https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/antique-auction-forum--6901930enVisual ArtsCopyright Martin Willishttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/aa64cd3acc008bf42b4cad3edf08bce2.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/antique-auction-forum--6901930Sat, 09 May 2026 19:01:09 +0000Martin WillisMartin Willisfeeds@spreaker.comBringing you audio podcast interviews focusing on the full range of collecting antiques, art, decorative art as well as auctions and the history of it all. We conduct interviews with Auctioneers, Artists, Antique Dealers, Art Dealers, Appraisers,...falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/208-margaret-schwartz-modern-antiquarian--71819516https://www.modernantiquarian.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71819516Sat, 09 May 2026 19:00:02 +0000Martin WillisMargaret Schwartz, known as The Modern Antiquarian, joins me to talk about how she went from a spontaneous antiques tour to filling a 20 foot container in a single day and launching a successful business. We discuss what it really takes to learn the...https://www.modernantiquarian.com]]>2531false208fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/207-1-start-turns-into-200-000-rare-bible--71503948
John McInnis Auctioneers: https://www.mcinnisauctions.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71503948Mon, 20 Apr 2026 22:09:36 +0000Martin WillisWhat started as just another estate auction turned into one of the most shocking results I’ve ever seen. A worn, heavily used 18th-century Bible, something most people would overlook, ended up selling for nearly $200,000. And the most incredible part?...
John McInnis Auctioneers: https://www.mcinnisauctions.com]]>2161false206fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/206-the-lasting-marks-of-human-hands--70490069https://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=9144Sun, 01 Mar 2026 15:33:54 +0000Martin WillisIn this reflective episode, Martin explores how antiques connect us to the forgotten lives of the past. A chance discovery of a granite canal post near a historic 1790 house sparks a deeper meditation on craftsmanship, stewardship, and legacy. From...456falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/205-smartphones-vs-18th-century-furniture-my-kids-don-t-want-my-antiques--70490072https://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=9138Fri, 27 Feb 2026 23:30:40 +0000Martin WillisThis is a short podcast on my observation. Each week I hear the same unsettling phrase: “My kids don’t want my antiques.” It’s a reflection of a larger shift — fewer young people feel emotionally connected to the objects of the past, and categories...376falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/204-brown-furniture-isn-t-dead-a-boston-masterpiece-sets-a-new-benchmark--70490080John McInnis Auctioneers in Amesbury, where competitive bidding pushed this exceptional piece into record territory. Joining the conversation is Martin’s good friend, Peter Sawyer—and the underbidder on the piece—who offers a rare behind-the-scenes perspective on what made this linen press so important, why serious collectors recognized its significance, and how quality, provenance, and condition can still ignite intense demand. Peter also noted that when an object comes to market combining condition, quality, form, rarity, and limited availability, buyers would be wise to pay close attention. Together, they explore what this sale signals for the future of Boston furniture and whether reports of “brown furniture’s death” have been greatly exaggerated. YOUTUBE VIDEO]]>https://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=9131Sat, 03 Jan 2026 20:34:09 +0000Martin WillisA Boston mahogany linen press has just shattered expectations, soaring to a price level rarely seen in today’s market for American brown furniture. In this episode, Martin breaks down the remarkable sale at https://www.mcinnisauctions.com/ in...John McInnis Auctioneers in Amesbury, where competitive bidding pushed this exceptional piece into record territory. Joining the conversation is Martin’s good friend, Peter Sawyer—and the underbidder on the piece—who offers a rare behind-the-scenes perspective on what made this linen press so important, why serious collectors recognized its significance, and how quality, provenance, and condition can still ignite intense demand. Peter also noted that when an object comes to market combining condition, quality, form, rarity, and limited availability, buyers would be wise to pay close attention. Together, they explore what this sale signals for the future of Boston furniture and whether reports of “brown furniture’s death” have been greatly exaggerated. YOUTUBE VIDEO]]>756falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/203-linda-zimmermann-on-civil-war-soldier-albion-brooks--70490076 Martin sits down with author and historian Linda Zimmermann to explore her powerful new book, A Civil War Soldier and Me—the true story of Sgt. Albion Brooks of the 8th Connecticut Volunteers. Over the course of 30 years, Linda traced Albion’s life through original letters, diaries, and family papers spanning three generations. In this conversation, she and Martin discuss how a single Civil War soldier became a personal obsession, starting with a dusty trunk of documents and leading to thousands of miles of battlefield travel. You’ll hear about:

• Albion’s journey from Maine and Bridgeport, CT to the front lines
• His experiences at Antietam, Fredericksburg, Suffolk, Burnside’s North Carolina Expedition, Drury’s Bluff, Bermuda Hundred, and Cold Harbor
• What his letters reveal about courage, humor, faith, and the emotional weight of war
• Linda’s immersive battlefield visits that retrace where he marched, fought, and died
• Albion’s final hours at Cold Harbor, as recorded by the chaplain who stood at his bedside
• Martin also shares a brief anecdote about his own Civil War–era family history, adding another personal layer to the discussion

If you’re drawn to personal soldier stories, Civil War history, or the emotional power of original letters and diaries, this episode of The Everything Else Show offers a rare, intimate look at one young man whose words still speak across 160 years. SHOW NOTES Podcaster Martin Willis' great, great, great grandfather: William James Hipp (b. ~1842, SC; d. 1902, GA) served in Company F, 44th South Carolina, and He lost his arm at the Battle of Frazier’s Farm (Glendale, Virginia) in 1862. Furniture made with one arm below. http://antiqueauctionforum.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/albion.mp4]]>https://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=9119Fri, 05 Dec 2025 02:33:06 +0000Martin Willis Martin sits down with author and historian Linda Zimmermann to explore her powerful new book, A Civil War Soldier and Me—the true story of Sgt. Albion Brooks of the 8th Connecticut Volunteers. Over the course of 30 years, Linda traced Albion’s life... Martin sits down with author and historian Linda Zimmermann to explore her powerful new book, A Civil War Soldier and Me—the true story of Sgt. Albion Brooks of the 8th Connecticut Volunteers. Over the course of 30 years, Linda traced Albion’s life through original letters, diaries, and family papers spanning three generations. In this conversation, she and Martin discuss how a single Civil War soldier became a personal obsession, starting with a dusty trunk of documents and leading to thousands of miles of battlefield travel. You’ll hear about:

• Albion’s journey from Maine and Bridgeport, CT to the front lines
• His experiences at Antietam, Fredericksburg, Suffolk, Burnside’s North Carolina Expedition, Drury’s Bluff, Bermuda Hundred, and Cold Harbor
• What his letters reveal about courage, humor, faith, and the emotional weight of war
• Linda’s immersive battlefield visits that retrace where he marched, fought, and died
• Albion’s final hours at Cold Harbor, as recorded by the chaplain who stood at his bedside
• Martin also shares a brief anecdote about his own Civil War–era family history, adding another personal layer to the discussion

If you’re drawn to personal soldier stories, Civil War history, or the emotional power of original letters and diaries, this episode of The Everything Else Show offers a rare, intimate look at one young man whose words still speak across 160 years. SHOW NOTES Podcaster Martin Willis' great, great, great grandfather: William James Hipp (b. ~1842, SC; d. 1902, GA) served in Company F, 44th South Carolina, and He lost his arm at the Battle of Frazier’s Farm (Glendale, Virginia) in 1862. Furniture made with one arm below. http://antiqueauctionforum.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/albion.mp4]]>4687falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/202-why-antiques-matter-with-johanna-mcbrien--70490082https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVB-tb1GOfk ), also she talks about what’s hot (and what’s not) in the antiques market, why you should collect what you love instead of chasing value, and how the loss of historical education is putting our connection to antiques at risk. For Johanna, it’s simple: when antiques lose their stories, they lose their soul. Tune in for a thoughtful, engaging chat about why history matters—and why understanding the past is essential to preserving the beauty and relevance of antiques today. Johanna is the currently t executive director of the Dedham Museum and Archive.]]>https://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=9104Thu, 24 Apr 2025 20:58:43 +0000Martin WillisIn this episode, we’re joined by Johanna McBrien who has worked in the field for more than 40 years in the antiques, publishing, and museum fields. From Historic New England to teaching at RISD and Boston Architectural College, Johanna has spent her...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVB-tb1GOfk ), also she talks about what’s hot (and what’s not) in the antiques market, why you should collect what you love instead of chasing value, and how the loss of historical education is putting our connection to antiques at risk. For Johanna, it’s simple: when antiques lose their stories, they lose their soul. Tune in for a thoughtful, engaging chat about why history matters—and why understanding the past is essential to preserving the beauty and relevance of antiques today. Johanna is the currently t executive director of the Dedham Museum and Archive.]]>3111falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/201-fire-buckets-the-borden-limner--70490086John S. Blunt's work! John S. Blunt, Portsmouth (1798-1835)Related Blog With Images]]>https://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=9090Sat, 07 Dec 2024 19:06:49 +0000Martin WillisThe Single Portrait Martin grew up near historic Portsmouth, New Hampshire—a treasure trove of Colonial-era antiques and stories. In the 1980s, he uncovered a set of stunning fire buckets and portraits linked to local artist John S. Blunt. With help...John S. Blunt's work! John S. Blunt, Portsmouth (1798-1835)Related Blog With Images]]>1030falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/200-jake-sconyers-the-boston-molasses-disaster--70490130jacobsconyers.com I like to take pictures. I take pictures of Boston, of my adventures, of breaking news, of animals, and flowers, and sunsets. I post the decent ones on this site. You can consider this the canonical site for Jacob Sconyers. https://www.hubhistory.com/ My wife and I host a weekly podcast. It’s our way of sharing our favorite stories from Boston’s history. https://historycamp.org/ History Camp is an unconference for history, founded in the Boston area and expanding beyond. I built and maintain their website, as well as helping to organize monthly history events for History Camp enthusiasts. Firemen stand in thick molasses after the disaster in 1919. The Great Molasses Flood in Boston's North End killed 21 people and injured 150.]]>https://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=9059Fri, 06 Sep 2024 00:42:21 +0000Martin WillisThe 1919 Molasses Flood was a tragic and significant event in the history of Boston’s North End, reflecting the challenges of a rapidly changing city after World War I. In this episode, Jake Sconyers from the HUB History podcast delves into the...jacobsconyers.com I like to take pictures. I take pictures of Boston, of my adventures, of breaking news, of animals, and flowers, and sunsets. I post the decent ones on this site. You can consider this the canonical site for Jacob Sconyers. https://www.hubhistory.com/ My wife and I host a weekly podcast. It’s our way of sharing our favorite stories from Boston’s history. https://historycamp.org/ History Camp is an unconference for history, founded in the Boston area and expanding beyond. I built and maintain their website, as well as helping to organize monthly history events for History Camp enthusiasts. Firemen stand in thick molasses after the disaster in 1919. The Great Molasses Flood in Boston's North End killed 21 people and injured 150.]]>3666falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/199-martin-willis-my-life-with-antiques--70490111https://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=9045Mon, 05 Aug 2024 01:55:31 +0000Martin WillisFirst ever monologue discussing how I got into antiques, and the adventure along the way. From digging bottles, a 1964 garage sale, to my dad auctioning for the first time by replacing a drunken auctioneer. Let's not forget a $300k rug fragment that...2048falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/198-former-fbi-art-crime-recover-agent-robert-k-wittman--70490071Priceless: How I Went Undercover to Rescue the World’s Stolen Treasures. He has fascinating stories. https://www.robertwittmaninc.com/ In 2008, after 20 years with the FBI, Robert Wittman retired from the Bureau and brought his expertise to the private sector. He sought to create a Security and Recovery Consulting firm that would draw on his unique investigative experience to protect its clients from losses related to theft, fraud or forgery. Since its inception, Robert Wittman Inc. has grown far beyond its original vision, providing protection and recovery services to more than 100 public and private collections worldwide. Robert Wittman Inc. continues to proudly serve a diverse portfolio of institutions, auction houses, collectors, galleries, insurance companies and Nations committed to protecting their cultural assets. Martin's mentioning of the Declaration of Independence almost forgotten when Washington was burning: "Pleasonton acquired several coarse linen bags, and filled them with all the Department's records. This included the still-unpublished secret journals of Congress, the commission and correspondence of George Washington, the Articles of Confederation, the United States Constitutionand all the treaties, laws, and correspondence of the department made since 1789. He had all of this placed in coarse linen sacks and carted to a grist mill two miles beyond Georgetown. Before he left, he noticed the Declaration of Independence had been forgotten and was still hanging in its frame on the wall, and took that as well." Robert's Story on Dolly Madison saving the George Washington Portrait ]]>https://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=9037Fri, 19 Jul 2024 00:28:11 +0000Martin WillisRobert K. Wittman had a remarkable career as an FBI agent for 20 years, from 1988 to 2008. Specializing in art theft and cultural property crime, Robert became the FBI’s go-to expert for these types of cases. His impressive work undercover led to the...Priceless: How I Went Undercover to Rescue the World’s Stolen Treasures. He has fascinating stories. https://www.robertwittmaninc.com/ In 2008, after 20 years with the FBI, Robert Wittman retired from the Bureau and brought his expertise to the private sector. He sought to create a Security and Recovery Consulting firm that would draw on his unique investigative experience to protect its clients from losses related to theft, fraud or forgery. Since its inception, Robert Wittman Inc. has grown far beyond its original vision, providing protection and recovery services to more than 100 public and private collections worldwide. Robert Wittman Inc. continues to proudly serve a diverse portfolio of institutions, auction houses, collectors, galleries, insurance companies and Nations committed to protecting their cultural assets. Martin's mentioning of the Declaration of Independence almost forgotten when Washington was burning: "Pleasonton acquired several coarse linen bags, and filled them with all the Department's records. This included the still-unpublished secret journals of Congress, the commission and correspondence of George Washington, the Articles of Confederation, the United States Constitutionand all the treaties, laws, and correspondence of the department made since 1789. He had all of this placed in coarse linen sacks and carted to a grist mill two miles beyond Georgetown. Before he left, he noticed the Declaration of Independence had been forgotten and was still hanging in its frame on the wall, and took that as well." Robert's Story on Dolly Madison saving the George Washington Portrait ]]>3595falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/197-dan-carlin-replay--70490079HARDCORE HISTORY'S Dan Carlin, a fascinating guest who's podcast still holds up after 11 years. Dan talks about prep for his shows, the predictable things that happen when you reflect on history and much more.]]