Central American Antique

NEW YORK — The Olmec people are believed to be the earliest civilization in Central America, and they lived from about 1200 to 400 BCE in what is now Mexico. They were masters of stonework, and their mask sculptures rank among their most compelling artworks. Although some Olmec masks were worn over the face, most […]

  BOULDER, Colo. – Collecting fads may come and go, but one blue-chip category whose following has grown exponentially over the past century is ancient antiquities. “There will always be a fascination about the way people lived many centuries ago, from prehistoric times through more recent periods. The people may be long gone, but their […]

LAMBERTVILLE, N.J. — Rago’s first-ever Crafted In Wood sale, featuring fine woodworking art from leading contemporary designers, turned in solid results for consignors November 14. Complete results are available at LiveAuctioneers. The 115-lot sale was dominated by items from the Stephen Weinroth collection, which focused on prime examples of craftsmanship from a number of key […]