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Collecting Decorative Arts

Learn about collecting decorative arts, including glass, jewelry, ceramics, porcelain, textiles, and oriental rugs. Find links to online auctions and sources for antiques.

A Little Collection Goes a Long Way
Pamela Wiggins (About’s Antiques Guide) has an article about her personal experiences with collecting. It also includes helpful information about teaching children to appreciate and respect antiques and collectibles.

Antiques Roadshow - BBC
The British Antiques Roadshow! The BBC has a brilliant site that includes some familiar topics, and others that may come as a delightful surprise.

Antiques Roadshow - PBS
The online companion to the PBS television program, this site includes intriguing articles about antiques and collecting, as well as other useful information.

Skinner
Skinner is comprised of "auctioneers and appraisers of antiques and fine art" located in the Boston area. There is also a wealth of information on their site about collecting.

William Doyle Galleries
An informative site for antique connoisseurs from Doyle's "Auctioneers and Appraisers" in New York City.

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