>https://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=9015Wed, 27 Oct 2021 15:13:53 +0000Martin Willis2010 interview with https://www.dancarlin.com/hardcore-history-series/ Dan Carlin, a fascinating guest who's podcast still holds up after 11 years. Dan talks about prep for his shows, the predictable things that happen when you reflect on history and...HARDCORE HISTORY'S Dan Carlin, a fascinating guest who's podcast still holds up after 11 years. Dan talks about prep for his shows, the predictable things that happen when you reflect on history and much more.]]>2146falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/196-art-guard-bill-anderson--70490118http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=8982Sat, 27 Mar 2021 11:26:36 +0000Martin WillisFounder of Art Guard, Bill Anderson discusses the art theft market, as well as Art Guard’s system which is dedicated to protecting anything that’s valuable and portable. A system that is always on, operating discreetly in the background, managed from...1682falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/195-adam-zimmerman-new-york-antiques-dealer--70490074Syl-Lee Antiques]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=8950Mon, 08 Feb 2021 16:54:59 +0000Martin WillisAdam discusses the antiques business today in the New York City surroundings, an area of exodus, the merchandise available and how to handle things as a buyer and seller in a COVID restricted environment. Check out his website:...Syl-Lee Antiques]]>1551falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/194-stephen-schofield-on-coins-stamps--70490134http://www.centennialauctions.com/]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=8915Thu, 19 Nov 2020 17:45:25 +0000Martin WillisMartin Willis interviews longtime friend Stephen Schofield on coins and stamps, and how rare are rare coins? What about collecting stamps? What to do for more information about what dad or grandad may have stashed away. Who to trust and what the...http://www.centennialauctions.com/]]>3151falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/193-maine-artist-david-vickery--70490075http://www.dvickery.com/https://www.dowlingwalsh.com/artists/david-vickery]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=8902Wed, 07 Oct 2020 00:59:26 +0000Martin WillisOne of Maine's noted artists, David Vickery discusses his path on becoming an artist by first looking through a camera lens, what challenges him and what inspires him. Check out his Varieties of Maine Realism at:...http://www.dvickery.com/https://www.dowlingwalsh.com/artists/david-vickery]]>1975falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/192-brimfield-online--70490077https://feelthebrim.com/https://www.facebook.com/groups/BrimfieldOnline/]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=8894Thu, 07 May 2020 19:59:07 +0000Martin WillisMartin Willis speaks with Mike Lord & Justin Nash who decided that they were not going to let one of the country's largest antiques shows not happen during the virus, so they created an online event to rival the experience of being there. Gates...https://feelthebrim.com/https://www.facebook.com/groups/BrimfieldOnline/]]>1516falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/191-owls-head-transportation-museum--70490078http://owlshead.org  http://owlshead.org/collections/category/aircraft http://owlshead.org/collections/category/automobiles http://owlshead.org/collections/category/motorcycles http://owlshead.org/collections/category/carriages http://owlshead.org/collections/category/bicycles]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=8890Sat, 25 Apr 2020 00:09:02 +0000Martin WillisCurator, Rob Verbsky on the collection of planes, antique cars, motorcycles, memorabilia and more. What is considered transportation, interesting stories, the rarest of the collection, how it all began, the future and more. Check out these related...http://owlshead.org  http://owlshead.org/collections/category/aircraft http://owlshead.org/collections/category/automobiles http://owlshead.org/collections/category/motorcycles http://owlshead.org/collections/category/carriages http://owlshead.org/collections/category/bicycles]]>2615false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/190-auction-houses-coping-with-covid-19--70490137www.skinnerinc.com https://www.cowanauctions.comhttps://clars.com https://www.gregwillettantiques.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=8884Sat, 04 Apr 2020 20:47:45 +0000Martin WillisInterviews with auction houses around the country on the new reality of "Online Only Auctions", with Stephen Fletcher of Skinner Auctioneers in Boston; Wes Cowan of Cowan's Auctions, Ohio; Rick Unruh of Clars Auction Gallery, Oakland, CA and Greg...www.skinnerinc.com https://www.cowanauctions.comhttps://clars.com https://www.gregwillettantiques.com]]>4412false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/189-richard-wright-david-rago--70490081https://www.ragoarts.com/ https://www.wright20.com/Show Notes and Transcript]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=8842Tue, 11 Feb 2020 19:11:07 +0000Martin WillisInterview with Richard Wright and David Rago about their Rago/Wright merger, how it is expanding business and their perspectives on material they handle, such as buying, selling and collecting in the current market. Check out the websites:...https://www.ragoarts.com/ https://www.wright20.com/Show Notes and Transcript]]>2100false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/188-jim-craig-on-carver-john-h-bellamy--70490073Jim Craig joins us for a fascinating interview on the finest American eagle carver of all time, John Haley Bellamy.  Check out the  Facebook Page.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7773Fri, 27 Sep 2019 20:53:57 +0000Martin WillisAuthor, http://james-craig.frankviningsmith.com/ joins us for a fascinating interview on the finest American eagle carver of all time, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Haley_Bellamy.  Check out the  https://www.facebook.com/johnhaley.bellamy?fref=tsJim Craig joins us for a fascinating interview on the finest American eagle carver of all time, John Haley Bellamy.  Check out the  Facebook Page.]]>2470false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/186-jim-griff-griffith-ebay-today--70490092The Official eBay Bible, the authoritative eBay guide for the beginning bidder, seller, and professional entrepreneur as well as host of eBay Radio. For more information, join our eBay Radio Group: http://www.ebayradio.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=8789Mon, 23 Apr 2018 21:46:43 +0000Martin WillisA delightful conversation with Jim "Griff'" Griffith on eBay today, trends, added enhancements and the changes that social media bring to the platform. Starting with one person in a condo in 1995, growing to a global market of buyers and sellers...The Official eBay Bible, the authoritative eBay guide for the beginning bidder, seller, and professional entrepreneur as well as host of eBay Radio. For more information, join our eBay Radio Group: http://www.ebayradio.com]]>3324falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/185-dr-anne-laure-bandle--70490093The Sale of Misattributed Artworks and Antiques at Auction  Some amazing cases of sleepers, jackpots and the legality of it all. Dr. Anne Laure Bandle is an attorney-at-law at the lawfim Borel & Barbey in Geneva where she advises clients in matters related to works of art, copyright, contracts, estate planning, foundations and trusts.  Anne Laure Bandle website: https://www.artsandlaw.ch/]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=8441Sat, 03 Mar 2018 18:45:54 +0000Martin WillisAnne Laure Bandle joins us from Geneva and discusses the fascinating topic of her 2016 book: https://www.e-elgar.com/shop/the-sale-of-misattributed-artworks-and-antiques-at-auctionSome amazing cases of sleepers, jackpots and the legality of it all....The Sale of Misattributed Artworks and Antiques at Auction  Some amazing cases of sleepers, jackpots and the legality of it all. Dr. Anne Laure Bandle is an attorney-at-law at the lawfim Borel & Barbey in Geneva where she advises clients in matters related to works of art, copyright, contracts, estate planning, foundations and trusts.  Anne Laure Bandle website: https://www.artsandlaw.ch/]]>4151falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/184-martin-kemp-on-da-vinci-s-salvator-mundi--70490097Martin Kemp, who helped authenticate the $450 million Salvator Mundi talks about what it was like behind the scenes exploring the authenticity, the depth of the work, emotional quality and more. He later discusses the ongoing speculation of the buyer, (the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia?) where it may end up (possibly the Louvre Abu Dhabi) as well as other aspects of Leonardo's work. He will be writing a book on this particular work soon, which you will find on his website: www.martinjkemp.com He said that he knew immediately upon first viewing the restored painting that it was the work of Leonardo: "It's got that kind of uncanny vortex, as if the hair is a living, moving substance, or like water, which is what Leonardo said hair was like. However skilled Leonardo's followers and imitators might have been, none of them reached out into such realms of "philosophical and subtle speculation". We cannot reasonably doubt that here, we are in the presence of the painter from Vinci. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salvator_Mundi_(Leonardo) Bio: Martin Kemp is Emeritus Research Professor in the History of Art at Oxford University. He has written and broadcast extensively on imagery in art and science from the Renaissance to the present day. He speaks on issues of visualisation and lateral thinking to a wide range of audiences. Leonardo da Vinci has been the subject of books written by him, including Leonardo (Oxford University Press 2004). He has published on imagery in the sciences of anatomy, natural history and optics, including The Science of Art: Optical Themes in Western Art from Brunelleschi to Seurat (Yale University Press). SOURCE: http://www.martinjkemp.com/welcome.html]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=8414Sat, 09 Dec 2017 16:59:34 +0000Martin WillisLive Streamed on YouTube, One of the world's leading Leonardo experts, http://www.martinjkemp.com/, who helped authenticate the $http://www.christies.com/features/Leonardo-and-Post-War-results-New-York-8729-3.aspx talks about what it was like behind...Martin Kemp, who helped authenticate the $450 million Salvator Mundi talks about what it was like behind the scenes exploring the authenticity, the depth of the work, emotional quality and more. He later discusses the ongoing speculation of the buyer, (the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia?) where it may end up (possibly the Louvre Abu Dhabi) as well as other aspects of Leonardo's work. He will be writing a book on this particular work soon, which you will find on his website: www.martinjkemp.com He said that he knew immediately upon first viewing the restored painting that it was the work of Leonardo: "It's got that kind of uncanny vortex, as if the hair is a living, moving substance, or like water, which is what Leonardo said hair was like. However skilled Leonardo's followers and imitators might have been, none of them reached out into such realms of "philosophical and subtle speculation". We cannot reasonably doubt that here, we are in the presence of the painter from Vinci. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salvator_Mundi_(Leonardo) Bio: Martin Kemp is Emeritus Research Professor in the History of Art at Oxford University. He has written and broadcast extensively on imagery in art and science from the Renaissance to the present day. He speaks on issues of visualisation and lateral thinking to a wide range of audiences. Leonardo da Vinci has been the subject of books written by him, including Leonardo (Oxford University Press 2004). He has published on imagery in the sciences of anatomy, natural history and optics, including The Science of Art: Optical Themes in Western Art from Brunelleschi to Seurat (Yale University Press). SOURCE: http://www.martinjkemp.com/welcome.html]]>4111falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/183-andy-warhol-attic-find--70490127Source Auction results will be posted. PRICES REALIZED of a few highlights, including the 23% buyer’s premium: Lot 40. Andy Warhol broken canvas, “Abstraction – Gift to Jon Gould” sculpture: $369,000; Lot 44. Andy Warhol, ‘NY Post’ crumpled sculpture: $43,050; Lot 48. Andy Warhol charcoal drawing, “Body Builder”: $43,050 and Lot 52. Andy Warhol stitched photo collage “Jon Gould”: $61,500 plus so much more.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=8320Sat, 02 Dec 2017 01:21:20 +0000Martin WillisIt has been awhile, glad to be back! Martin talks live streaming with Dan Meader at John McInnis Auctioneers in Amesbury, MA. about a hidden and unknown Andy Warhol work find in a New England family attic. “I’m trudging along, it’s 150 degrees in the...Source Auction results will be posted. PRICES REALIZED of a few highlights, including the 23% buyer’s premium: Lot 40. Andy Warhol broken canvas, “Abstraction – Gift to Jon Gould” sculpture: $369,000; Lot 44. Andy Warhol, ‘NY Post’ crumpled sculpture: $43,050; Lot 48. Andy Warhol charcoal drawing, “Body Builder”: $43,050 and Lot 52. Andy Warhol stitched photo collage “Jon Gould”: $61,500 plus so much more.]]>1964falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/182-lisa-kroese-estate-mama--70490088 expertestates.com and her helpful blog/website: estatefusion.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=8281Mon, 07 Dec 2015 15:48:26 +0000Martin WillisAn interesting interview with Lisa Kroese, who was looking to keep herself busy in a new location. A great story of how an estate sale business was born and growing. Lisa helps out with her ideas through books and more. Check out her... expertestates.com and her helpful blog/website: estatefusion.com]]>1974falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/181-boston-mfa-unfinished-stories-exhibition--70490101http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=8267Sun, 26 Jul 2015 18:06:42 +0000Martin WillisCurator Karen E. Haas  discusses how Peter J. Cohen has amassed a collection of some 50,000 vernacular photographs. He recently gave more than 1,000 of them to the Museum of Fine Arts. On display are roughly 300 for “Unfinished Stories: Snapshots From...976falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/179-johanna-mcbrien--70490094 Antiques & Fine Art Magazine: www.afamag.com, Johanna McBrien talks about her amazing academic and professional background as well as InCollect.com, Johanna is a boots on the ground researcher and lover of fine Period American furniture, she further discusses the importance of the arts and connection through history.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=8237Tue, 16 Jun 2015 01:51:31 +0000Martin WillisInterview with Editor-in-Chief  ofhttp://www.antiquesandfineart.com/Antiques & Fine Art Magazine: http://www.afamag.com, Johanna McBrien talks about her amazing academic and professional background as well as https://www.incollect.com, Johanna is... Antiques & Fine Art Magazine: www.afamag.com, Johanna McBrien talks about her amazing academic and professional background as well as InCollect.com, Johanna is a boots on the ground researcher and lover of fine Period American furniture, she further discusses the importance of the arts and connection through history.]]>1666falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/178-gary-sohmers-king-of-pop-culture--70490138the value of 100,000 useless objects and is nationally recognized expert in the world of collectibles. Listen in as he talks about his beginnings, and how the business has changed and much more. Check out his radio show Tuesdays 10-11:00 AM EST and North East Comic Con.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=8228Thu, 28 May 2015 18:43:36 +0000Martin WillisAloha, it is a fun interview with the ‘psychic appraiser' and king of Pop Culture, Gary Sohmers. He knows http://www.allcollectors.com/ of 100,000 useless objects and is nationally recognized expert in the world of collectibles. Listen in as he talks...the value of 100,000 useless objects and is nationally recognized expert in the world of collectibles. Listen in as he talks about his beginnings, and how the business has changed and much more. Check out his radio show Tuesdays 10-11:00 AM EST and North East Comic Con.]]>854falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/177-gabe-ficht-antiques-dealer--70490142http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=8192Sat, 02 May 2015 00:43:26 +0000Martin WillisOh to be 18 years old, and an antiques dealer! Gabe tells what it's like to be one of the few out there, he has been buying and selling for four years, and has a nice space in an active antique shop. You can email Gabe at: fichtgabe32@yahoo.com688falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/176-james-tumblin-gone-with-the-wind-collection--70490152Heritage Auction on April 18 & 19, how he got started collecting his now 300,000 Gone with the Wind  objects of memorabilia as well his experience and friendship with Marilyn Monroe. Follow up with auction results here. Dress sells for $137,000!]