Antique Auction Forum

Part one of two, Martin interviews dealers at The Original Miami Beach Antique Show (largest indoor antique show in the world). This episode's dealers are:  Marco Astrologo of Branded Luxury Unlimited (Louis Vuitton); Phil Larke on O.S.A.R. Antiques on Amphora art pottery, and Peter Rudolph of McClees Gallery on fine art. Tune in to part II on: Galle glass, Picasso pottery and Georg Jensen silver. Click here to watch our video. Branded Luxury Unlimited: brandedluxuryunlimited.com Send an email to Phil Larke on Amphora McClees Gallery: mccleesgalleries.com

Martin chats with a young & fun American folk art dealer who began collecting at age five! Listen in as Kate talks about getting her generation active in the antiques world, the struggles they face and her part in keeping collecting alive. Make sure you visit: mankoamericanfolkart.com

Tom Johnson and Arlene Palmer Schwind Martin steps into the beautiful Victoria Mansion in Portland, Maine and speaks with curator, Arlene Palmer Schwind and director, Tom Johnson. Listen in as they discuss the beginnings of this fabulous summer home with a Gustave Herter interior, it's near miss with demolition and what is involved in preserving this historical landmark. Check out the mansion's website at victoriamansion.org Check out the video of 2011 Christmas decor here.

Martin chats with knowledgeable dealer/collector Ron Burkey in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. They discuss militaria trends, what is hot and what is not. They also talk about cautionary purchasing for the novice collector and explore many facets of collecting! You can visit Ron's website at flyingtigerantiques.comComplete show transcription here.

Martin pays a visit to Maine Antique Digest and speaks with Sally, Kate & Clayton Pennington about MAD's beginnings, controversial stories, present day happenings of the periodical.. the internet affects and the antiques world. Click the image to visit the Maine Antique Digest's website. SHOW TRANSCRIPT HEREVideo clip here.

Martin talks to Mike Overby of Coeur d'Alene Art Auction about their recent $16.8 million auction, and some of their strategies for success. They further discuss the state of the Western art market, what collectors may consider when buying (& selling) and much more. Click the image to visit the Coeur d'Alene Art Auction website. Click here for a CBS video Click here for show transcription.

Martin talks to author Gayle Soucek about her book: "Marshall Fields: The Store that Helped Build Chicago" and the overall interesting history of the city. Listen in to hear if Mrs O'Leary's cow had anything to do with the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 and much more.

Martin visits Rob Elowitch of Barridoff Galleries in Portland, Maine. They talk about Barridoff's presence in the art auction world, past and upcoming highlights including the annual summer auction on August 5th, 2011. They also discuss Rob's amazing wrestling career, and his movie "Canvasman" click here for a  trailer of the independent film which encompasses both Rob Elowitch's art life and Robbie Ellis' wrestling world. Click the image of the Maurice de Vlaminck still life to visit the Barridoff Galleries website.

Martin visits Strawberry Banke for Part Two with Chief Curator, Kimberly Alexander, they talk about this year's exhibition: "Fitz John Porter – Civil War Hero or Coward?" Major General Fitz John Porter was a Civil War soldier, born in Portsmouth, NH. He was court marshaled after the second battle of Bull Run by disobeying orders that in fact would have annihilated his troops. It took sixteen years for exoneration.  Listen in as Kimberly talks about the amazing story of finding the long lost sword of the officer and much more. Click the image for the exhibition page on the Strawberry Banke website.

Martin visits historic Strawberry Banke in Portsmouth, New Hampshire and chats with the Chief Curator, Kimberly Alexander. This riverside museum has 35 structures dating all the way back to 1695 (only two buildings were moved to the site). Kimberly is a wonderful guest with a passion for preserving history. Click the image to visit the Strawberry Banke Museum website. "Come explore four centuries of American history in one of New Hampshire's oldest waterfront neighborhoods."