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What are the new trends in old things?
Interviews by Kimberly Tarr found March
15, 2007 at newsday.com
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"Buyers are looking for dynamic, geometric Art Deco pieces with strong
color. Of particular interest, especially with buyers in the Northeast, are
pieces that depict horses, automobiles and skiing. Additionally, elaborate Art
Nouveau panels - wallpaper, upholstery and rugs - inspired by nature are in
demand."
- Mike Yosha, Yosha Graphics, Merrick, which specializes in vintage prints,
fashion plates and French and European advertising
"Clients are currently looking for well-made, well-executed items by
specific designers.
James Mont, Edward Wormley and Karl Springer pieces are big sellers."
- Nicholas Atkins, Prime Gallery, Southold, which specializes in 20th century
furniture and furnishings by designers from the '30s to the '50s
"Antique platinum engagement rings with 2- to 3-carat cushion and now even
pear shapes are making a comeback. And, when it comes to watches, the public has
discovered high-end brands like Patek Philippe and Vacheron & Constantine,
which previously were known only to extremely wealthy collectors and
connoisseurs."
- Steve Fishman, Steve Fishman Co., Manhasset, which specializes in vintage
watches, estate and period jewelry, and silver
"A Bakelite collector for decades, it has been nice to see its popularity
surge in recent years, moving out of the shoe boxes ... and really coming into
its own. Within the antiques community, Bakelite is now noticed and acknowledged
even by older, more conservative dealers."
- Judy Bergman, What Was Is Vintage, Merrick, which specializes in vintage
costume and estate jewelry, and vintage clothing
"Buyers now in their 40s are nostalgic and sweeping up gems from the 1950s
and 1960s, including pieces by designers Tommi Parzinger, Dunbar Furniture, and
Eames. People remember happiness, whether it is a grandmother's house or items
from one's childhood. Mid-century items with balance and beauty, that really
speak of an era, sell."
- Mary B. Ross, Great Neck, who specializes in 19th and 20th century furniture
and textiles
"People are looking for mid-century furniture and lighting with a nice,
clean look. Sales of more ornate French and Italian pieces appear to be on the
decline. Buyers also know more and are asking for pieces by designer name, like
Paul Evans."
- Mark Kaplan, Long Beach, who specializes in furniture and lighting,
predominantly from the late 19th century to the 1970s
"More intricately designed, high-quality silver is very popular. Because
these types of pieces were made for less than 50 years, there are a finite
number and the demand is only increasing. Buyers appreciate the age and quality
of these scarce pieces."
- Nili Gitig, Huntington, who specializes in American sterling silver
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