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=8146Sun, 05 Apr 2015 18:57:24 +0000Martin WillisGuest James Tumblin talks about his Gone with the Wind collection coming up at http://entertainment.ha.com/c/search-results.zx?N=53+793+794+792+4294950386, how he got started collecting his now 300,000 Gone with the Wind  objects of memorabilia as...Heritage Auction on April 18 & 19, how he got started collecting his now 300,000 Gone with the Wind  objects of memorabilia as well his experience and friendship with Marilyn Monroe. Follow up with auction results here. Dress sells for $137,000!]]>1420falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/174-ken-beach-vacuum-cleaner-history--70490100http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=8114Wed, 04 Mar 2015 00:22:23 +0000Martin WillisA show on vacuum cleaner history recorded at the Home & Garden Show in Costa Mesa, California with an old school salesman, Ken Beach. An unusual topic, with an entertaining guest.920falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/173-the-rescued-film-project--70490103The Rescued Film Project, found film from locations all over the world, in the form of undeveloped rolls of film, which are developed and scanned to a digital archive, check out this video of 31 discovered WWII rolls seen for the first time.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=8100Sun, 08 Feb 2015 21:12:20 +0000Martin WillisGuest Levi Bettweiser talks about http://www.rescuedfilm.com/, found film from locations all over the world, in the form of undeveloped rolls of film, which are developed and scanned to a digital archive, check out http://vimeo.com/116735360 of 31...The Rescued Film Project, found film from locations all over the world, in the form of undeveloped rolls of film, which are developed and scanned to a digital archive, check out this video of 31 discovered WWII rolls seen for the first time.]]>1753falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/172-paul-revere-s-time-capsule-opening--70490084American Institute for Conservation.  ]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=8079Sat, 10 Jan 2015 18:23:53 +0000Martin WillisOur most exciting historic podcast, on location at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts for the Reveal Ceremony of the famed Paul Revere, Samuel Adams Time Capsule! Plus, a phone interview with the woman who opened the box, Pam Hatchfield who is Head of...American Institute for Conservation.  ]]>2591falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/171-gary-sullivan--70490099Antiques Roadshow and more recently to the White House to document an American musical tall case clock made by Effingham Embree. For information on clocks and more, check out: garysullivanantiques.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=8066Tue, 30 Dec 2014 03:38:23 +0000Martin WillisGary Sullivan talks about transitioning from oak furniture in the 1970s to fine American period furniture and clocks. His path has led him to the http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/roadshow/ and more recently to the White House to document an American musical...Antiques Roadshow and more recently to the White House to document an American musical tall case clock made by Effingham Embree. For information on clocks and more, check out: garysullivanantiques.com]]>1730falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/170-paul-brown--70490096Auction King, Paul Brown comes back on the show to talk about his new upcoming pilot, Endless Yard Sale on Scripps Network, HGTV. Check out Paul's auctions at Gallery 63]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=8045Tue, 09 Dec 2014 21:17:24 +0000Martin WillisFormer http://www.discovery.com/tv-shows/auction-kings/, Paul Brown comes back on the show to talk about his new upcoming pilot, http://www.hgtv.com/shows/endless-yard-sale on Scripps Network, HGTV. Check out Paul's auctions at http://www.gallery63.net/Auction King, Paul Brown comes back on the show to talk about his new upcoming pilot, Endless Yard Sale on Scripps Network, HGTV. Check out Paul's auctions at Gallery 63]]>1362falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/169-lost-archive-of-marilyn-monroe--70490102Auction information and highlights. Read the blog by Martin Willis, written in 2012. Sales Results: Marilyn Monroe Overcoat sold for $176,400
MM Love Letter from Joe DiMaggio sold for $78,125
MM Star Hair combs sold for $22,500
MM Beaded necklace sold for $37,500
MM signed model release sold for $12,500
MM Nude painting by Earl Moran sold for $37,500
MM letter to Arthur Miller sold for $43,750
MM Compact $46875]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=8015Sun, 23 Nov 2014 23:13:40 +0000Martin WillisMartin Nolan, executive director of Julien's Auctions talks to us from London to share the details of Marilyn Monroe's lost archive.  Found are 200 lots of Marilyn's personal effects that were found at her home upon her death and have only resurfaced...Auction information and highlights. Read the blog by Martin Willis, written in 2012. Sales Results: Marilyn Monroe Overcoat sold for $176,400
MM Love Letter from Joe DiMaggio sold for $78,125
MM Star Hair combs sold for $22,500
MM Beaded necklace sold for $37,500
MM signed model release sold for $12,500
MM Nude painting by Earl Moran sold for $37,500
MM letter to Arthur Miller sold for $43,750
MM Compact $46875]]>1498falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/168-andrew-truman-toys-dolls-advertising--70490107 here.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7994Tue, 18 Nov 2014 19:51:24 +0000Martin WillisJames D. Julia's Toys, Dolls & Advertising department head, Andrew Truman talks about collecting, past auctions and a record breaking auction that took place on November 7th, 2014. Check out auction... here.]]>639falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/167-winslow-homer-s-studio--70490153 Portland Museum of Art Director, Mark Bessire at Winslow Homer's Studio, Prout's Neck, Maine. Mark discusses the life that shaped Homer into the artist he became, his work and his time as America's top studio painter on the Maine Coast. winslow homer images]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7956Thu, 06 Nov 2014 17:48:21 +0000Martin WillisAn interview withhttp://www.portlandmuseum.org Director, Mark Bessire at http://www.portlandmuseum.org/homer, Prout's Neck, Maine. Mark discusses the life that shaped Homer into the artist he became, his work and his time as America's top studio... Portland Museum of Art Director, Mark Bessire at Winslow Homer's Studio, Prout's Neck, Maine. Mark discusses the life that shaped Homer into the artist he became, his work and his time as America's top studio painter on the Maine Coast. winslow homer images]]>1498falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/166-rebekah-kaufman-steiff--70490105VIDEO, a moving tale on what started three generations of collecting. Rebekah's Steiff Blog.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7931Fri, 24 Oct 2014 16:27:57 +0000Martin WillisRebekah Kaufman comes on the show again to talk about recent finds, and collecting Steiff other than the popular Teddy Bear and much more. Check out the accompanying https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ebi1_CWZNSg, a moving tale on what started three...VIDEO, a moving tale on what started three generations of collecting. Rebekah's Steiff Blog.]]>1246falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/165-anthony-moore-art-conservation--70490155anthonymooreconservation.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7903Wed, 10 Sep 2014 11:38:41 +0000Martin WillisMartin visits York, Maine and speaks with longtime painting conservator, Anthony Moore on the importance of professional conservation. Anthony further discusses some techniques,  as well as tells some interesting stories. ...anthonymooreconservation.com]]>1628falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/164-ryan-servant-brimfield-antiques-app--70490131Brimfield Flea Finder free to the antique show attendees, listen in to all the brilliant benefits of use, including finding pieces, the facilities/food and more.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7895Sat, 23 Aug 2014 13:41:45 +0000Martin WillisA chat with app developer, Ryan Servant, who offers the http://www.brimfieldfleafinder.com/ free to the http://brimfieldantiquefleamarket.com/ attendees, listen in to all the brilliant benefits of use, including finding pieces, the facilities/food and...Brimfield Flea Finder free to the antique show attendees, listen in to all the brilliant benefits of use, including finding pieces, the facilities/food and more.]]>1493falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/163-emily-susanin--70490106 Susanin's Auctioneers & Appraisers joins us for insight on the Chicago auction world, her involvement in the company. She further discusses the fun one can have while dealing with interesting people and pieces as well as educating one's self in the trade.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7874Fri, 08 Aug 2014 16:40:40 +0000Martin WillisEmily Susanin ofhttp://www.susanins.com/SUSANIN%27S.html joins us for insight on the Chicago auction world, her involvement in the company. She further discusses the fun one can have while dealing with interesting people and pieces as well as... Susanin's Auctioneers & Appraisers joins us for insight on the Chicago auction world, her involvement in the company. She further discusses the fun one can have while dealing with interesting people and pieces as well as educating one's self in the trade.]]>1387falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/162-walt-kolenda--70490158Check out Walt's website.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7861Sat, 26 Jul 2014 01:24:08 +0000Martin WillisMartin and Walt Kolenda discuss how antiques are green, and give advice for the collector just starting out, plus throw out a few stories and tips. http://capeannauction.blogspot.com/Check out Walt's website.]]>1457falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/161-round-robin-at-randolph-street-antiques-market--70490085Randolph Street Market, with promoter Sally Schwartz, Nena Ivon, Harry Rinker, Susan Klein Bagdade, Al Bagdade, and Danielle Arnet, Addressing several topics in the world of collecting in 2014.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7836Mon, 30 Jun 2014 23:03:26 +0000Martin WillisAn annual round-robin, at the festive http://www.randolphstreetmarket.com/, with promoter http://www.randolphstreetmarket.com/aboutimagepilots.php, http://www.talkschic.com/nena-ivon/, http://www.harryrinker.com/,...Randolph Street Market, with promoter Sally Schwartz, Nena Ivon, Harry Rinker, Susan Klein Bagdade, Al Bagdade, and Danielle Arnet, Addressing several topics in the world of collecting in 2014.]]>2814falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/160-brother-arnold-shaker--70490140Sabbathday Lake Village. Brother Arnold discusses the history of the Shakers, the way of life and the objects they crafted which are treasured by collectors from coast to coast. Check the Calendar of Events.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7825Tue, 17 Jun 2014 00:17:09 +0000Martin WillisWe are honored to host one of the three surviving Shakers, Brother Arnold which was recorded live at the http://www.shaker.lib.me.us/. Brother Arnold discusses the history of the Shakers, the way of life and the objects they crafted which are...Sabbathday Lake Village. Brother Arnold discusses the history of the Shakers, the way of life and the objects they crafted which are treasured by collectors from coast to coast. Check the Calendar of Events.]]>1873falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/159-michael-jefferson-20th-c-carpets--70490109here. ]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7817Tue, 27 May 2014 23:25:05 +0000Martin WillisMichael Jefferson of Wright Auctions dives into a new auction paradigm, 20th century carpets. Listen in as he explains how important what you are walking on can be, and how it can tie a collection together. Check out the auction and images...here. ]]>1537falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/158-a-10-million-gold-hoard-treasure-found--70490087Kagins Inc., Donald Kagin, PhD & David McCarthy who are handling a once in a century find, The Saddle Ridge Hoard, $10 million worth of rare gold coins, buried sometime in the late 1800s and recently discovered when a couple was out walking their dog on their own property in Marin County! Listen in for behind the scenes of this unprecedented event and how it will unfold. Click here for an interview transcription with the anonymous couple, plus images.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7812Fri, 07 Mar 2014 20:07:18 +0000Martin WillisAn exciting interview with http://www.kaginsinc.com/coins/., Donald Kagin, PhD & David McCarthy who are handling a once in a century find, The Saddle Ridge Hoard, $10 million worth of rare gold coins, buried sometime in the late 1800s and recently...Kagins Inc., Donald Kagin, PhD & David McCarthy who are handling a once in a century find, The Saddle Ridge Hoard, $10 million worth of rare gold coins, buried sometime in the late 1800s and recently discovered when a couple was out walking their dog on their own property in Marin County! Listen in for behind the scenes of this unprecedented event and how it will unfold. Click here for an interview transcription with the anonymous couple, plus images.]]>1325falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/156-richard-wright-on-harry-bertoia--70490161Wright20 about his new NYC location hosting the Harry Bertoia Exhibition, he further discuses the life and works of Bertoia from his famous diamond chairs to installations and highly regarded sounding sculptures.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7759Fri, 21 Feb 2014 23:22:01 +0000Martin WillisSpeaking with Richard Wright of http://www.wright20.com/ about his new NYC location hosting the http://www.wright20.com/exhibitions/preview/2014/1/bertoia/, he further discuses the life and works of Bertoia from his famous diamond chairs to...Wright20 about his new NYC location hosting the Harry Bertoia Exhibition, he further discuses the life and works of Bertoia from his famous diamond chairs to installations and highly regarded sounding sculptures.]]>1552falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/155-mary-miley-theobald-stuff-after-death--70490144book. Her website is: marymileytheobald.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7748Tue, 21 Jan 2014 13:45:38 +0000Martin WillisAn interview with historian and author Mary Miley Theobald, on a ‘what to do' book on when you are faced with in inherited household, ‘ How to identify, value and dispose of inherited stuff.' Check out her...book. Her website is: marymileytheobald.com]]>1704falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/154-jeffrey-herman-silver-care--70490117www.hermansilver.com/silver care]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7732Sun, 05 Jan 2014 00:45:57 +0000Martin WillisJeffrey Herman passionately discusses how to care for silver, plus freely gives many other tips for the collector or buyer. His comprehensive website has all the advice you may ever need: http://www.hermansilver.com/care.htmwww.hermansilver.com/silver care]]>2661falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/153-michael-lauck-collecting-magic--70490151blog Michael wrote for the forum and also: iTricks.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7728Thu, 12 Dec 2013 17:53:55 +0000Martin WillisMichael Lauck discusses the history of magicians, including women in the field, Houdini, collecting ephemera, posters props and more. A fascinating interview by a specialist that really knows his topic. Check out a...blog Michael wrote for the forum and also: iTricks.com]]>2053falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/152-dylan-shrub--70490115Gryphon's Nest explains the antique business there as well as what it was like starting as a toddler in the business. He later discusses the social media aspect of the antiques dealing and where that is headed with the "Virtual Generation".]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7714Mon, 25 Nov 2013 23:07:08 +0000Martin Willis27 year-old Dylan Shub in Jerusalem of The http://www.rubylane.com/shop/thegryphonsnest explains the antique business there as well as what it was like starting as a toddler in the business. He later discusses the social media aspect of the antiques...Gryphon's Nest explains the antique business there as well as what it was like starting as a toddler in the business. He later discusses the social media aspect of the antiques dealing and where that is headed with the "Virtual Generation".]]>1773falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/151-the-legends-auction--70490157Legends Auction, JFK, Peter Lawford, Ernest Hemingway, Marilyn Monroe and more. Listen to Dan's enthusiasm as he explains behind the scenes and the contents of the auction that will shake the world of collectors! View auction supplement here.