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A sampling of Chapter 3 of Tang Hui's untitled doctoral thesis on Chinese enameled porcelains of the 18th century

Our continued sampling of Dr Tang Hui's doctoral dissertation on 18th century Chinese enameled porcelains and why they became luxury and status symbols.

Part 2 of our coverage of Dr Hui's doctoral thesis on 18th C. Chinese enameled porcelains, published in 2017

A review of the media in which American artist Winslow Homer worked and the probabilities of finding his works of art available for sale.

A brief examination and sampling from Tang Hui's doctoral dissertation on aspects of Chinese porcelain manufacture and trade during the 18th century - part 1.

Tips on how to use the export mark Made in Germany to date production of German goods.

LeRoy Neiman prints are very collectible but they come in a variety of grades and types about the savvy collector should be knowledgeable.

We give our interpretation of sellers asking 15,000 USD for a Millennium Princess Barbie, and other such pricing scams.

A check list of the important characteristics to consider when buying McKenney and Hall Indian prints.

We offer Staffordshire collectors some tips for identifying authentic Staffordshire figures with clues for accurately dating them.