Next month, the International Council of Museums (ICOM), representing some 20,000 institutions from around the world, convenes in Kyoto, Japan. … More
Tag: Kansas City
An Auction Result is Not an Appraisal!
Auction results are a large part of the data an appraiser interprets to for their value conclusion – but they … More
Shivaree: A Rare Thomas Hart Benton Print
Collectors devour pencil-signed Thomas Hart Benton lithographs whenever they hit the market, and for good reason. Complementing the ongoing popularity … More
3 Easy Tips for Appraisal Preparation
Contrary to the image given appraisals by programs like Antiques Roadshow, professionally written appraisals are very serious documents. They are … More
Klimt’s “Bauerngarten” – A $59m “Trump Effect” Barometer?
Last month, I profiled the growing popularity of Gustav Klimt (Austrian, 1862-1918) among art collectors, along with the role one … More
Appraisal: Being Sure of Identity and Value
In this new series of blog posts, I’m going to outline basic concepts and terminology used by appraisers that will … More
Art Deco, Streamline Moderne, and Kansas City’s Municipal Auditorium
My wife won a ‘flash contest’ on Facebook yesterday (meaning you had to pick up your winnings within a couple … More
Live confidently: Be Sure of Identity and Value
Be sure of identity and value. Call your appraiser!
Austrian Kammerherrn Gold Bullion Chamber Key, Portapee and Case
From the Manion’s years: February 2003 Early 20th century. Gold bullion Austrian double headed eagle mounted over two acorns and bullion twist, … More
Gathering the Eagles in Kansas City
Last Thursday evening was the 2015-2016 planning meeting for my son’s Cub Scout pack. Our adult leaders include some of … More