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7699Fri, 15 Nov 2013 15:05:02 +0000Martin WillisMartin talks to Dan Meader at John McInnis Auctions about the past record breaking David Powers Auction of JFK's affects and the monumental upcoming http://www.mcinnisauctions.com/antique-auctions/auction.php?auctionid=292, JFK, Peter Lawford, Ernest...Legends Auction, JFK, Peter Lawford, Ernest Hemingway, Marilyn Monroe and more. Listen to Dan's enthusiasm as he explains behind the scenes and the contents of the auction that will shake the world of collectors! View auction supplement here.]]>2530falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/150-daniel-finamore-peabody-essex-museum--70490116Impressionists on the Water" exhibition at the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem, Massachusetts that runs from November 9th through February 17th, 2014 For Images, Click Here  ]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7639Fri, 08 Nov 2013 00:30:16 +0000Martin WillisJoin curator Daniel Finamore, PhD, Russell W. Knight Curator of Maritime Art and History as he discusses the "http://www.pem.org/exhibitions/159-impressionists_on_the_water" exhibition at the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem, Massachusetts that runs from...Impressionists on the Water" exhibition at the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem, Massachusetts that runs from November 9th through February 17th, 2014 For Images, Click Here  ]]>1977falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/149-behind-the-scenes-an-auction-of-a-lifetime--70490120Check out the news story video.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7626Fri, 25 Oct 2013 00:08:27 +0000Martin WillisA lecture by Martin Willis in Amesbury, MA discussing behind the scenes of the auction of the signer of the Declaration, Josiah Bartlett which was a career highlight held in 1989....Check out the news story video.]]>1998falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/147-maureen-stanton--70490123Killer Stuff and Tons of Money, listen in for the behind the scenes look, the way it really is in the world of the antiques marketplace. This podcast host recommends this book for anyone that wants to know what it is really like out there.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7586Fri, 04 Oct 2013 01:16:29 +0000Martin WillisA great interview with Maureen Stanton, author of: http://killerstuffandtonsofmoney.com/, listen in for the behind the scenes look, the way it really is in the world of the antiques marketplace. This podcast host recommends this book for anyone that...Killer Stuff and Tons of Money, listen in for the behind the scenes look, the way it really is in the world of the antiques marketplace. This podcast host recommends this book for anyone that wants to know what it is really like out there.]]>2591falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/146-elaine-miller-glass-ceramic-restoration--70490089Fairmont Studios]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7575Fri, 27 Sep 2013 16:38:26 +0000Martin WillisA fascinating interview with noted glass and ceramic conservator, Elaine Miller. Listen in as she discusses the art of restoration/repair and her passion for putting the puzzles back together as well as maintaining the integrity of fine objects....Fairmont Studios]]>1650falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/145-pamela-wiggins--70490164Click here for info.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7562Sat, 14 Sep 2013 03:20:37 +0000Martin WillisPamela Wiggins grew up in the antiques business and later became a journalist and joined her two worlds together writing about the subject as well as encouraging the family hobby of antiques interest. http://antiques.about.com/bio/Pamela-Wiggins-2528.htmClick here for info.]]>1760falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/144-martin-kemp-discovering-a-da-vinci--70490091martinjkemp.com  ]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7527Fri, 09 Aug 2013 01:23:36 +0000Martin WillisMartin Kemp discusses where science meets art to uncover the La Bella Principessa, a Leonardo Da Vinci that was nearly unattributed and lost through time. Listen in to hear how a $21,000 German 19th century portrait can turn into a work by the Old...martinjkemp.com  ]]>2601falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/143-connor-mccrory-the-youngest-picker--70490132Facebook page  and website.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7497Tue, 30 Jul 2013 22:13:11 +0000Martin WillisMartin has a delightful conversation with 8-year-old Connor McCrory, who is a prodigy picker. Having a passion for collecting and gaining knowledge at such an early age, the antique world is his oyster. We will keep an eye on him and talk again next...Facebook page  and website.]]>1782falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/142-corey-daniels-gallery--70490169coreydanielsgallery.com  check out their busy Facebook page as well.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7485Thu, 25 Jul 2013 19:03:10 +0000Martin WillisStopping along busy US1 in Wells, Maine, Martin has a conversation with gallery owner ,Corey Daniels and gallery director/artist, Miles Spadone. Cory discusses his transitions from 18th century period furniture, to today's contemporary art which he...coreydanielsgallery.com  check out their busy Facebook page as well.]]>1485falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/141-colby-college-museum-of-art-lunder-collection--70490166Website and ‘Like' on Facebook]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7462Thu, 11 Jul 2013 01:58:55 +0000Martin WillisAn interview at the Colby College Museum of Art with: Elizabeth Finch, Lunder Curator of American Art; Hannah Blunt, Langlais Curator for Special Projects and Lauren Lessing, Mirken Curator of Education as they all discuss the Lunder Collection and...Website and ‘Like' on Facebook]]>1806falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/140-thomas-jefferson-s-monticello--70490114Monticello, Martin talks with Susan Stein, Richard Gilder Senior Curator & Vice President for Museum Programs about Thomas Jefferson, the man and his amazing mountain top home that he called Monticello.  Be sure to ‘Like' on Facebook!]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7426Tue, 02 Jul 2013 21:13:40 +0000Martin WillisOn location! After a tour of http://www.monticello.org/ Martin talks with http://www.studio360.org/people/susan-stein/, Richard Gilder Senior Curator & Vice President for Museum Programs about Thomas Jefferson, the man and his amazing mountain top...Monticello, Martin talks with Susan Stein, Richard Gilder Senior Curator & Vice President for Museum Programs about Thomas Jefferson, the man and his amazing mountain top home that he called Monticello.  Be sure to ‘Like' on Facebook!]]>1970falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/139-faberge-revealed-at-the-peabody-essex-museum--70490136Dean Lahikainen, Peabody Essex Museum‘s Carolyn and Peter Lynch Curator of American Decorative Art about an upcoming exhibition, Fabergé Revealed from the collection of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts that will be on view at PEM from June 22 until September 29, 2013. Also discussed is, The House of Fabergé and the people who sought the treasured works. Visit: http://pem.org]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7397Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:50:24 +0000Martin WillisA fascinating discussion with http://www.alibris.com/search/books/author/Dean-T-Lahikainen, http://pem.org/‘s Carolyn and Peter Lynch Curator of American Decorative Art about an upcoming...Dean Lahikainen, Peabody Essex Museum‘s Carolyn and Peter Lynch Curator of American Decorative Art about an upcoming exhibition, Fabergé Revealed from the collection of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts that will be on view at PEM from June 22 until September 29, 2013. Also discussed is, The House of Fabergé and the people who sought the treasured works. Visit: http://pem.org]]>1238falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/138-keri-seery-social-media-antiques--70490143Facebook Page.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7382Thu, 13 Jun 2013 23:11:06 +0000Martin WillisKeri Seery speaks about social media, and the symbiotic relationship it can have in the marketing of antiques. Check out Keri's https://www.facebook.com/pages/Antique-Therapy/145010585512856?fref=tsFacebook Page.]]>1234falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/137-margaret-zoladkowski-on-textiles--70490113http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7369Tue, 04 Jun 2013 22:58:32 +0000Martin WillisMargaret Zoladkowski is a recent UNH graduate with a history degree, who is pursuing a career in the antiques and auction industry. She currently interns at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, and has knowledge as well as a passion for early textiles. She...1222falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/136-randolph-st-market-anniversary-special--70490119Randolph Street Market, with co-founder Sally Schwartz, Kathy Finley, Nena Ivon, Harry Rinker, Susan Klein Bagdade, Al Bagdade, Greg Willett, Danielle Arnet, and former podcast co-host Phyllis Kao. A celebration of the anniversary as well as a discussion on the antiques market place makes this a fascinating podcast for all who are interested in antiques and vintage.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7313Sun, 26 May 2013 22:34:28 +0000Martin WillisRecorded live in Chicago, a special Round-Robin format podcast celebration of the 10th Anniversary of http://www.randolphstreetmarket.com/, with co-founder http://www.randolphstreetmarket.com/aboutimagepilots.php,...Randolph Street Market, with co-founder Sally Schwartz, Kathy Finley, Nena Ivon, Harry Rinker, Susan Klein Bagdade, Al Bagdade, Greg Willett, Danielle Arnet, and former podcast co-host Phyllis Kao. A celebration of the anniversary as well as a discussion on the antiques market place makes this a fascinating podcast for all who are interested in antiques and vintage.]]>2469falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/135-cari-cucksey-at-brimfield--70490124HGTV's Cash & Cari for a fun sit-down at the Brimfield Antique show. Check out: http://www.repurposeshop.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7294Fri, 17 May 2013 00:53:40 +0000Martin WillisMartin joins Cari Cucksey of http://www.hgtv.com/cari-cucksey/bio/index.html for a fun sit-down at the Brimfield Antique show. Check out:http://www.repurposeshop.com/HGTV's Cash & Cari for a fun sit-down at the Brimfield Antique show. Check out: http://www.repurposeshop.com]]>989falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/134-richard-wright-italian-20th-c-glass--70490125Wright in Chicago talks about fine 20th c. Italian, Murano glass such as Venini & Barovier. Check out the important collection at auction on June 8th, 2013.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7194Wed, 08 May 2013 00:21:19 +0000Martin WillisRepeat guest, Richard Wright, of http://www.wright20.com/ in Chicago talks about fine 20th c. Italian, Murano glass such as Venini & Barovier. Check out the important collection at auction on http://www.wright20.com/auctions/view/QHRR/QHRS/Wright in Chicago talks about fine 20th c. Italian, Murano glass such as Venini & Barovier. Check out the important collection at auction on June 8th, 2013.]]>1429falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/133-antique-violins-kevin-mcelroy--70490171 frostgullyviolins.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7185Tue, 30 Apr 2013 02:28:56 +0000Martin WillisMartin speaks with luthier, Kevin McElroy of Frost Gully Violins in Freeport, Maine about what makes antique violins special, and what to look for in a fine instrument. Visit:http://www.frostgullyviolins.com frostgullyviolins.com]]>1674falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/132-lee-kalfon-the-millennial-generation-antiques--70490174http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7155Sat, 20 Apr 2013 21:50:50 +0000Martin WillisMartin chats with Lee Kalfon about what is going on in the antique world and the opinions of Generation Y. They talk about why younger people may have lost some interest in antiques. They discuss vintage and repurposing as well as steampunk movements.1256falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/131-james-callahan-on-asian-art--70490133PBS Antiques Roadshow Appraiser, Director of Asian Arts, for James D. Julia Auctioneers, James Callahan talks about the Asian Art Market and much more.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7124Wed, 03 Apr 2013 21:48:30 +0000Martin Willishttp://www.pbs.org/wgbh/roadshow/ Appraiser, Director of Asian Arts, for http://jamesdjulia.com/, James Callahan talks about the Asian Art Market and much more.PBS Antiques Roadshow Appraiser, Director of Asian Arts, for James D. Julia Auctioneers, James Callahan talks about the Asian Art Market and much more.]]>1098falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/130-paul-brown-auction-kings--70490147Discovery Channel's Auction Kings, and Gallery 63 of Atlanta comes back on to talk about recent happenings, Season IV and auctions in general.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7115Fri, 22 Mar 2013 16:53:13 +0000Martin WillisRepeat guest Paul Brown of http://dsc.discovery.com/tv-shows/auction-kings, and http://gallery63.net/g63site/ of Atlanta comes back on to talk about recent happenings, Season IV and auctions in general.Discovery Channel's Auction Kings, and Gallery 63 of Atlanta comes back on to talk about recent happenings, Season IV and auctions in general.]]>1870falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/129-adrien-von-ferscht-chinese-export-silver--70490122chinese-export-silver.com  His catalog of marks, 1785-1940 is available here, with a new edition soon to be published.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=7049Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:48:18 +0000Martin WillisAn informational conversation with Adrien von Ferscht, of Glasgow, Scotland on the subject of antique Chinese Export Silver. Adrien is a pure academic researcher and provides an astounding amount of resources on his blog:...chinese-export-silver.com  His catalog of marks, 1785-1940 is available here, with a new edition soon to be published.]]>1582falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/128-tony-dow-actor-director-turned-sculptor--70490148"Wally" on the iconic show,  Leave it to Beaver, child actor and more recently film director, Tony Dow talks about his second career as a sculptor, his journey and how he creates his art. Check out: tonydowsculpture.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=6935Sat, 09 Feb 2013 00:56:32 +0000Martin WillisYou may remember him as http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wally_Cleaver on the iconic show,  http://www.leaveittobeaver.org/, child actor and more recently film director, http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0235638/ talks about his second career as a sculptor, his..."Wally" on the iconic show,  Leave it to Beaver, child actor and more recently film director, Tony Dow talks about his second career as a sculptor, his journey and how he creates his art. Check out: tonydowsculpture.com]]>1821falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/127-dan-meader-jfk-collection-at-auction--70490110Amesbury, Massachusetts and talks Dan Meader about the important John F. Kennedy memorabilia that belonged to David F. Powers, JFK's White House special assistant and longtime confidant. Auction follow-up here!]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=6923Thu, 24 Jan 2013 18:19:13 +0000Martin WillisMartin visits John McInnis' Auction Gallery in http://www.mapquest.com/maps?address=76+Main+St&city=Amesbury&state=MA&zipcode=01913&redirect=true and talks Dan Meader about the important John F....Amesbury, Massachusetts and talks Dan Meader about the important John F. Kennedy memorabilia that belonged to David F. Powers, JFK's White House special assistant and longtime confidant. Auction follow-up here!]]>1790falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/126-colleene-fesko-on-cape-ann-art--70490112Colleene Fesko, frequently seen on the hit PBS television series Antiques Roadshow talks about the John Gale Art Collection of Cape Ann School paintings. She also discusses the internet's changing affects on the art market, fakes and more. Check out the John Gale video of him describing his collection. The auction will be held at James Julia Auctioneers.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=6901Fri, 04 Jan 2013 19:25:33 +0000Martin Willishttp://colleenefesko.com/, frequently seen on the hit PBS television series http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/roadshow/ talks about the http://jamesdjulia.com/press_releases/pr_2013.asp?cID=antique of Cape Ann School paintings. She also discusses the internet's...Colleene Fesko, frequently seen on the hit PBS television series Antiques Roadshow talks about the John Gale Art Collection of Cape Ann School paintings. She also discusses the internet's changing affects on the art market, fakes and more. Check out the John Gale video of him describing his collection. The auction will be held at James Julia Auctioneers.]]