![[Detail] Tiffany Studios Black-eyed Susan Mosiac Glass Table Lamp, Art glass and patinated bronze, New York, early 20th century (Lot 46, Estimate $20,000-$30,000)](http://www.skinnerinc.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/2661B-151071-1-mosaic-glass-lamp-cover-150x150.jpg "[Detail] Tiffany Studios Black-eyed Susan Mosiac Glass Table Lamp, Art glass and patinated bronze, New York, early 20th century (Lot 46, Estimate $20,000-$30,000)")
BOSTON, Mass. – May 22, 2013 – Skinner, Inc. will host an auction of Fine Books & Manuscripts on June 1st in its Boston gallery. The sale will feature a large group of Audubon imperial folio prints of North …
Fine Art Consignment Days
Please join us for our monthly consignment event. Specialists from the Fine Art department will provide complimentary verbal appraisals for paintings, prints, works on paper, sculpture, and photography.
Boston, Mass. – May 20, 2013 – Skinner, Inc. announced the launch of its newly designed website: www.skinnerinc.com. Skinner was one of the first auction houses to provide internet services, introducing interactive features and online bidding in the early …
The Skinner Fine Silver Department is coming to the Greenwich Historical Society on Tuesday, June 11.
Skinner Auctioneer Marie Keep will serve as auctioneer for the Berkshire Museum Wine Gala & Auction. The net proceeds from this biennial event which began in 1993 support the Berkshire Museum’s innovative education programs that provide more than 16,000 educational experiences in the arts and natural science for local schoolchildren each year.
MARLBOROUGH, Mass. – May 10, 2013 – Skinner, Inc. will host a two-day Discovery auction on May 22nd and 23rd in its Marlborough gallery. The first day of the sale will feature rare and antique dolls, vintage toys, collectibles and …
As a material culture historian, I see historically important, meaningful objects every day. Every once in a while, I have the privilege to handle something that just blows me away. The temporary grave marker, letters, bible, and other objects related …
Have you ever heard of the jewelry firm Marcus & Co.? If not, you’re not alone. While Cartier and Tiffany are household names synonymous with luxury jewelry, Marcus & Co. is not. Yet this designer of fine jewelry deserves its …
![[reverse] Egyptian Revival 18kt Gold, Turquoise, and Enamel Pendant Necklace, Marcus & Co. (Lot 587, Estimate $8,000-$12,000)](http://www.skinnerinc.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/2659B-587-marcus-and-co-jewelry-signed-e1369237731942-150x150.jpg "[reverse] Egyptian Revival 18kt Gold, Turquoise, and Enamel Pendant Necklace, Marcus & Co. (Lot 587, Estimate $8,000-$12,000)")
What image do the words “Tiffany lamp” conjure in your mind’s eye? You probably see a colorful, mosaic glass lamp on a patinated bronze base with a floral or geometric motif, or perhaps some dragonflies.
The fact that “Tiffany” tends …
During bright and sunny spring and summer days, most of us can’t wait to get outside at the end of a workday. One thing that makes my weekends last just a little longer through May and June is the Corporate …
Pappy Van Winkle bourbon has popped up recently in articles extolling its desirability and scarcity. There is even a documentary film, Chasing Pappy, about one man’s quest for the elusive libation. Long considered one of the finest bourbons available, this …
As a boy, I spent most of my time hanging around at Minute Man National Historical Park (MMNHP). Patriot’s Day was almost like Christmas to me — I couldn’t wait to go to all the events. Now I spend much of my free time presenting living history programs at MMNHP, and I’m a member of the Public Ceremonies and Celebrations Committee in Concord.
