Antique purple glass may have been made that way or changed later. Learn what sunlight, irradiation, and original colors mean when you buy.
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A new Etsy report says vintage sales are seeing strong growth, with collectible watches, furniture, and home decor among the categories standing out.
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A Golden Girls purse found at a thrift store sold for $192,000 at auction. Here’s why Sophia Petrillo’s handbag became so valuable.
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A drilled base and worn gilding did not keep one Legras vase from selling for $1,000. A second imperfect vase also beat its estimate.
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The Frist will bring French Art Nouveau and Art Deco jewelry, furniture, ceramics, glass, and more to Nashville in 2027.
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Lady head vases are charming, glamorous, and easy to underestimate. Here’s how to tell whether yours is a common shelf piece or a more collectible find.
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Modern Bungalow’s first furniture collection pairs Amish craftsmanship with coffee bars, wine storage, and Amsterdam School-inspired design.
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Learn how to research your house history using deeds, maps, directories, census records, and newspapers—and understand what each source proves.
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A new Met exhibition explores Val-Kill Industries, the furniture workshop Eleanor Roosevelt and three fellow reformers founded in 1926.
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The Original Alcoholics Anonymous Manuscript Just Sold for $2.4 Million—and It’s Going Home
The original Alcoholics Anonymous working manuscript sold for $2.393 million and will be displayed at Bill and Lois Wilson’s historic home.
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This 1920s punch recipe leans on citrus, mint, and a branded raspberry flavoring from the Watkins cookbook.
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This old-fashioned milk punch blends citrus, brandy, wine, and milk into a striking make-ahead party drink from The Southern Cookbook.