>1738falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/125-dan-horan-luxury-wrist-watches--70490129roschmitt.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=6878Fri, 21 Dec 2012 17:22:02 +0000Martin WillisMartin visits Dan Horan and talks about today's market of collectable timepieces, including Rolex Watches, Patek Philippe Watches and more. Check out: http://www.roschmitt.com/roschmitt.com]]>2240falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/124-richard-wright-on-italian-design--70490167Wright20 talks about Italian design including Gio Ponti, Ettore Sottsass and more.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=6848Thu, 06 Dec 2012 20:28:12 +0000Martin WillisRepeat guest Richard Wright from auction house http://www.wright20.com/ talks about Italian design including Gio Ponti, Ettore Sottsass and more.Wright20 talks about Italian design including Gio Ponti, Ettore Sottsass and more.]]>1909falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/123-wendy-harvey-on-collectable-ceramic-tiles--70490170http://www.antiquearticles.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=6836Sun, 25 Nov 2012 19:44:27 +0000Martin WillisMartin along with Rebekah Kaufman co-hosting speak with collectable tile expert, Wendy Harvey about all aspects of tiles, what makes them collectable and more. Check out http://www.antiquearticles.com/http://www.antiquearticles.com]]>2444falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/122-gregg-elliott-on-high-grade-shotguns--70490146Show Notes: Martin talks to blogger and expert Gregg Elliott on high grade shotguns, collecting, and how to make careful decisions when obtaining them. Check out his blog website at: dogsanddoubles.com  ]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=6788Sat, 10 Nov 2012 18:05:48 +0000Martin Willishttp://antiqueauctionforum.com/blog/show-notes/show-notes-gregg-ell/ Martin talks to blogger and expert Gregg Elliott on high grade shotguns, collecting, and how to make careful decisions when obtaining them. Check out his blog website...Show Notes: Martin talks to blogger and expert Gregg Elliott on high grade shotguns, collecting, and how to make careful decisions when obtaining them. Check out his blog website at: dogsanddoubles.com  ]]>2690falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/121-mary-miley-theobald-on-history-myths--70490173Show Notes: Martin talks with historian/author, Mary Miley Theobald about debunking some fun American history myths of Colonial through Victorian times, some involving antiques. Check out: marymileytheobald.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=6758Fri, 26 Oct 2012 02:09:31 +0000Martin Willishttp://antiqueauctionforum.com/blog/show-notes/show-notes-mary-miley-theobald-121/Martin talks with historian/author, Mary Miley Theobald about debunking some fun American history myths of Colonial through Victorian times, some involving antiques....Show Notes: Martin talks with historian/author, Mary Miley Theobald about debunking some fun American history myths of Colonial through Victorian times, some involving antiques. Check out: marymileytheobald.com]]>2414falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/120-actress-singer-polly-bergen--70490205Show Notes; Martin speaks with legendary award winning actress, singer and best selling author, Polly Bergen about her career as well as her adventures in collecting antiques. They also discuss the restoration of her 18th century home and much more.  ]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=6726Tue, 16 Oct 2012 21:59:15 +0000Martin Willishttp://antiqueauctionforum.com/blog/show-notes-polly-bergen-120/Martin speaks with legendary award winning actress, singer and best selling author, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polly_Bergen about her http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000917/ as well as her...Show Notes; Martin speaks with legendary award winning actress, singer and best selling author, Polly Bergen about her career as well as her adventures in collecting antiques. They also discuss the restoration of her 18th century home and much more.  ]]>1866falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/119-dale-blackwelder-tips-on-art--70490190Show Notes: In Texas, Martin talks to Arkansas longtime artwork picker Dale Blackwelder who gives good tips for the novice collector. He further discusses some great finds and how he survives without the use of computers.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=6670Sun, 30 Sep 2012 23:33:04 +0000Martin Willishttp://antiqueauctionforum.com/blog/show-notes-dale-blackwelder-119/ In Texas, Martin talks to Arkansas longtime artwork picker Dale Blackwelder who gives good tips for the novice collector. He further discusses some great finds and how he survives...Show Notes: In Texas, Martin talks to Arkansas longtime artwork picker Dale Blackwelder who gives good tips for the novice collector. He further discusses some great finds and how he survives without the use of computers.]]>1302falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/118-terry-kovel--70490150Show Notes: Martin talks to antiques & collectibles price list mogul, Terry Kovel. Listen in to hear a perspective spanning back to Kovel's first edition in 1953 with a view on current trends & much more. Visit: kovels.comKovels Komments]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=6596Sat, 15 Sep 2012 19:05:39 +0000Martin Willishttp://antiqueauctionforum.com/blog/show-notes/show-notes-terry-kovel-118/ Martin talks to antiques & collectibles price list mogul, Terry Kovel. Listen in to hear a perspective spanning back to Kovel's first edition in 1953 with a view on current...Show Notes: Martin talks to antiques & collectibles price list mogul, Terry Kovel. Listen in to hear a perspective spanning back to Kovel's first edition in 1953 with a view on current trends & much more. Visit: kovels.comKovels Komments]]>2404falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/117-jack-wilson-on-ruba-rombic-glass--70490168Show Notes: Martin speaks with expert, Jack Wilson on cubist art deco Ruba Rombic art glass produced by the Consolidated Glass Company in 1928. Visit Jack's website here.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=6565Fri, 07 Sep 2012 19:36:08 +0000Martin Willishttp://antiqueauctionforum.com/blog/show-notes/show-notes-episode-117-jack-wilson/Martin speaks with expert, Jack Wilson on cubist art deco Ruba Rombic art glass produced by the Consolidated Glass Company in 1928. Visit Jack's website...Show Notes: Martin speaks with expert, Jack Wilson on cubist art deco Ruba Rombic art glass produced by the Consolidated Glass Company in 1928. Visit Jack's website here.]]>2117falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/116-fred-giampietro--70490126Show Notes: Hear his journey of starting out with a $70 broken Shaker rocker in the 1970s, to the top end of folk art as well as his Connecticut contemporary art gallery. Listen in for the insight of Fred Giampietro, a key player in the antique and fine art world. Visit: fredgiampietro.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=6555Fri, 31 Aug 2012 18:57:15 +0000Martin Willishttp://antiqueauctionforum.com/blog/show-notes/show-notes-episode-116-fred-giampietro/Hear his journey of starting out with a $70 broken Shaker rocker in the 1970s, to the top end of folk art as well as his Connecticut contemporary art gallery. Listen...Show Notes: Hear his journey of starting out with a $70 broken Shaker rocker in the 1970s, to the top end of folk art as well as his Connecticut contemporary art gallery. Listen in for the insight of Fred Giampietro, a key player in the antique and fine art world. Visit: fredgiampietro.com]]>2319falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/115-richard-wright-on-mid-century-modern--70490128Show Notes: A fun and informative interview with one of the leading specialists, Richard Wright, Wright20 on Mid-Century Modern, they touch on contemporary design, auctions and further discuss the company's informative, evolving website: wright20.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=6469Fri, 03 Aug 2012 20:46:48 +0000Martin Willishttp://antiqueauctionforum.com/blog/show-notes/show-notes-episode-115-richard-wright/A fun and informative interview with one of the leading specialists, Richard Wright, http://www.wright20.com/ on Mid-Century Modern, they touch on contemporary...Show Notes: A fun and informative interview with one of the leading specialists, Richard Wright, Wright20 on Mid-Century Modern, they touch on contemporary design, auctions and further discuss the company's informative, evolving website: wright20.com]]>2603falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/114-caroline-ashleigh-on-wine--70490159Caroline Ashleigh  joins Martin for an in depth look at appraising, evaluating and auctioning fine wines. Visit: auctionyourwine.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=6458Fri, 27 Jul 2012 21:04:01 +0000Martin WillisAntiques Roadshow & HG-TV's http://www.carolineashleigh.com/ joins Martin for an in depth look at appraising, evaluating and auctioning fine wines. Visit: http://www.auctionyourwine.com/Caroline Ashleigh  joins Martin for an in depth look at appraising, evaluating and auctioning fine wines. Visit: auctionyourwine.com]]>2398falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/113-bob-frishman-clocks--70490189Bell Time Clocks  is an entertaining and knowledgeable guest. Visit: http://bell-time.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=6323Mon, 16 Jul 2012 15:59:35 +0000Martin WillisFrom the study and artwork of horology, to the repair of antique clocks, as well as the history of New England makers is covered in this show. Bob Frishman from http://bell-time.com/ is an entertaining and knowledgeable guest. Visit: http://bell-time.com/Bell Time Clocks  is an entertaining and knowledgeable guest. Visit: http://bell-time.com]]>2649falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/112-bram-hepburn-bottle-archaeologist--70490204Blog by Bram]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=6255Fri, 06 Jul 2012 15:14:46 +0000Martin WillisAn enlightening interview with a passionate collector & hunter of one man's 19th c. trash ~ today's bottle treasures. From using recent technology  to locate finds, as well as scuba diving rivers, to privy digging, Bram Hepburn has done it all....Blog by Bram]]>2508falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/111-john-rinaldi-on-scrimshaw--70490175SHOW NOTES Martin visits longtime dealer/collector John Rinaldi in Kennebunkport and discusses the known history of Scrimshaw, Prison of War pieces from the Lloyd Collection, and the California crackdown on ivory (antique or not) at auction as well as dealer sales. He also talks about the Annual Symposium at the New Bedford Whaling Museum, his catalog sales and much more.  ]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=6172Thu, 28 Jun 2012 16:04:11 +0000Martin Willishttp://antiqueauctionforum.com/blog/show-notes/show-notes-episode-111-john-rinaldi-on-scrimshaw/ Martin visits longtime dealer/collector John Rinaldi in Kennebunkport and discusses the known history of Scrimshaw, Prison of War pieces from the...SHOW NOTES Martin visits longtime dealer/collector John Rinaldi in Kennebunkport and discusses the known history of Scrimshaw, Prison of War pieces from the Lloyd Collection, and the California crackdown on ivory (antique or not) at auction as well as dealer sales. He also talks about the Annual Symposium at the New Bedford Whaling Museum, his catalog sales and much more.  ]]>2390falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/110-leslie-hindman--70490182Leslie Hindman about her growing auction company with offices in Denver, Naples & Palm Beach, FL as well as Milwaukee. They talk about the transitions over the years, finding an unknown Van Gogh, selling memorabilia from the historic Comiskey Park, the Chicago Stadium as well as the recent upshot of handling Chinese pieces and fine jewelry. Former co-host Phyllis Kao who now works for the auction company chimes in for a quick hello. Visit: lesliehindman.comShow Notes Here]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=6222Tue, 26 Jun 2012 02:47:15 +0000Martin Willis  Martin talks to Chicago's http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leslie_Hindman_Auctioneers about her growing auction company with offices in http://www.lesliehindman.com/offices/denver/, http://www.lesliehindman.com/offices/naples/ &...Leslie Hindman about her growing auction company with offices in Denver, Naples & Palm Beach, FL as well as Milwaukee. They talk about the transitions over the years, finding an unknown Van Gogh, selling memorabilia from the historic Comiskey Park, the Chicago Stadium as well as the recent upshot of handling Chinese pieces and fine jewelry. Former co-host Phyllis Kao who now works for the auction company chimes in for a quick hello. Visit: lesliehindman.comShow Notes Here]]>1420falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/109-david-rago--70490214June 16th & 17th Auction.  They further discuss the Arts & Crafts movement and David gets into a very informative discussion about a passion of his ~ American Art Pottery. Visit: ragoarts.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=6198Thu, 14 Jun 2012 21:11:25 +0000Martin Willis  Martin stops in Lambertville, NJ to talk with David Rago about his http://shop.ragoarts.com/early20th.  They further discuss the Arts & Crafts movement and David gets into a very informative discussion about a passion of his ~ American Art...June 16th & 17th Auction.  They further discuss the Arts & Crafts movement and David gets into a very informative discussion about a passion of his ~ American Art Pottery. Visit: ragoarts.com]]>2320falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/108-david-schorsch--70490139David Schorsch discusses his early age of collecting and learning. While most kids were reading comic books, this childhood antique prodigy coveted new issues of The Magazine Antiques.  David gets into details on what makes something a special piece, whether formal, folk or country. He also talks about some of the finer pieces he has handled over the years. David, along with financial partner Eileen Smiles have beautiful selection available at their Woodbury Connecticut shop and are one of the select dealers at the New York Winter Antiques Show. Check out their website: americanantiqueart.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=6031Mon, 04 Jun 2012 19:43:05 +0000Martin Willishttp://www.americanantiqueart.com/ discusses his early age of collecting and learning. While most kids were reading comic books, this childhood antique prodigy coveted new issues of http://www.themagazineantiques.com/.  David gets into details on what...David Schorsch discusses his early age of collecting and learning. While most kids were reading comic books, this childhood antique prodigy coveted new issues of The Magazine Antiques.  David gets into details on what makes something a special piece, whether formal, folk or country. He also talks about some of the finer pieces he has handled over the years. David, along with financial partner Eileen Smiles have beautiful selection available at their Woodbury Connecticut shop and are one of the select dealers at the New York Winter Antiques Show. Check out their website: americanantiqueart.com]]>2754falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/107-ric-jorgensen--70490149 R. Jorgensen Antiques one of the finest family owned shops along the Northeast coast, located in Wells, Maine. This podcast is an interview with Ric Jorgensen about the company beginnings and what the current market is like, plus more. Visit www.rjorgensen.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=5922Sat, 26 May 2012 21:51:18 +0000Martin WillisMartin visitshttp://www.rjorgensen.com/ one of the finest family owned shops along the Northeast coast, located in Wells, Maine. This podcast is an interview with Ric Jorgensen about the company beginnings and what the current market is like, plus... R. Jorgensen Antiques one of the finest family owned shops along the Northeast coast, located in Wells, Maine. This podcast is an interview with Ric Jorgensen about the company beginnings and what the current market is like, plus more. Visit www.rjorgensen.com]]>2056falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/106-leigh-keno--70490141PBS Antiques Roadshow, Leigh Keno and Martin discuss aspects of Keno Auctions, (est. in 2009), fine Period American furniture, and the effects of restorations of vintage autos to fine period furniture. They also talk about Modern Art, today's hot trends and more. Check out: kenoauctions.com Also, check out Keno Bros line of furniture: kenobroscollection.