Where did snuff bottles come from? Before the exploration of the Americas in the early 1400’s tobacco was unknown to Europeans, however after the discovery of this product in the late 15th century, tobacco usage caught on quickly, and people created simple boxes to keep the valuable powder dry. Portuguese sailors brought tobacco to the […]
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Antique and modern bronzes are both very valuable assets and decorations for a home. Whether you have antiques or modern bronzes, either one is a great piece or collection to have as a part of how you throw dinner parties, what serving utensils you use during the holidays, or even the decorations that turn your […]
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How Matisse Developed His Cut Out Sculptures Henri Matisse was born in 1869 and was a French draughtsman, printmaker and sculptor known for his use of color, but he was most widely known as a painter. Matisse was born in Le Cateau-Cambresis in the Nord department of northern France. He was the oldest son of […]
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You’ve spent years adding items to your antiqued bronze collection, and now you’re ready to cash in on your investment. However, you might not have any idea where to start. Now that you have this beautiful collection, what should you do to actually make money off of it? Know What Your Item is Worth In […]
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The Bronze Age was known as a time where men learned how to mine and smelt both copper and tin to make bronze weapons and tools. These weapons and tools were necessary in the Bronze Age when people were learning how to farm and produce high volumes of food that could feed workers such as […]
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