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If it exists, it is collected by someone. In my long career in the antiques and auction business, I have seen the vast variety of items that people collect.
The reason people usually start collecting is, a connection. Not with the objects per say, but with memories. Sometimes people just plain collect because they realize something appeals to them, this has happened to me with fine art.
27 year-old Dylan Shub in Jerusalem of The Gryphon’s Nest explains the antique business there as well as what it was like starting as a toddler in the business. He later discusses the social media aspect of the antiques dealing and where that is headed with the “Virtual Generation”.
A fascinating interview with noted glass and ceramic conservator, Elaine Miller. Listen in as she discusses the art of restoration/repair and her passion for putting the puzzles back together as well as maintaining the integrity of fine objects.
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Pamela Wiggins grew up in the antiques business and later became a journalist and joined her two worlds together writing about the subject as well as encouraging the family hobby of antiques interest. Click here for info.
Keri Seery speaks about social media, and the symbiotic relationship it can have in the marketing of antiques. Check out Keri’s Facebook Page.
Recorded live in Chicago, a special Round-Robin format podcast celebration of the 10th Anniversary of Randolph Street Market, with co-founder Sally Schwartz, Kathy Finley, Nena Ivon, Harry Rinker, Susan Klein Bagdade, Al Bagdade, Greg Willett, Danielle Arnet, and former podcast co-host Phyllis Kao. A celebration of the anniversary as well as a discussion on the antiques market place makes this a fascinating podcast for all who are interested in antiques and vintage.