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=6017Thu, 17 May 2012 01:38:54 +0000Martin WillisYou have seen him and his bother Leslie hundreds of times on the  http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/roadshow/appraisers/keno_leigh.html, Leigh Keno and Martin discuss aspects of http://kenoauctions.com/, (est. in 2009), fine Period American furniture, and the...PBS Antiques Roadshow, Leigh Keno and Martin discuss aspects of Keno Auctions, (est. in 2009), fine Period American furniture, and the effects of restorations of vintage autos to fine period furniture. They also talk about Modern Art, today's hot trends and more. Check out: kenoauctions.com Also, check out Keno Bros line of furniture: kenobroscollection.com]]>2675falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/105-cari-cucksey--70490226 HGTV's Cash & Cari. They discuss what has happened to her life since cameras have starting rolling, interesting behind the scenes of an estate sale and more. Check out the following websites:  repurposeshop.com & repurposeestate.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=5901Tue, 01 May 2012 17:43:59 +0000Martin WillisMartin talks to estate sale specialist & entrepreneur Cari Cucksley of the popular reality show,http://cashandcari.com/ They discuss what has happened to her life since cameras have starting rolling, interesting behind the scenes of an estate sale... HGTV's Cash & Cari. They discuss what has happened to her life since cameras have starting rolling, interesting behind the scenes of an estate sale and more. Check out the following websites:  repurposeshop.com & repurposeestate.com]]>2469falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/104-laura-trueman-movie-props--70490176truetiques.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=5880Tue, 24 Apr 2012 17:31:12 +0000Martin WillisA great interview with one of the trade's hardest workers. Laura Trueman has warehouses nationwide supplying props to 20 major motion pictures a year. Head's up, she is looking for scouts!     Check out http://www.truetiques.com/servlet/StoreFronttruetiques.com]]>2250falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/103-artist-kyle-polzin--70490188Coeur d'Alene Art Auctions. Listen in to hear of his beginnings and what it takes to compose one of his paintings – from napkin drawing to finished work. Visit Kyle's website: www.kylepolzin.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=5773Wed, 28 Mar 2012 17:52:48 +0000Martin WillisMartin speaks with a very accomplished artist who portrays "romantic realism" in his work. He is a winner of the Don B. Huntley, Spirit of The West Award among many accomplishments. Kyle is one of the very few artists accepted in the prestigious ...Coeur d'Alene Art Auctions. Listen in to hear of his beginnings and what it takes to compose one of his paintings – from napkin drawing to finished work. Visit Kyle's website: www.kylepolzin.com]]>2490falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/102-robert-k-wittman-fbi-art-crime-team-ret--70490195 SHOW NOTES Check out http://www.robertwittmaninc.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=5561Sat, 10 Mar 2012 19:34:06 +0000Martin WillisOne of our most fascinating guests of all times, former FBI Special Agent Robert Wittman, author of  NY Times Best Seller "Priceless" speaks with Martin about  traveling the world while posing undercover retrieving a quarter of a billion dollars worth... SHOW NOTES Check out http://www.robertwittmaninc.com]]>2566falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/101-rebekah-kaufman-steiffgal--70490213.   Click here for Show Notes.  http://mysteifflife.blogspot.com Send an email to Steiffgal]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=5477Fri, 24 Feb 2012 03:17:38 +0000Martin WillisSteiff's Official Consultant Archivist Rebekah Kaufman, AKA Steiffgal joins Martin and greets all our listeners with teddy bear hugs. A very enthusiastic guest who is passionate about collecting Steiff and preserving the Steiff legacy. Listen in for....   Click here for Show Notes.  http://mysteifflife.blogspot.com Send an email to Steiffgal]]>2325falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/100-worthpoint-com-in-miami--70490156worthpoint.com CEO Will Seippel, Maggie Turnipseed, Audra Blevins, Mike Wilcox, Jason Robins joined by host Martin Willis. They chat about the success of sponsoring The Original Miami Beach Antique Show, the launch of marksandlibrary.com a data source for over 40k marks of all kinds of marks of your antiques and collectibles. Jason Robins speaks about the remaking of goantiques.com which will launch in March, 2012. SHOW NOTES]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=5441Fri, 17 Feb 2012 18:43:26 +0000Martin WillisListen in to a roundtable informative chat with http://www.worthpoint.comCEO Will Seippel, Maggie Turnipseed, Audra Blevins, Mike Wilcox, Jason Robins joined by host Martin Willis. They chat about the success of sponsoring The Original Miami Beach...worthpoint.com CEO Will Seippel, Maggie Turnipseed, Audra Blevins, Mike Wilcox, Jason Robins joined by host Martin Willis. They chat about the success of sponsoring The Original Miami Beach Antique Show, the launch of marksandlibrary.com a data source for over 40k marks of all kinds of marks of your antiques and collectibles. Jason Robins speaks about the remaking of goantiques.com which will launch in March, 2012. SHOW NOTES]]>1616falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/99-miami-interviews-ii--70490183Episode 2 of 2, we interview Miami Show dealers: Philip Chasen on Galle Glass; Vivienne Hall on Picasso Ceramics and Arty Unger on Georg Jensen Silver.     Check out informational websites. Philip Chasen Antiques (Galle Glass): chasenantiques.com Squire Antiques (Picasso Ceramics): trocadero.com/squireantiques Imagination Unlimited (Georg Jensen): imaginationunlimited.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=5422Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:45:32 +0000Martin WillisEpisode 2 of 2, we interview Miami Show dealers: Philip Chasen on Galle Glass; Vivienne Hall on Picasso Ceramics and Arty Unger on Georg Jensen Silver.     Check out informational websites. Philip Chasen Antiques (Galle Glass):...Episode 2 of 2, we interview Miami Show dealers: Philip Chasen on Galle Glass; Vivienne Hall on Picasso Ceramics and Arty Unger on Georg Jensen Silver.     Check out informational websites. Philip Chasen Antiques (Galle Glass): chasenantiques.com Squire Antiques (Picasso Ceramics): trocadero.com/squireantiques Imagination Unlimited (Georg Jensen): imaginationunlimited.com]]>1723falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/98-the-original-miami-beach-antique-show-part-i--70490220Click here to watch our video. Branded Luxury Unlimited: brandedluxuryunlimited.com Send an email to Phil Larke on Amphora McClees Gallery: mccleesgalleries.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=5395Mon, 06 Feb 2012 18:54:17 +0000Martin WillisPart one of two, Martin interviews dealers at The Original Miami Beach Antique Show (largest indoor antique show in the world). This episode's dealers are:  Marco Astrologo of Branded Luxury Unlimited (Louis Vuitton); Phil Larke on O.S.A.R. Antiques...Click here to watch our video. Branded Luxury Unlimited: brandedluxuryunlimited.com Send an email to Phil Larke on Amphora McClees Gallery: mccleesgalleries.com]]>2361falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/97-kate-manko-on-folk-art--70490181Martin chats with a young & fun American folk art dealer who began collecting at age five! Listen in as Kate talks about getting her generation active in the antiques world, the struggles they face and her part in keeping collecting alive. Make sure you visit: mankoamericanfolkart.com]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=5346Fri, 30 Dec 2011 02:54:21 +0000Martin WillisMartin chats with a young & fun American folk art dealer who began collecting at age five! Listen in as Kate talks about getting her generation active in the antiques world, the struggles they face and her part in keeping collecting alive. Make...Martin chats with a young & fun American folk art dealer who began collecting at age five! Listen in as Kate talks about getting her generation active in the antiques world, the struggles they face and her part in keeping collecting alive. Make sure you visit: mankoamericanfolkart.com]]>2458falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/96-victoria-mansion--70490163Tom Johnson and Arlene Palmer Schwind Martin steps into the beautiful Victoria Mansion in Portland, Maine and speaks with curator, Arlene Palmer Schwind and director, Tom Johnson. Listen in as they discuss the beginnings of this fabulous summer home with a Gustave Herter interior, it's near miss with demolition and what is involved in preserving this historical landmark. Check out the mansion's website at victoriamansion.org Check out the video of 2011 Christmas decor here.  ]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=5322Sat, 24 Dec 2011 01:19:43 +0000Martin WillisTom Johnson and Arlene Palmer Schwind Martin steps into the beautiful http://www.victoriamansion.org/ in Portland, Maine and speaks with curator, Arlene Palmer Schwind and director, Tom Johnson. Listen in as they discuss the beginnings of this...Tom Johnson and Arlene Palmer Schwind Martin steps into the beautiful Victoria Mansion in Portland, Maine and speaks with curator, Arlene Palmer Schwind and director, Tom Johnson. Listen in as they discuss the beginnings of this fabulous summer home with a Gustave Herter interior, it's near miss with demolition and what is involved in preserving this historical landmark. Check out the mansion's website at victoriamansion.org Check out the video of 2011 Christmas decor here.  ]]>1943falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/94-ron-burkey-militaria--70490191Martin chats with knowledgeable dealer/collector Ron Burkey in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. They discuss militaria trends, what is hot and what is not. They also talk about cautionary purchasing for the novice collector and explore many facets of collecting! You can visit Ron's website at flyingtigerantiques.comComplete show transcription here.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=5202Thu, 08 Dec 2011 19:26:10 +0000Martin WillisMartin chats with knowledgeable dealer/collector Ron Burkey in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. They discuss militaria trends, what is hot and what is not. They also talk about cautionary purchasing for the novice collector and explore many facets of...Martin chats with knowledgeable dealer/collector Ron Burkey in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. They discuss militaria trends, what is hot and what is not. They also talk about cautionary purchasing for the novice collector and explore many facets of collecting! You can visit Ron's website at flyingtigerantiques.comComplete show transcription here.]]>1940falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/93-the-maine-antique-digest--70490200Martin pays a visit to Maine Antique Digest and speaks with Sally, Kate & Clayton Pennington about MAD's beginnings, controversial stories, present day happenings of the periodical.. the internet affects and the antiques world. Click the image to visit the Maine Antique Digest's website. SHOW TRANSCRIPT HEREVideo clip here.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=5067Tue, 25 Oct 2011 00:24:11 +0000Martin WillisMartin pays a visit to Maine Antique Digest and speaks with Sally, Kate & Clayton Pennington about MAD's beginnings, controversial stories, present day happenings of the periodical.. the internet affects and the antiques world. Click the image to...Martin pays a visit to Maine Antique Digest and speaks with Sally, Kate & Clayton Pennington about MAD's beginnings, controversial stories, present day happenings of the periodical.. the internet affects and the antiques world. Click the image to visit the Maine Antique Digest's website. SHOW TRANSCRIPT HEREVideo clip here.]]>2151falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/92-coeur-d-alene-art-auction--70490172Martin talks to Mike Overby of Coeur d'Alene Art Auction about their recent $16.8 million auction, and some of their strategies for success. They further discuss the state of the Western art market, what collectors may consider when buying (& selling) and much more. Click the image to visit the Coeur d'Alene Art Auction website. Click here for a CBS video Click here for show transcription.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=5017Thu, 28 Jul 2011 02:57:19 +0000Martin WillisMartin talks to Mike Overby of Coeur d'Alene Art Auction about their recent $16.8 million auction, and some of their strategies for success. They further discuss the state of the Western art market, what collectors may consider when buying (&...Martin talks to Mike Overby of Coeur d'Alene Art Auction about their recent $16.8 million auction, and some of their strategies for success. They further discuss the state of the Western art market, what collectors may consider when buying (& selling) and much more. Click the image to visit the Coeur d'Alene Art Auction website. Click here for a CBS video Click here for show transcription.]]>1838falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/91-gayle-soucek-on-chicago--70490180Martin talks to author Gayle Soucek about her book: "Marshall Fields: The Store that Helped Build Chicago" and the overall interesting history of the city. Listen in to hear if Mrs O'Leary's cow had anything to do with the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 and much more.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=4985Fri, 15 Jul 2011 05:23:09 +0000Martin WillisMartin talks to author Gayle Soucek about her book: "Marshall Fields: The Store that Helped Build Chicago" and the overall interesting history of the city. Listen in to hear if Mrs O'Leary's cow had anything to do with the Great Chicago Fire of 1871...Martin talks to author Gayle Soucek about her book: "Marshall Fields: The Store that Helped Build Chicago" and the overall interesting history of the city. Listen in to hear if Mrs O'Leary's cow had anything to do with the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 and much more.]]>1988falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/90-rob-elowitch-barridoff-galleries--70490178Martin visits Rob Elowitch of Barridoff Galleries in Portland, Maine. They talk about Barridoff's presence in the art auction world, past and upcoming highlights including the annual summer auction on August 5th, 2011. They also discuss Rob's amazing wrestling career, and his movie "Canvasman" click here for a  trailer of the independent film which encompasses both Rob Elowitch's art life and Robbie Ellis' wrestling world. Click the image of the Maurice de Vlaminck still life to visit the Barridoff Galleries website.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=4950Fri, 08 Jul 2011 03:22:37 +0000Martin WillisMartin visits Rob Elowitch of Barridoff Galleries in Portland, Maine. They talk about Barridoff's presence in the art auction world, past and upcoming highlights including the annual summer auction on August 5th, 2011. They also discuss Rob's amazing...Martin visits Rob Elowitch of Barridoff Galleries in Portland, Maine. They talk about Barridoff's presence in the art auction world, past and upcoming highlights including the annual summer auction on August 5th, 2011. They also discuss Rob's amazing wrestling career, and his movie "Canvasman" click here for a  trailer of the independent film which encompasses both Rob Elowitch's art life and Robbie Ellis' wrestling world. Click the image of the Maurice de Vlaminck still life to visit the Barridoff Galleries website.]]>2545falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/89-strawberry-banke-part-two--70490215Martin visits Strawberry Banke for Part Two with Chief Curator, Kimberly Alexander, they talk about this year's exhibition: "Fitz John Porter – Civil War Hero or Coward?" Major General Fitz John Porter was a Civil War soldier, born in Portsmouth, NH. He was court marshaled after the second battle of Bull Run by disobeying orders that in fact would have annihilated his troops. It took sixteen years for exoneration.  Listen in as Kimberly talks about the amazing story of finding the long lost sword of the officer and much more. Click the image for the exhibition page on the Strawberry Banke website.
]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=4909Fri, 01 Jul 2011 04:17:39 +0000Martin WillisMartin visits Strawberry Banke for Part Two with Chief Curator, Kimberly Alexander, they talk about this year's exhibition: "Fitz John Porter – Civil War Hero or Coward?" Major General Fitz John Porter was a Civil War soldier, born in Portsmouth,...Martin visits Strawberry Banke for Part Two with Chief Curator, Kimberly Alexander, they talk about this year's exhibition: "Fitz John Porter – Civil War Hero or Coward?" Major General Fitz John Porter was a Civil War soldier, born in Portsmouth, NH. He was court marshaled after the second battle of Bull Run by disobeying orders that in fact would have annihilated his troops. It took sixteen years for exoneration.  Listen in as Kimberly talks about the amazing story of finding the long lost sword of the officer and much more. Click the image for the exhibition page on the Strawberry Banke website.
