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Incredible Instagram Finds

Bottom Stopper in shape of a large flower blooming

Last week, we looked at dazzling jewelry from Bella Antiques. Here are more darling items from our dealers on Instagram. Manhattan Rare Books on Instagram Find it here. Estate Silver Co. on Instagram Find it here. Joseph Saidian & Sons on Instagram: Find it here. Solomon Treasure on Instagram Find it here. Kenneth James Collection […]

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Dorothea Lange – at MAAC and at MoMA

1939 Wagon: Cover of An American Exodus: A Record of Human Erosion | DOROTHEA LANGE, PAUL TAYLOR | First edition

At the Manhattan Rare Book Company you’ll find, “An American Exodus: A Record of Human Erosion” by Dorothea Lange and Paul Taylor. ( Contact: 212.326.8907 | info@manhattanrarebooks.com ) It’s a first edition of one of the most important American photobooks. Lange’s photographs: “acknowledge the complexity of the subject, avoid the sentimental, and are informed by […]

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Friday Finds: Instagrammable Items from our Dealers

Tiffany & Co 18k gold and pearl Pen in a box

These dealers frequently post their incredible items on Instagram. Here are a few particularly striking #FridayFinds: Kenneth James Collection on Instagram: Find it here. YM Antiques on Instagram Find them here Manhattan Rare Books on Instagram Find it here. Joseph Saidian & Sons on Instagram: Find them here and here. Solomon Treasure on Instagram Find […]

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Happy Holidays & New Year from the Manhattan Art & Antiques Center!

Eugene Feuillatre Guilloche Enamel and Vermeil Box

Happy Holidays & New Year from the Manhattan Art & Antiques Center! We hope you enjoy your celebrations. (Feel free to stop by during the holiday season: We’re only closed on Christmas and New Year’s Day!) Pictured: “Rare French Ormolu and Porcelain Clock attributed to Deniere” [Solomon Treasure], Eugene Feuillatre Guilloche Enamel and Vermeil Box […]

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Fantastic Father’s Day Gifts

White gold cufflinks that resemble computer keys, one side says "Ctrl" the other "Esc".

Still searching for the perfect Father’s Day find? Visit our galleries for unique gifts! We’ve selected five from our dealers’ collections. From original cufflinks to antique candle-holders, from hand-crafted Nigerian furniture to silver wine coolers – there’s so much here at The MAAC.  Stop by and see for yourself: 1050 2nd Avenue (at 56th Street). […]

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A Day at The Museum: For Art Museum Day!

woman in museum looking at images

Tomorrow (Saturday, May 18th) is the 10th Annual Art Museum Day. A number of museums in the city have special events and pricing for the day! Participating NYC museums include: American Folk Art Museum Brooklyn Museum The Corning Museum of Glass The Frick Collection Grey Art Gallery, New York University Guggenheim Museum The Jewish Museum […]

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Announcing: “The History of Jewelry: Joseph Saidian and Sons”, the Coffee Table Book

Beautiful Emerald and Diamond Bracelet - on the cover of “The History of Jewelry: Joseph Saidian and Sons” coffee table book

Joseph Saidian & Sons (Gallery #48) has a coffee table book! Introducing, “The History of Jewelry: Joseph Saidian and Sons” published by Rizzoli. “This book is over 170 years in the making chronicling some of the greatest jewels and gems of all time handled over the past four generations of our family business. Perfect for […]

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MoMA Offers Free Online Courses!

Walker Evans, Subway Portrait from the series Subway Portraits, 1938-1941 on moma.org

Expand your knowledge and creativity – from the comfort of your home – with The Museum of Modern Art‘s online courses! Offered for free on Coursera, MoMA’s ongoing Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow you to take classes about modern and contemporary art and design. Learn to better understand photographs, what processes are involved in […]

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New Museum Current Exhibits Explore Identity and Humanity

Man looking at sky - From the "Blind as the Mother Tongue" Exhibit by Iraqi-Kurdish artist, Hiwa at The New Museum

The New Museum (235 Bowery) has been a leading destination for new art and new ideas since 1977. The 7 current exhibitions include these particularly innovative ones which explore identity and humanity in unique ways: “The Spring 2018 R&D Season: ANIMATION” does the heavy lifting with this project which “explores contested definitions of personhood. Questions […]

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Antique and Vintage Holiday Shopping Guide: Delight Your Friends and Family

Just a bit over two weeks left to complete your holiday shopping. Our galleries have options for both the hard-to-shop-for and the easy-to-please (that certainly deserves to be rewarded!) Take a look at our Holiday Collection, and feel free to stop by our galleries and browse. With a myriad of unique items to choose from, […]

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