by Donna McGill | Nov 4, 2009 | Buying Art Pottery, Newcomb College Pottery
Last week, we told you about a valuable Newcomb Pottery vase that was found in a thrift store and sold for more than $3,000. If you thought it was a fluke, think again. This week, we received an email from a fellow art pottery collector who also found a...
by Donna McGill | Nov 2, 2009 | Buying Art Pottery
Ah, you can sense it in the air – the colder weather is on its way and that means the traditional holiday season is nearing as well. If you're like me, you know how difficult it is to buy for that one person on your list; you know- the one who has...
by Donna McGill | Oct 1, 2009 | Buying Art Pottery
Most of us, as we're beginning to collect and appreciate art pottery, will begin our collections with smaller pieces. Perhaps we started with a few McCoy cookie jars and realized somewhere along the way a real passion for American pottery. We become...
by Donna McGill | Sep 23, 2009 | Buying Art Pottery, Roseville Pottery
August generally marks the end of the summer months. It symbolizes the beginning of new school years, and for many, it's the tell-tale sign that the holidays are nearing. For collectors, it's also a great time to start eyeing their favorite...
by Greg Myroth | Sep 21, 2006 | Buying Art Pottery
Live auctions can be a good place to purchase art pottery for your personal collection or for resale. However, it is important to realize that in most non-guaranteed sales typically 50% or more of the art pottery for sale is damaged or repaired. Some...
by Greg Myroth | Sep 7, 2006 | Buying Art Pottery
We routinely hear from art pottery collectors about their negative experiences with online pottery purchases. The following are five simple steps you can take to help ensure positive online pottery buying experience. 1. Buy from a member of the American...
