Vintage advertising sends a powerful message of nostalgia
Q: I'm intrigued by your column, where I've learned that items around the house may be more valuable than we thought. This box has been in the family for over...
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Consult an expert to verify painting’s supposed ‘California connection’
Q: I inherited this painting. It's not signed, but it's been in my family since the 1920s. The only thing I know about it is that it may have a...
Fire memorabilia is a hot collecting category
Q: I got this fireman's trumpet, badge, and bell at an estate sale and would like to know what they're worth. I was told the bell was used going to...
Dog-shaped handles give drinking pot extra appeal
Q: I was given this 3-handled cider jug by friends in England long ago. I was told that it's very old. There are no marks, but I think it's very...
It pays to arm yourself with the best, most current price info available
Q: I found three vintage sports pennants from the 1940s, but I can't find value for them. There's a reference book on pennant prices, but who wants to spend $18.95...
Fu dogs have been guarding the door for centuries
Q: We bought this pair of fu dogs at an estate sale. What can you tell us about them? A: Our reader adds that her carved stone sculptures are each...
Copies just can’t beat originals on price
Q: I bought this framed photo of John Lennon long ago at a yard sale. The man who sold it told me said it was a lithograph. The photo is...
Metal squirrel most likely a bookend
Q: I'm hoping you can ID the artist who made my bronze squirrel. I've included images of the signature. Any info? A: Without details on size, my first thought is...
Authenticity is all in the art market
Q: I have seven paintings by John Fulton, also a collection of 8-by-10 pictures signed by him. All are about bullfighting. What are his paintings worth? A: Born in Philadelphia...
American regional paintings becoming highly collectible
Q: Can you tell us anything about a painting we've had stored for years? A: I have good news, and better news, for this reader. First, the writer adds that...