You might wonder why some prints will sell for thousands while others only sell for a few hundred dollars. What makes some prints so much more expensive? Buy, Value or Appraise Your Art Bid or buy art for sale, value your item, or request a free appraisal to sell your collection. How to Value Limited […]
Norman Rockwell’s Works Embody Magical Golden Age of Illustration
Before television and the movies, illustrated books and magazines were the entertainment and the escape for many Americans. Through skillful draftsmanship, thoughtful composition, and sharp wit, illustrators were able to create snapshots of climactic action in their drawings and paintings. Depicting historical, literary, or romantic themes, graphic artists were able to capture the imaginations and […]
Specialist Picks: Spring Prints & Multiples
Heritage Auctions’ April 17 Prints & Multiples Auction has several standout works. From stunning Ellsworth Kelly lithographs to Andy Warhol’s most celebrated series, there are prints that appeal to a wide range of tastes and budgets. If you need some guidance, our Modern & Contemporary Art specialists have you covered. Discover their favorite works in […]
Bryan Money and the Fight for Free Silver
Bryan dollars were struck during the 1896 and 1900 presidential campaigns by eastern silversmiths to promote the “free silver” agenda of Democratic candidate William Jennings Bryan. Today, each piece tells the story of the socio-economic climate of the last quarter of the 19th century in America. At the heart of these two fiercely-fought campaigns was […]
Specialists’ Picks: Modern & Contemporary Art Prints
Modern and contemporary art comes in many forms, and therefore appeals to people in many different ways. That variety is on full display in Heritage Auctions’ March 27 Online Prints & Multiples Auction. Two of Heritage’s experts perused the lots in the auction and selected some of their favorites: Desiree Pakravan Beverly Hills Ed Ruscha’s […]
When Superheroes Leap From Big Screen To Fine Art
Superheroes are fictional personas that inspire us to be our ideal selves and fight for justice and a better society. They, along with other comic book characters, have always been present in contemporary art, a theme that carries timeliness and importance considering the popularity of current and recent films based around superheroes and comic book figures. A list […]
Collecting KAWS Art – Interview with KAWS Collector Ronnie K Pirovino
Ronnie K. Pirovino has been collecting KAWS artwork and collectibles since 2003, amassing one of the world’s largest KAWS collections. He is also an active member of the contemporary art community, appraising collections and curating exhibitions from Los Angeles to Dubai. Buy, Value or Appraise Your Fine Art – Paintings, Drawings, Sculptures Bid or buy […]
The Value of Proving Provenance of Your Collectible – Elvis Presley Examples
In the 1950s, the average American home had a piece of furniture called a telephone table, a simple wooden seat with an attached ledge to place the family’s rotary dial phone. You can easily find these run-of-the-mill tables at your average flea market, estate sale or antique shop. The price? Usually about 50 bucks. No […]