If you're researching the style of a piece of antique furniture, looking at the feet is a great place to start. Foot styles can also help you determine the age of old furniture, since different foot styles were popular during varying periods. Read more...

I was surprised recently when I ran across American art glass book that included some misinformation about Durand art glass. In fact, I didn't realize what I had read there about the company wasn't true until I did a bit of investigating elsewhere. My sleuthing led me to find out the real name of the company that produced this beautiful glass, who co-founded the company, and when all this came about. Read more...

I recently read about an increased interest in "mantiques" in Great Britain via The Wall Street Journal. The feature cited these types of antiques as being artifacts and interesting objects gathered on travels to add interest and personality to living spaces. I personally see mantiques as collectibles that tend to interest men more often than women, and I've cited a few examples in a related feature. Read more...

Necklace is a good overall descriptive term for a piece of jewelry worn around the neck. But if you're searching for a specific necklace style, or trying to sell one, then it helps to know the correct terminology. And, some styles fit into more than one category. Take the choker as an example. It's a type of necklace, but there are also several styles that fall under the choker category. Read more...