4+ day, 22+ hour ago   (285+ words) What do a Tiki menu, a Revolutionary War broadside, a first-edition book, and a pop-up have in common? They were all made of paper, and all were meant to be used, handled, read, and eventually discarded. Somehow, they survived. The…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (1151+ words) If you’re an Antiques Roadshow lover, then you’ll probably recognize this name: Pook & Pook, a highly regarded auction house. Dealers from this enterprise frequently provide appraisals on the show, and I had hoped to spot one of them, such as…...

2+ mon, 5+ day ago   (345+ words) Antique Trader America's 250th anniversary provides the backdrop for the July issue of Kovels Antique Trader, where history, patriotism, and collecting come together in stories that celebrate the people, objects, and traditions that have shaped the nation.The celebration begins with…...

3+ mon, 5+ day ago   (289+ words) Antique Trader A Look Inside the June 2026 Issue of Kovels Antique Trader From folk art and flag pins to trench art and treasured Americana, the June issue explores the objects that help tell America’s story. America's 250th anniversary takes center stage…...

3+ mon, 2+ week ago   (139+ words) “I thought it was pretty,” a guest on a recent Antiques Roadshow episode said about the clutch he brought along, which he had paid $1.50 for at a thrift store. He quickly found out there was more to it than good…...

4+ mon, 2+ day ago   (345+ words) “The sculpture garden is a dynamic art,” explains English landscape historian John Dixon Hunt in the book, Thinking the Sculpture Garden: Art, Plant, Landscape. “It changes through time moment by moment, weather system by weather system, season by season, year…...

4+ mon, 1+ week ago   (379+ words) The May 2026 issue of Kovels Antique Trader offers collectors a mix of history, artistry, design, and seasonal inspiration, with features celebrating both the practical and whimsical sides of collecting. Our own jewelry genius, Pamela Wiggins Siegel, explores the sparkling world…...

4+ mon, 2+ week ago   (1344+ words) There’s a difference between reusing and reimagining. While Earth Day draws attention to sustainability, upcycling is a practice that matters year-round. Upcycling goes beyond recycling. It transforms overlooked objects into something with renewed purpose, whether functional or decorative. This is…...

4+ mon, 4+ week ago   (828+ words) Easter may not have inspired the type of vast commercial merchandise industry associated with Christmas, but collectors have long embraced ceramics that capture the spirit of the season. From Victorian majolica to mid-century American art pottery, spring-themed pieces featuring rabbits,…...

5+ mon, 5+ day ago   (294+ words) From ceramics in full bloom to a Fabergé masterpiece that shattered expectations, the April issue of Kovels Antique Trader welcomes spring with a fresh mix of artistry, history, and market insight. This month’s cover story celebrates the enduring appeal of…...