]]>2190falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/88-strawberry-banke-part-one--70490186Martin visits historic Strawberry Banke in Portsmouth, New Hampshire and chats with the Chief Curator, Kimberly Alexander. This riverside museum has 35 structures dating all the way back to 1695 (only two buildings were moved to the site). Kimberly is a wonderful guest with a passion for preserving history. Click the image to visit the Strawberry Banke Museum website. "Come explore four centuries of American history in one of New Hampshire's oldest waterfront neighborhoods."  ]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=4867Fri, 24 Jun 2011 00:37:07 +0000Martin WillisMartin visits historic Strawberry Banke in Portsmouth, New Hampshire and chats with the Chief Curator, Kimberly Alexander. This riverside museum has 35 structures dating all the way back to 1695 (only two buildings were moved to the site). Kimberly is...Martin visits historic Strawberry Banke in Portsmouth, New Hampshire and chats with the Chief Curator, Kimberly Alexander. This riverside museum has 35 structures dating all the way back to 1695 (only two buildings were moved to the site). Kimberly is a wonderful guest with a passion for preserving history. Click the image to visit the Strawberry Banke Museum website. "Come explore four centuries of American history in one of New Hampshire's oldest waterfront neighborhoods."  ]]>1960falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/87-foreside-consignment-gallery--70490154Martin stops in and talks with Nancy Jones at Foreside Consignment Gallery in Falmouth, Maine about her eight month old shop that is bustling with business on the beautiful Maine coast. Listen in as they discuss what it was like growing up in a big household of antique dealers and auctioneers and much more. Click the moosehead image to visit the shop's website.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=4850Sat, 18 Jun 2011 01:49:48 +0000Martin WillisMartin stops in and talks with Nancy Jones at Foreside Consignment Gallery in Falmouth, Maine about her eight month old shop that is bustling with business on the beautiful Maine coast. Listen in as they discuss what it was like growing up in a big...Martin stops in and talks with Nancy Jones at Foreside Consignment Gallery in Falmouth, Maine about her eight month old shop that is bustling with business on the beautiful Maine coast. Listen in as they discuss what it was like growing up in a big household of antique dealers and auctioneers and much more. Click the moosehead image to visit the shop's website.]]>1727falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/86-allan-breed-cabinetmaker--70490219Martin visits master craftsman Allan Breed at his shop & School of Fine Woodworking in Rollinsford, NH. They talk about the construction of period American furniture, carving and early American apprenticeships. Of all cabinetmakers in the US, Allan was chosen to make an exact copy of the most important piece of American furniture, the 1760s Nicholas Brown Six Shell Desk/Bookcase by John Goddard (click here). Allan runs a school sharing his knowledge & skills of using hand tools almost exclusively for fine furniture in the manner of the 18th century. You can stop in at Allan's website by clicking the image to the above right. Click here for a short video clip of the workshop/school.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=4783Thu, 09 Jun 2011 22:58:52 +0000Martin WillisMartin visits master craftsman Allan Breed at his shop & School of Fine Woodworking in Rollinsford, NH. They talk about the construction of period American furniture, carving and early American apprenticeships. Of all cabinetmakers in the US,...Martin visits master craftsman Allan Breed at his shop & School of Fine Woodworking in Rollinsford, NH. They talk about the construction of period American furniture, carving and early American apprenticeships. Of all cabinetmakers in the US, Allan was chosen to make an exact copy of the most important piece of American furniture, the 1760s Nicholas Brown Six Shell Desk/Bookcase by John Goddard (click here). Allan runs a school sharing his knowledge & skills of using hand tools almost exclusively for fine furniture in the manner of the 18th century. You can stop in at Allan's website by clicking the image to the above right. Click here for a short video clip of the workshop/school.]]>2223falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/85-veteran-dealer-paul-decoste--70490160Martin visits veteran dealer Paul DeCoste in Massachusetts who specializes in antique marine & scientific instruments. They talk about Paul's background, the people who shared knowledge with him and what the current market is like. Listen in to hear about a "best find" an Aaron Willard Orrery (an orrery pictured to the left). They later discuss rare ivory scrimshaw, famous scrimshanders (Susan's Teeth), fakes and the strict government enforcement on ivory "smuggling". For a related blog, click here. If you have items of interest in these categories, you can contact Paul at: 978-363-1420]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=4759Sat, 04 Jun 2011 00:33:47 +0000Martin WillisMartin visits veteran dealer Paul DeCoste in Massachusetts who specializes in antique marine & scientific instruments. They talk about Paul's background, the people who shared knowledge with him and what the current market is like. Listen in to...Martin visits veteran dealer Paul DeCoste in Massachusetts who specializes in antique marine & scientific instruments. They talk about Paul's background, the people who shared knowledge with him and what the current market is like. Listen in to hear about a "best find" an Aaron Willard Orrery (an orrery pictured to the left). They later discuss rare ivory scrimshaw, famous scrimshanders (Susan's Teeth), fakes and the strict government enforcement on ivory "smuggling". For a related blog, click here. If you have items of interest in these categories, you can contact Paul at: 978-363-1420]]>2665falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/84-frank-farmer-loomis--70490201Martin talks to antique appraiser and radio show host of Keep Antiquing, Frank Farmer Loomis. Frank and Martin discuss museums, Nazi stolen artworks, and an unusual book signing. Frank's sense of humor is always appreciated! Click Frank's image to visit his website.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=4749Fri, 27 May 2011 00:54:31 +0000Martin WillisMartin talks to antique appraiser and radio show host of Keep Antiquing, Frank Farmer Loomis. Frank and Martin discuss museums, Nazi stolen artworks, and an unusual book signing. Frank's sense of humor is always appreciated! Click Frank's image to...Martin talks to antique appraiser and radio show host of Keep Antiquing, Frank Farmer Loomis. Frank and Martin discuss museums, Nazi stolen artworks, and an unusual book signing. Frank's sense of humor is always appreciated! Click Frank's image to visit his website.]]>2179falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/83-gene-shannon--70490184Martin & Thelema speak with phone guest Gene Shannon of Shannon Fine Art Auctioneers about the company's recent 5 million dollar auction, what is hot & what is not so hot in the art collecting world. Click Gene's image to visit Shannon Fine Art Auctioneers website.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=4739Fri, 20 May 2011 16:42:08 +0000Martin WillisMartin & Thelema speak with phone guest Gene Shannon of Shannon Fine Art Auctioneers about the company's recent 5 million dollar auction, what is hot & what is not so hot in the art collecting world. Click Gene's image to visit Shannon Fine...Martin & Thelema speak with phone guest Gene Shannon of Shannon Fine Art Auctioneers about the company's recent 5 million dollar auction, what is hot & what is not so hot in the art collecting world. Click Gene's image to visit Shannon Fine Art Auctioneers website.]]>2385falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/82-janine-skerry-on-matthew-boulton--70490187In conjunction with the American Decorative Arts Forum, Martin along with co-host Susan Doherty interviews Janine Skerry of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation on the subject of Matthew Boulton, Sheffield plate maker and entrepreneur. Listen in to hear the multifaceted in-depth knowledge of our guest as we discuss the amazing life of Boulton, the process of silver plate making and much more. For more information on Matthew Boulton, click here.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=4728Fri, 13 May 2011 04:16:46 +0000Martin WillisIn conjunction with the http://www.adafca.org, Martin along with co-host Susan Doherty interviews Janine Skerry of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation on the subject of Matthew Boulton, Sheffield plate maker and entrepreneur. Listen in to hear the...In conjunction with the American Decorative Arts Forum, Martin along with co-host Susan Doherty interviews Janine Skerry of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation on the subject of Matthew Boulton, Sheffield plate maker and entrepreneur. Listen in to hear the multifaceted in-depth knowledge of our guest as we discuss the amazing life of Boulton, the process of silver plate making and much more. For more information on Matthew Boulton, click here.]]>2558falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/76-harry-rinker--70490206Martin interviews Antique media personality and author, Harry Rinker who shares some great insight on today's world on antiques and collectibles. Visit Harry's website here. ]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=4380Fri, 08 Apr 2011 06:13:42 +0000Martin WillisMartin interviews Antique media personality and author, Harry Rinker who shares some great insight on today's world on antiques and collectibles. Visit Harry's website http://www.harryrinker.com/Martin interviews Antique media personality and author, Harry Rinker who shares some great insight on today's world on antiques and collectibles. Visit Harry's website here. ]]>2099falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/75-vintage-with-vengeance--70490203Martin interviews the authors and creators of a great new blog site, Sally Schwartz and Danny Alias. In a nutshell the blog was spawned by the two having some kind of mid-life crises. If you like antiques and vintage as well as laughing, this podcast is for you. Check out the blog by clicking the image. Check out the Sally Schwartz Randolph Street Market website here and Danny's Broadway Antique Market here. Check out Martin's blog on "vintage" here. All images courtesy of Danny Alias (not Google)
]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=4298Fri, 01 Apr 2011 03:42:59 +0000Martin WillisMartin interviews the authors and creators of a great new blog site, Sally Schwartz and Danny Alias. In a nutshell the blog was spawned by the two having some kind of mid-life crises. If you like antiques and vintage as well as laughing, this...Martin interviews the authors and creators of a great new blog site, Sally Schwartz and Danny Alias. In a nutshell the blog was spawned by the two having some kind of mid-life crises. If you like antiques and vintage as well as laughing, this podcast is for you. Check out the blog by clicking the image. Check out the Sally Schwartz Randolph Street Market website here and Danny's Broadway Antique Market here. Check out Martin's blog on "vintage" here. All images courtesy of Danny Alias (not Google)
]]>2645falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/74-teri-franks-of-fine-art-registry--70490209Martin talks to CEO Teri Franks of Fine Art Registry. Listen in to find out the advantages of registering your artwork and how the service can benefit you as an artist or collector. They talk about art fakes, frauds and much more. Click here for Fine Art Registry's website with comprehensive information and 100s of art related articles and services..]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=4271Fri, 25 Mar 2011 21:06:15 +0000Martin WillisMartin talks to CEO Teri Franks of Fine Art Registry. Listen in to find out the advantages of registering your artwork and how the service can benefit you as an artist or collector. They talk about art fakes, frauds and much more....Martin talks to CEO Teri Franks of Fine Art Registry. Listen in to find out the advantages of registering your artwork and how the service can benefit you as an artist or collector. They talk about art fakes, frauds and much more. Click here for Fine Art Registry's website with comprehensive information and 100s of art related articles and services..]]>2509falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/73-paul-gilmartin-on-danish-modern-design--70490192Martin meets with TBS Dinner & a Movie host Paul Gilmartin who talks about his love for the Danish Modern design.  They discuss Paul's passion – his craft of hand shaped pieces in the Danish style. Click here to see Paul's work.  ]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=4254Fri, 18 Mar 2011 06:38:41 +0000Martin WillisMartin meets with http://www.tbs.com/stories/story/0,,858,00.html host Paul Gilmartin who talks about his love for the Danish Modern design.  They discuss Paul's passion – his craft of hand shaped pieces in the Danish style. Click...Martin meets with TBS Dinner & a Movie host Paul Gilmartin who talks about his love for the Danish Modern design.  They discuss Paul's passion – his craft of hand shaped pieces in the Danish style. Click here to see Paul's work.  ]]>2255falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/72-tiffany-art-glass--70490194Reyne & Martin record an informational podcast together on one of Reyne's specialties, Louis Comfort Tiffany's art glass.  They talk about the beginnings to when it had fallen out of favor in the 1930s to the 1960s. They discuss Lillian Nassau's role in bringing the collectibility back and what the market is like today. They also touch on art glass such as Loetz, Durand, Quezal, Steuben, Ludberg and more. Check out Martin's blog on Tiffany Glass: Click Here]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=4152Fri, 11 Mar 2011 03:57:55 +0000Martin WillisReyne & Martin record an informational podcast together on one of Reyne's specialties, Louis Comfort Tiffany's art glass.  They talk about the beginnings to when it had fallen out of favor in the 1930s to the 1960s. They...Reyne & Martin record an informational podcast together on one of Reyne's specialties, Louis Comfort Tiffany's art glass.  They talk about the beginnings to when it had fallen out of favor in the 1930s to the 1960s. They discuss Lillian Nassau's role in bringing the collectibility back and what the market is like today. They also touch on art glass such as Loetz, Durand, Quezal, Steuben, Ludberg and more. Check out Martin's blog on Tiffany Glass: Click Here]]>2292falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/71-don-carpentier-on-mochaware--70490162Martin talks with guest Don Carpentier from Eastfield Village, New York about his skilled craftsmanship of recreating mocha wares (click here for info.), and the historical rescue of the early ceramics molds (60,000 of them) from the closed Spode Factory in England. Click here for here for images & history of Spode . Click here to visit Don's website.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=4082Fri, 04 Mar 2011 06:27:00 +0000Martin WillisMartin talks with guest Don Carpentier from Eastfield Village, New York about his skilled craftsmanship of recreating mocha wares http://www.adafca.org/events/112/utilitarian-pottery-or-modern-art-mocha-and-related-dipwares-1780-1840/, and the...Martin talks with guest Don Carpentier from Eastfield Village, New York about his skilled craftsmanship of recreating mocha wares (click here for info.), and the historical rescue of the early ceramics molds (60,000 of them) from the closed Spode Factory in England. Click here for here for images & history of Spode . Click here to visit Don's website.]]>1995falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/70-robin-starr-skinner-inc--70490197Martin welcomes a new co-host, Thelema Dietler.  She and Martin speak with Robin S. R. Starr, Director of American & European Paintings & Prints at Skinner Auction House. Listen as they discuss Skinner’s growth and successes, including the sale of a $5.5 million Fitz Hugh (Henry) Lane painting. They talk further about other incredible finds and the current state of the antique auction world. Skinner is one of the world’s most exclusive auction houses with gallery locations in Marlborough and Boston, Massachusetts. Visit Skinner Auction House for Antiques and Fine Art online.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=3933Fri, 25 Feb 2011 05:29:48 +0000Martin WillisMartin welcomes a new co-host, Thelema Dietler.  She and Martin speak with Robin S. R. Starr, Director of American & European Paintings & Prints at Skinner Auction House. Listen as they discuss Skinner’s growth and successes, including the...Martin welcomes a new co-host, Thelema Dietler.  She and Martin speak with Robin S. R. Starr, Director of American & European Paintings & Prints at Skinner Auction House. Listen as they discuss Skinner’s growth and successes, including the sale of a $5.5 million Fitz Hugh (Henry) Lane painting. They talk further about other incredible finds and the current state of the antique auction world. Skinner is one of the world’s most exclusive auction houses with gallery locations in Marlborough and Boston, Massachusetts. Visit Skinner Auction House for Antiques and Fine Art online.]]>2469falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/69-ruth-rhoten-on-silver--70490196Click image for details of restoration; before and after of the Fire Trumpet Martin visits artisan Ruth Rhoten, silversmith, goldsmith & artist at her studio. They talk about her wonderful silver making as well as her antique silver conservation work for dealers and collectors nationwide. (we apologize for the background noise of heavy rain) Ruth's website: Here. Our video at the studio: Here.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=3831Fri, 18 Feb 2011 04:09:41 +0000Martin WillisClick image for details of restoration; before and after of the Fire Trumpet Martin visits artisan Ruth Rhoten, silversmith, goldsmith & artist at her studio. They talk about her wonderful silver making as well as her antique silver conservation...Click image for details of restoration; before and after of the Fire Trumpet Martin visits artisan Ruth Rhoten, silversmith, goldsmith & artist at her studio. They talk about her wonderful silver making as well as her antique silver conservation work for dealers and collectors nationwide. (we apologize for the background noise of heavy rain) Ruth's website: Here. Our video at the studio: Here.]]