Entries tagged "definitions"

Native American Names, Art and Identity

Market Warriors | 10/08/12 at 12:52 p.m.

In Pasadena, CA, our pickers were tasked with finding Native American objects to sell at auction. On the surface, the task seemed simple enough, especially in the state that has the largest Native American population in the United States. Miller set out on a search for ancient pottery, while guest-Picker Bob Cirillo started hunting for tribal turquoise. But soon the Pickers found themselves searching for more than just a good bargain; they were also on a search for meaning — the meaning of the term Native American.

two southwest native american dolls. one red and wolf-like, the other yellow and more human looking

Collecting Art Pottery, Part 1: American Art Pottery

Bob Richter | 09/24/12 at 01:07 p.m.

Art pottery is likely one of the widest category of collecting on the map. As such, I own a great deal of it, and really do buy what I love — which often winds up being European, although I have a lot of great American pieces as well. By definition, art pottery is something that was created from clay, either by hand or by machine, for aesthetic value, as opposed to an object that was strictly utilitarian. In Antiquing in Brimfield, MA - Part 2 , our challenge was to find art pottery, and since we were heading to Cowan’s Auction House, which is based in Ohio, I had my eye out for pottery from that region. Ohio has a rich history with pottery with such companies as Roseville, Weller, Rookwood, McCoy, Zanesville, etc. all hailing from the state.

Why the Term "Art Glass" Isn't Crystal Clear

Market Warriors | 08/06/12 at 05:41 p.m.

During MARKET WARRIORS' antiquing adventure in Brimfield, Massachusetts , our pickers are tasked with finding a piece of unique art glass that will sparkle at auction.

From bottles to light bulbs, to windows and windshields — though we might not always notice, we're surrounded by glass. So, how does something we're so used to overlooking, or at least looking through, ever become recognized as art in its own right?

two pieces of art glass

Talk the Talk

Market Warriors | 07/31/12 at 12:00 a.m.

What makes someone a MARKET WARRIOR? Our pickers will tell you that if you want to walk the walk, first you have to know how to talk the talk. So if you're wondering what it means to be picker, or asking yourself, what in the world is bric-a-brac? Read on!

Talk the Talk