The practice of collecting art began in 15th century Italy when the Medicis became benefactors to artists, artisans and craftsmen. Although in matters of state they ruled with an “iron hand,” when it came to the arts the Medicis were extremely appreciative and well informed. Under their rule art became a part of everyday life,…
Originally from Louisville, Ky, Polk produced Western art in a variety of media. But Polk’s life-size, hand-carved wooden sculptures, made with stands for slot machines, are his rarest and most sought-after works. Lisa Barnes, a certified fine-art and personal-property appraiser, who operates the website, rareart.net, said Polk’s art is iconic and is at the forefront…
GLENDALE, ARIZ. A couple’s $5 purchase of a horse picture at a yard sale uncovered a hidden treasure, a JFK portrait. CBS Affiliate KPHO reports that Pam Dwyer and her husband picked up a horse picture at a yard sale in Sun City. But Dwyer said her husband had a hunch that’s not all they…
How amazing is it when a notable 19th Century still life becomes the discovery Of an amateur Goodwill art shopper and not a still life specialist? Knowing how to discern when something Beautiful and obscure is so appealing and Absolutely must be good. Not long ago, David Wood, a Phoenix Resident, searched through a rack…
In the shadowy world of modern thievery, the cachet in loot – the next best thing to money – may be art. Crooks who couldn’t explain the difference between Manet and Monet have discovered paint canvas. The burglars of Eastern Europe are fast emptying little churches of vanishing art from the sites of old civilization.…
What’s it like to feel from the beginning that you’ve picked a winner? When determining value, be it of a hot shot athletic recruit, or an exceptional painting up for bid, a buyer needs to feel the purchase will be a “stand-out,” a “find,” the kind of commodity that outshines its competitors. How amazing is…