written by Crispian Riley-Smith
Collecting Old Master Drawing is fascinating and very rewarding to the collector. Drawings are the often the first glimpses, the sketches of the first ideas of something that later could have become a masterpiece. Read more if you are interested in how to start collecting Old Master drawings, where to look for them and how to take care of your collection.
Annie Lebovitz, Cindy Sherman, Ansel Adams, Dorothea Lange or David LaChapelle are just some of the biggest names to know when it comes to collecting photography. But what to look for when you are just starting your photography collection? Check out ValueMyStuff's Buyer's Guide to Collecting Photography!
Written by Peter le Rossignol
What if you could enter a real treasure trove filled with the most amazing royal jewelry, glittering gems, diamonds and pearls, all in one place? Take a moment and let our Jewelry and Precious Stones Specialist guide you through the World’s most exquisite and famous pieces ever made!
Written by Urszula Frick
For any book-lover a visit in an old antique bookstore is like a magical experience. Touching and looking through the old, dusty volumes, breathing in the specific sweet smell of old paper and ink, searching for old prints and finally finding one of the earliest editions of your favourite book is very exciting. But what would happen if you would find a book that is priceless? Read about 5 most expensive books ever sold!
Written by Patrick Morgan
Genuine, fake or forgery? In the field of tribal arts, these are by far, the most common questions asked of experts, whether a piece comes from Africa, Oceania or the Americas. Ultimately all tribal art artefacts will fall into one of these three categories and knowing the difference before buying is a crucial first step in building a respectable collection. Here are the expert tips on how to tell them apart!
Are you thinking about buying a classic car that not only fits your needs but also a budget? Our Expert explains the popularity boom of classic cars and why you need one!
Are You interested in the artistic history of the oldest nation in the world? Do you want to learn how to recognise artistic styles of various Chinese Dynasties? Or maybe you wonder which emperor was most interested in art? Learn all of this from our article.
Chair is probably one of the most popular pieces of furniture our Furniture Experts get to value at ValueMyStuff. We get chairs from across all possible centuries and styles. Chair is one of the most basic but simultaneously one of the most important furniture pieces, from a royal throne to a simple wooden stool. Learn with us about 5 iconic chairs that pushed forward the History of Design
Muhammad Ali is best known for his amazing boxing career and is often related to as the greatest athlete of all time. But he truly was a Renaissance man of the 20th century, using his fame to make a mark in other important social areas, such as philanthropy and civil rights fight. He also was artistically talented, expressing himself in poetry, rap, acting and even painting.
It is really hard to find another company with such an iconic heritage as popular jewellery and luxury goods manufacturer as Tiffany & Co. With the brand celebrating its 185 years next year it is worth to take a closer look at its history.
As the world becomes increasingly interconnected and globalized, interest in the non-Eurocentric art sector has flourished in recent decades.
Oceanic or Oceanian art is a term that refers to the artwork created by native populations of the Pacific Islands and Australia, including the regions of Micronesia, Melanesia, and Polynesia.
Ever since mankind first stumbled upon the recipe for alcohol, it has been a staple aspect of our collective worldwide culture as a species.
While antique chandeliers and silver candelabra have always been attractive items for homeowners to add to their collection, other less ostentatious but nonetheless artistically valuable lighting fixtures have tragically been melted down and lost, their owners unaware of their true market potential.
Whether a metal is highly valued for its malleability, conductibility, durability, or any combination of these qualities, they all have their own unique and special qualities that are attractive to craftsmen as well as collectors.
Collecting medals is an appealing hobby and investment for many, as they are symbolic of honor and celebration.
For thousands of years, jade stone has been coveted by many as a symbol of wealth, status, and ritual.
Ever since the beginnings of human civilisation, people have yearned to find explanation for the way the world around us works.
With the advent of radio and television in the 20th century, as well as the expansion of the full right to vote to any citizen regardless of race or gender in many countries, the world of politics has recently become more accessible than ever to everyday people instead of being relegated solely to educated white men.
While many of us enjoyed dolls as favorite play items of a childhood past, today vintage and antique dolls enjoy the status of highly sought after prizes for adult collectors and enthusiasts.
