Most of us have at least one ?old? item that looks like it could be an antique, and most certainly collectible. But, we don?t always know what ?it? is exactly, or what its worth, and that can be the difference between a valuable treasure, and a treasure with more sentimental value. For aspiring and experienced collectors alike, the pricing and identifying answers you?re looking for, market insight you value, and beautiful auction-quality photos you admire, are in this history-marking price guide. Plus, the bonus DVD demonstrates what to look for and how to inspect pieces for indications of fakes and reproductions.
I am the former senior editor for antiques and collectibles books with Krause Publications in Iola, Wis. I conduct community events that involve appraisal of antiques, collectibles and decorative arts in the upper Midwest.
Since launching my Antique Appraisal Events in the summer of 2011, the response has been very gratifying. Libraries and historical societies from around the Midwest have embraced the concept and scheduled events, and institutions in Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota and Upper Michigan have also expressed interest.
I have been a contributing editor for Antique Trader magazine. I also served as editor of Antique Review East magazine; as producer of Atlantique City, an antique show held twice a year at the Atlantic City, N.J., Convention Center; and as editorial director of F+W Publications' Antiques Group.
I am the author or co-author of more than 25 books on antiques and collectibles, including the 800-page annual Warman's Antiques & Collectibles Price Guide 2012, the 45th edition.
The 45th edition of Warman's Antiques & Collectibles Price Guide is better than ever, and brings a fresh, 21st-century perspective to the collecting world.
The list of auction houses features more than 70 businesses from coast to coast, covering hundreds of collecting categories. The number of consulting experts in various fields has also grown, and I've included new sections on both established and emerging collecting areas.
An important returning feature is a focus on the "Future of the Markets," advising collectors on where the experts are putting their money and why.
Other titles include:
Antique Trader Guide to Oriental Antiques
Antique Trader Furniture Price Guide
Antique Trader Clock Guide
Antique Trader Guide to Metalware
Warman's Antiques & Collectibles Price Guide, 43rd Edition, 2010
Warman's Antiques & Collectibles Price Guide, 44rd Edition, 2011
Warman's Antiques & Collectibles, 45th Edition, 2012
Warman's Fenton Glass: Identification and Price Guide
Warman's Fenton Glass, Vol. 2: Identification and Price Guide
Warman's Guide to Majolica Pottery
Warman's Arts and Crafts Furniture: Identification and Price Guide
Warman's Country Antiques: Identification and Price Guide
Warman's Fiesta Ware: Identification and Price Guide
Warman's Gas Station Collectibles: Identification and Price Guide
Warman's McCoy Pottery: Identification and Price Guide
Warman's Companion, McCoy Pottery: Identification and Price Guide
Warman's McCoy Pottery, Vol. 2: Identification and Price Guide
Warman's Red Wing Pottery: Identification and Price Guide
Warman's Roseville Pottery: Identification and Price Guide
Warman's Guide to Vintage Cookie Jars
Warman's Guide to Lalique Glass
Warman's Guide to Tobacco Antiques and Collectibles
Warman's Guide to Sterling Flatware
Warman's Guide to Dolls, Vintage to Modern
Warman's Vintage Salt & Peppershakers
Formerly an antique dealer, I bought and sold antiques for more than 30 years, specializing in vintage folk art, Americana and fine art. I was also a newspaper editor and reporter for three decades.
I have been active as an appraiser of antiques and fine art for more than 20 years, and am currently associated with Landmarks Gallery and Restoration Studio in Milwaukee.