>1815falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/68-pixar-s-dice-tsutsumi--70490207Click Image for Website Click to Enlarge Martin drops in at Pixar Animation Studio and talks with artist Dice (Daisuke) Tsutsumi about his journey as an artist and what brought him to Pixar. Dice talks about what it was like as the art director behind the scenes of creating Toy Story 3 and his love of painting. Artists Help Japan – Earthquake & Tsunami 2011 Visit the website to donate here.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=3721Fri, 11 Feb 2011 06:05:28 +0000Martin WillisClick Image for Website Click to Enlarge Martin drops in at Pixar Animation Studio and talks with artist Dice (Daisuke) Tsutsumi about his journey as an artist and what brought him to Pixar. Dice talks about what it was like as the art director behind...Click Image for Website Click to Enlarge Martin drops in at Pixar Animation Studio and talks with artist Dice (Daisuke) Tsutsumi about his journey as an artist and what brought him to Pixar. Dice talks about what it was like as the art director behind the scenes of creating Toy Story 3 and his love of painting. Artists Help Japan – Earthquake & Tsunami 2011 Visit the website to donate here.]]>2254falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/67-russ-goldberger-antique-dealer--70490179Click the ducks to visit RJG Antiques. Martin interviews Russ Goldberger about his road to success and how he has utilized the power of the internet to promote antiques. Listen in as they talk about decoys, folk art, objects with original painted surfaces and how to market them in today's business climate.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=3594Fri, 04 Feb 2011 17:34:30 +0000Martin WillisClick the ducks to visit RJG Antiques. Martin interviews Russ Goldberger about his road to success and how he has utilized the power of the internet to promote antiques. Listen in as they talk about decoys, folk art, objects with original painted...Click the ducks to visit RJG Antiques. Martin interviews Russ Goldberger about his road to success and how he has utilized the power of the internet to promote antiques. Listen in as they talk about decoys, folk art, objects with original painted surfaces and how to market them in today's business climate.]]>2049falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/66-la-modern-s-peter-loughrey--70490216Martin interviews Peter Loughrey, Founder & Director of Los Angeles Modern Auctions. Listen in as they talk about the spectacular Max Palevsky Interior to be offered in March with several custom pieces by Ettore Sottsass. They also talk about several facets of the collecting hobby of Mid-century Modern, and Contemporary Design. Click here for LA Modern Auctions.  Click here for our podcast with Mid-Century Modern dealer Dave Shaw.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=3440Fri, 28 Jan 2011 15:11:26 +0000Martin WillisMartin interviews Peter Loughrey, Founder & Director of Los Angeles Modern Auctions. Listen in as they talk about the spectacular Max Palevsky Interior to be offered in March with several custom pieces by Ettore Sottsass. They also talk about...Martin interviews Peter Loughrey, Founder & Director of Los Angeles Modern Auctions. Listen in as they talk about the spectacular Max Palevsky Interior to be offered in March with several custom pieces by Ettore Sottsass. They also talk about several facets of the collecting hobby of Mid-century Modern, and Contemporary Design. Click here for LA Modern Auctions.  Click here for our podcast with Mid-Century Modern dealer Dave Shaw.]]>2196falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/65-abraham-lincoln-scholar-harold-holzer--70490177Martin interviews the leading authority on Abraham Lincoln, historian Harold Holzer. Listen in as they talk about Lincoln's life and struggles through the Civil War. Click here for Martin's blog on Abraham Lincoln's writings.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=3351Fri, 21 Jan 2011 06:22:19 +0000Martin WillisMartin interviews the leading authority on Abraham Lincoln, historian Harold Holzer. Listen in as they talk about Lincoln's life and struggles through the Civil War. Click http://antiqueauctionforum.com/blog/the-writings-of-abraham-lincoln/ for...Martin interviews the leading authority on Abraham Lincoln, historian Harold Holzer. Listen in as they talk about Lincoln's life and struggles through the Civil War. Click here for Martin's blog on Abraham Lincoln's writings.]]>2355falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/64-mark-moran-fw-publications--70490185http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=3237Fri, 14 Jan 2011 07:22:52 +0000Martin WillisMartin & Reyne talk to Mark Moran, antique appraiser, author of over 25 books on antiques & collectibles and editor of FW Publications. Mark is an interesting guest with a love for the business and has an outstanding diversified knowledge of...2381falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/63-worthpoint-ceo-will-seippel--70490223Martin & Reyne interview Will Seippel, the CEO of Worthpoint, the most active antique website in the world with 200,000 hits a day! They talk about Worthpoint's trilogy of websites including GoAntiques and PriceMiner.  Listen in to hear the amazing future plans of Worthpoint rolling out soon. Click on logos to visit websites. ]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=3178Sat, 08 Jan 2011 03:10:46 +0000Martin WillisMartin & Reyne interview Will Seippel, the CEO of Worthpoint, the most active antique website in the world with 200,000 hits a day! They talk about Worthpoint's trilogy of websites including GoAntiques and PriceMiner.  Listen in to hear the...Martin & Reyne interview Will Seippel, the CEO of Worthpoint, the most active antique website in the world with 200,000 hits a day! They talk about Worthpoint's trilogy of websites including GoAntiques and PriceMiner.  Listen in to hear the amazing future plans of Worthpoint rolling out soon. Click on logos to visit websites. ]]>2547falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/62-ebay-s-griff-part-ii--70490208 Part I with eBay's Griff Click Here]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=2913Fri, 31 Dec 2010 06:54:29 +0000Martin WillisIn this segment Martin talks again to eBay's Senior Manager of Seller Advocacy and Spokesperson Griff. Feedback is further discussed, and new changes that help on the seller's side. Martin asks why eBay left the Live Auction world and they end... Part I with eBay's Griff Click Here]]>2016falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/61-master-swordsmith-scott-slobodian--70490198Click Image to visit website. Martin talks with master swordsmith Scott Slobodian on his fine artisan craft. They talk about the history of Japanese swordmaking and more. His buyers range from someone who saves up for a few years to buy one sword all the way up to the Sultan of Brunei. Scott has won many major awards including Knives Illustrated, "Best Knife of The Year" for four consecutive years. In 1996 he also won Blade Magazine's "Best Art Knife of The Year."  Scott has been featured in every major knife magazine in the US, Europe & Japan. He is also a member of the Knifemaker's Guild, USA, Germany & Italy. His knives are represented in major collections in 18 countries.
]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=2473Fri, 24 Dec 2010 08:06:38 +0000Martin WillisClick Image to visit website. Martin talks with master swordsmith Scott Slobodian on his fine artisan craft. They talk about the history of Japanese swordmaking and more. His buyers range from someone who saves up for a few years to buy one sword all...Click Image to visit website. Martin talks with master swordsmith Scott Slobodian on his fine artisan craft. They talk about the history of Japanese swordmaking and more. His buyers range from someone who saves up for a few years to buy one sword all the way up to the Sultan of Brunei. Scott has won many major awards including Knives Illustrated, "Best Knife of The Year" for four consecutive years. In 1996 he also won Blade Magazine's "Best Art Knife of The Year."  Scott has been featured in every major knife magazine in the US, Europe & Japan. He is also a member of the Knifemaker's Guild, USA, Germany & Italy. His knives are represented in major collections in 18 countries.
]]>2099falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/60-ebay-spokesperson-griff-part-i--70490199Part I of II. Martin visits the eBay campus in San Jose, CA and interviews spokesperson Jim (GRIFF) Griffith, Senior Manager, Seller Strategy/Advocacy. Listen in to hear the beginnings of the company, the reason for the changes in the seller feedback system, and eBay feelings about the "little guy" vs big vendors. Martin talks about how eBay affected the auction business and what adjustments were made. Martin asks about certain rumors, Griff discusses some great evolving changes and much more. Griff can be heard live twice a week on eBay Radio, click here Part II Click Here. *Correction: Martin states he was an eBay member since July, 1997 and it was July, 1998.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=2378Fri, 17 Dec 2010 06:51:56 +0000Martin WillisPart I of II. Martin visits the eBay campus in San Jose, CA and interviews spokesperson Jim (GRIFF) Griffith, Senior Manager, Seller Strategy/Advocacy. Listen in to hear the beginnings of the company, the reason for the changes in the seller feedback...Part I of II. Martin visits the eBay campus in San Jose, CA and interviews spokesperson Jim (GRIFF) Griffith, Senior Manager, Seller Strategy/Advocacy. Listen in to hear the beginnings of the company, the reason for the changes in the seller feedback system, and eBay feelings about the "little guy" vs big vendors. Martin talks about how eBay affected the auction business and what adjustments were made. Martin asks about certain rumors, Griff discusses some great evolving changes and much more. Griff can be heard live twice a week on eBay Radio, click here Part II Click Here. *Correction: Martin states he was an eBay member since July, 1997 and it was July, 1998.]]>2024falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/59-eric-bradley-antique-trader--70490217here. Antique Trader Website, click here. Antique Trader Blog, click here.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=2214Fri, 10 Dec 2010 15:51:13 +0000Martin WillisEric Bradley joins Reyne Haines & Martin Willis to discuss what the Antique Trader is doing to grow awareness in the hobby of collecting. Read our blog on Eric http://antiqueauctionforum.com/antique_trader_eric_bradley Antique Trader Website,...here. Antique Trader Website, click here. Antique Trader Blog, click here.]]>1925falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/58-thomas-jefferson-part-iii-monticello--70490218Curator Susan Stein joins us for Thomas Jefferson Part III. We talk about Jefferson's Monticello transitioning over the years, his five year Parisian influence which created the cosmopolitan feel of the Monticello interior and more. Listen in to hear what items have been recovered from the January 15th, 1827 Five Day Dispersal Auction, and what things never left the house. Susan also talks about recent changes and what is in store. Visit the Monticello Website HERE. Thomas Jefferson I, Andrew Burstein  HERE. Thomas Jefferson II, Andrew Burstein  HERE.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=2076Fri, 03 Dec 2010 15:56:35 +0000Martin WillisCurator Susan Stein joins us for Thomas Jefferson Part III. We talk about Jefferson's Monticello transitioning over the years, his five year Parisian influence which created the cosmopolitan feel of the Monticello interior and more. Listen in to hear...Curator Susan Stein joins us for Thomas Jefferson Part III. We talk about Jefferson's Monticello transitioning over the years, his five year Parisian influence which created the cosmopolitan feel of the Monticello interior and more. Listen in to hear what items have been recovered from the January 15th, 1827 Five Day Dispersal Auction, and what things never left the house. Susan also talks about recent changes and what is in store. Visit the Monticello Website HERE. Thomas Jefferson I, Andrew Burstein  HERE. Thomas Jefferson II, Andrew Burstein  HERE.]]>1895falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/57-astronaut-artist-alan-bean--70490210 Listen in is as Alan Bean talks about his unique paintings and what he does in a lunar way to prepare them. He talks about his surreal Apollo 12 experience while standing on the moon and how it inspired his art. Alan is a fine gentleman with a sense of humor. Click here to reach Alan Bean's Art Gallery website. Click here to watch a video on Alan Bean.
Intro music: "Walking In The Air" by George Winston
]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=1863Fri, 26 Nov 2010 17:59:42 +0000Martin WillisMartin & Phyllis interview the only artist that can claim that he walked on the moon! Listen in is as Alan Bean talks about his unique paintings and what he does in a lunar way to prepare them. He talks about his surreal Apollo 12 experience while... Listen in is as Alan Bean talks about his unique paintings and what he does in a lunar way to prepare them. He talks about his surreal Apollo 12 experience while standing on the moon and how it inspired his art. Alan is a fine gentleman with a sense of humor. Click here to reach Alan Bean's Art Gallery website. Click here to watch a video on Alan Bean.
Intro music: "Walking In The Air" by George Winston
]]>1789falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/56-auction-kings-paul-brown-interview--70490228Auction Kings Paul Brown joins Martin to talk about the inside scoop on the new Discovery Channel's hit show. Listen in as Paul talks about what has changed in his life & at Gallery 63 since the show aired. Paul also talks about his background and what it was like growing up in the auction business and a lot more.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=1518Thu, 25 Nov 2010 00:57:22 +0000Martin WillisAuction Kings Paul Brown joins Martin to talk about the inside scoop on the new Discovery Channel's hit show. Listen in as Paul talks about what has changed in his life & at Gallery 63 since the show aired. Paul also talks about his background and...Auction Kings Paul Brown joins Martin to talk about the inside scoop on the new Discovery Channel's hit show. Listen in as Paul talks about what has changed in his life & at Gallery 63 since the show aired. Paul also talks about his background and what it was like growing up in the auction business and a lot more.]]>2107falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/55-historian-andrew-burstein-on-thomas-jefferson-part-ii--70490212LSU Professor & Jefferson Scholar Andrew Burstein joins us for Thomas Jefferson, Part II. Listen in to hear about Jefferson's struggles with slavery, his concubinage relationship with Sally Hemings, what Jefferson might think about today's immigration issues & more. Toward the end of the episode we speak briefly about Monticello. Thomas Jefferson Part I  HERE. Part III Jefferson's Monticello HERE]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=1099Fri, 19 Nov 2010 18:01:52 +0000Martin WillisLSU Professor & Jefferson Scholar Andrew Burstein joins us for Thomas Jefferson, Part II. Listen in to hear about Jefferson's struggles with slavery, his concubinage relationship with Sally Hemings, what Jefferson might think about today's...LSU Professor & Jefferson Scholar Andrew Burstein joins us for Thomas Jefferson, Part II. Listen in to hear about Jefferson's struggles with slavery, his concubinage relationship with Sally Hemings, what Jefferson might think about today's immigration issues & more. Toward the end of the episode we speak briefly about Monticello. Thomas Jefferson Part I  HERE. Part III Jefferson's Monticello HERE]]>2535falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/54-darren-julien-auctioneer-of-the-stars--70490211]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=552Fri, 12 Nov 2010 04:12:35 +0000Martin WillisReturn guest Darren Julien is back with more stories. He talks about his auction in Macau China where he sold a basketball signed by Michael Jordan & Michael Jackson for big bucks. He talks about upcoming auctions "Icons & Idols" with John...]]>1355falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/53-historian-andrew-burstein-on-thomas-jefferson-part-i--70490222Martin and Phyllis speak with phone guest, Historian & Jefferson Scholar, LSU Professor Andrew Burstein about Thomas Jefferson’s letters, his beliefs & sentiments, and what 18th century life was like. We have a Skype caller, John Logan from Rhode Island who asks a few questions. Thomas Jefferson II, Andrew Burstein  HERE. Thomas Jefferson III Monticello HERE]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=415Fri, 05 Nov 2010 00:25:56 +0000Martin WillisMartin and Phyllis speak with phone guest, Historian & Jefferson Scholar, LSU Professor Andrew Burstein about Thomas Jefferson’s letters, his beliefs & sentiments, and what 18th century life was like. We have a Skype caller, John Logan from...Martin and Phyllis speak with phone guest, Historian & Jefferson Scholar, LSU Professor Andrew Burstein about Thomas Jefferson’s letters, his beliefs & sentiments, and what 18th century life was like. We have a Skype caller, John Logan from Rhode Island who asks a few questions. Thomas Jefferson II, Andrew Burstein  HERE. Thomas Jefferson III Monticello HERE]]>2198falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bonus-podcast-with-auctionwally--70490202We are throwing in this 20 minute podcast as a bonus this week. Martin talks to fellow antique & auction podcaster, Walt Kolenda of Gloucester, MA. Listen in to hear the free services and info that Walt provides for anyone's use and about The AuctionWally Show.  The two touch on all the character auctioneers they have known and more. Click image to go to Walt's website.]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=1329Fri, 05 Nov 2010 00:01:16 +0000Martin WillisWe are throwing in this 20 minute podcast as a bonus this week. Martin talks to fellow antique & auction podcaster, Walt Kolenda of Gloucester, MA. Listen in to hear the free services and info that Walt provides for anyone's use and about The...We are throwing in this 20 minute podcast as a bonus this week. Martin talks to fellow antique & auction podcaster, Walt Kolenda of Gloucester, MA. Listen in to hear the free services and info that Walt provides for anyone's use and about The AuctionWally Show.  The two touch on all the character auctioneers they have known and more. Click image to go to Walt's website.]]>1304falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/52-phone-guest-marc-fagan-on-audubon--70490193]]>http://antiqueauctionforum.com/?p=411Fri, 29 Oct 2010 00:18:11 +0000Martin WillisNeal Auction Company’s Marc Fagan is our phone guest. He talks about John James Audubon,  historical and natural history prints. How the auction gallery handled Hurricane Katrina & more. Click the image to go to website.]]>2272falsefull