Bakelite is a trade name for a type of plastic made from phenol and formaldehyde. It was originally created for industrial purposes at the turn of the last century, but when it caught the eyes of such jewelry and fashion greats like Coco Chanel, it quickly became a popular jewelry material. Most baby boomers probably had Bakelite bracelets and love beads in their jewelry boxes as teens. It is now becoming quite popular again.…
Aboriginal art is a particularly interesting area of the art world – from ancient to contemporary, this style of artwork represents a continuous cultural tradition that is exciting to explore. Whether you’re new to collecting art or you’re a seasoned collector just getting into this particular area of the art world, you could use some tips for buying great pieces of aboriginal art. Take a look at some aboriginal art-buying tips that you need to see.…
If you are interested in purchasing an antique print, you need to know the differences between an original and a reproduction before you go shopping. Although reproductions can also be antiques, they do not have the same value nor should you pay as much for a reproduction of a print, even if it is an antique reproduction. Here are a few differences you need to know about original and reproductions antique prints.…
