Articles Index
The Jewelry of Louis Comfort Tiffany
Curious about the jewelry crafted under the supervision of Louis Comfort Tiffany? Learn more about it here.
Identifying Eastlake Furniture
Wondering exactly what Eastlake furniture looks like? This step-by-step feature will answer your questions.
Quilts and Other Textiles Made of Cigarette Silks
Cigarette silks, a type of tobacciana, were used to fashion quilts and other textiles at the turn of the 20th century. See what they look like here.
Cigar Ribbon Textiles and Quilts
Thrifty homemakers around the turn of the 20th century used ribbons that held together bundles of cigars to fashion quilts and textiles. See examples of this early repurposing here.
A Visit to the Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art in Winter Park, Florida holds many decorative arts treasures, including a vast collection of pieces crafted by Louis Comfort Tiffany.
Tiffany Chapel at the Morse Museum of American Art
The Morse Museum of American Art in Winter Park, Florida holds one of the most comprehensive collections of works by Louis Comfort Tiffany, including the Tiffany Chapel which originated at the Chicago 1893 World's Columbian Exposition.
Remembering Louis Comfort Tiffany's Laurelton Hall
Gone since the 1950s but certainly not forgotten by fans of Louis Comfort Tiffany's decorative arts, this feature highlights the grandeur of his the known as Laurelton Hall.
Foiling Fakers in the 1800s
Think fakes and counterfeits are a modern concept? See some cigarette labels, the first used in product labeling, that helped foil fakers in the 1800s.
Colored Antique Glass - What Gave It Those Beautiful Hues?
Ever wonder what gives glass, antique glass in particular, those lovely hues? Find out more about how glass is made and colored here.
Gebruder Heubach - Dolls, Figurines, Piano Babies and Christmas Decor
Discover the varied wares manufactured by the German company Gebruder Heubach including dolls, piano babies and Christmas decorations.
Revival Furniture Styles Popular in the Victorian Era
The 19th century saw wave after wave of Revival styles, as furniture makers systematically pillaged the past for ideas. A description of several Revival styles beloved by the Victorians.
Hot Ice: Fifth Annual New York Antique Jewelry & Watch Show
Some of the jewelry offered at the Fifth Annual New York Antique Jewelry & Watch Show held in July 2011.
Shoe Styles Through the Decades
Whether you're a true shoe collector, vintage clothing enthusiast, or into historical reenactment (for Halloween or otherwise!), you'll enjoy this parade of footwear styles as seen through old magazine advertisements.
Ladies Home Journal in 1904
What can you learn about history from an old magazine? Plenty, when it's an issue of Ladies Home Journal from 1904. See how it pertains to womens history, advertising history, and publishing history.
Three Types of Toleware
Toleware refers to items and objets made of tin ware that has been japanned or lacquered, and adorned with a picture or design. Also known as tôle peinte (French for “painted sheet iron”), painted tin, or simply tole, the technique was applied to a variety of household things – from humble utilitarian household ones to decorative fixtures – and in a range of styles. Here are three distinct faces of toleware from England, France and America.
Extreme Loft Home
Although this extreme loft home is no longer decorated as shown here, it was once a real showplace for its former owners. Take a tour of this beautiful Taylor, Texas loft as it once appeared on HGTV's Extreme Homes.
The Five Stickleys
In early 20th-century America, there were four different companies bearing the name Stickley. Here’s a breakdown of them, with their sample wares – illustrating the evolution of furniture styles, especially within the Arts and Crafts movement.
The Jewelry of Van Cleef & Arpels
"Set in Style: The Jewelry of Van Cleef & Arpels" at the Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum in New York highlights the creations of the 115-year old Parisian firm, whose bold and beautiful, innovative and often-imitated pieces have adorned many a socialite and celebrity. The exhibition, which runs February 18-June 5, 2011, divides the Van Cleef & Arpels oeuvre into several categories -- all the better to capture its unique style and appeal.
Marner Heart Lampwork Glass Stones
These unique heart-shaped lampwork glass beads were patented by Marner and used in designs sold to a number of well-known costume jewelry houses.
Loveseats: Couches, Chairs and Sofas Built For Two
Can furniture be romantic - beyond the obvious (the bed)? Well, yes: for almost as long as people have been making furniture, they've been making furniture built for two. Here are some examples of sexy seats throughout the centuries.
How to Identify Juliana Jewelry
Juliana jewelry, made by DeLizza & Elster, was originally signed with only a paper hang tag. However, you can learn to identify Juliana by looking at the construction and materials used to craft these collectible pieces of vintage costume jewelry.
Identifying Victorian Black Jewelry
How to recognize black jet, often used for Victorian mourning jewelry. The qualities of black jet jewelry.
Ghoul Jewels - Learning About Memento Mori
Long before bikers made it popular, long before designers like Tarina Tarantino and Tom Binns made it chic, jewelry with skull, skeleton and other macabre motifs was quite the rage. A range of antique jewels, aka memento mori, with ghoulish themes.
City Wide Garage Sale - Austin, Texas
For decades now shoppers interested in antiques and vintage items have enjoyed City Wide Garage Sale in Austin, Texas. See what you can expect to find from month to month at this legendary indoor flea market.
Tomei and Alba Wear Fine Vintage Jewelry to Costume Institute Gala
Marisa Tomei and Jessica Alba Wear Fine Vintage Jewelry to Costume Institute Gala - Vintage Jewelry and Clothing Worn by Marisa Tomio and Jessica Alba to the Costume Institute Gala