Historically, antiquities have only been a very small part of the art market. However, they are beginning to attract more attention from collectors and investors. The black market for antiques has been restricted, causing tighter controls on access to antiquities, and this, of course, raises the value of each antique and increases interest in this field. Tighter rules and lower… (more…)
Today, the purchase of antiques has a new face. As described on CNNMoney.com, antique purchasing has become more mainstream. This is particularly true in America. While antiques have always been of interest to the highly wealthy, the antiques world in America is finding more regular Americans participating in auctions. Last year at Sotheby’s Antiquities sales the auction house was packed –… (more…)
If you’re looking for an outstanding show piece, or a terrific investment, Hellenistic antiques are a great choice. Phoenix Ancient Art offers a large selection of breathtaking Hellenistic antiqued dating from the 3rs to the 1st centuries B.C., when Greek art was produced under the influence of Alexander the Greet and his successors.It was a time great prosperity. The antiques from this period… (more…)
Last week saw the exciting Brussels Antiques and Fine Arts Fair finish up in Brussels. Phoenix Ancient Art owners Ali Aboutaam and Hicham Aboutaam were part of the 130 vendors who were invited to be part of the 55th year of the fair. Since 1955, Belgium has hosted this fair, said to be the only one of its kind in… (more…)