Treasure or Trinket? Antiques Appraisals

Expert appraiser Nick Dawes will discuss the world of appraising  using selected visitors’ items as examples, and explain why some items  have monetary value and some do not.

Mr. Dawes is Senior Vice President of Heritage Auctions and a former  Sotheby’s auctioneer, has taught at Parsons School of Design since 1985,  and has authored four books on decorative arts. Nick is also Chairman  and CEO of Salmagundi, New York’s oldest artist’s club, founded in  1871. He is familiar to many through over 100 appearances as an expert  appraiser for PBS ‘Antiques Roadshow’. He has lived in Millburn for many  years.

• DO bring one small item -- ceramics, glass, metalwork and small furniture
• DON’T bring coins, jewelry, paintings, prints, books, stamps
• Bring items between 1 and 1:30; talk will begin at 1:35.

The event will take place at The Woodland, 60 Woodland Rd in Maplewood. Durand-Hedden and Mr. Dawes are not responsible for loss or breakage of any items.