has Changed
It was enlightening to read a review of the latest version of the “venerable art fair La Biennale Paris.” In...
Remember The Buyer’s Premium
I guess if you live long enough you can see everything. I believe I have witnessed in my career in...
Antiques, for an Evolving Buyer
Back in the day (the 20th Century), you either bought antiques and decorative arts at auction or from dealers spread...
Market Pricing for Trading In The Decorative Arts
Back in the day, dealers were the backbone of supporting prices in a market that they not only dominated, but...
Rustic, the Decorative Arts champion!
The end of the summer is rapidly approaching, and I think it’s a good time to reflect on where the...
The Antiques Industry, Captured in Time
Anyone in the decorative arts and specifically the “antiques business” has been overwhelmed by the last decade’s collapse in pricing,...
The Antiques Business, Fun If Your Looking for Opportunities
I never have seen such a time for opportunities in the antiques decorative arts world. The merchandise is certainly available...
What Newel Really Is, and Can Be
When a company is created, it is the DNA of the entrepreneur who puts his substance and skills into the...