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Artifacts from the communities living beneath Mount Vesuvius
Peter Reynaers, our Archaeological Finds & Remains expert, has a few tips for the ethical acquisition of Ancient Rome-related items. But first, a little history...
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Rolex Roundup
All the latest articles about Rolex from the Catawiki editorial team and watch experts.
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What happened to the digital Panini albums?
The 2018 World Cup Russia digital Panini album was heralded as football stickers for the Pokemon Go! generation. We ask Panini expert Wouter Waaijers what happened next and if digital Panini has the same value as the physical version.
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Unraveling one of the world’s oldest art forms
Antiques expert Christine Wallerand-Barrat explains why textiles are one of the world’s oldest, most overlooked art forms.
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Expert talk: the history of blue porcelain
In our Expert Talks, we hand over the metaphorical pen to one of our experts to discuss a subject in their field of expertise. In this edition, Asian Art expert Cristina Ortega tells us a little bit about the history...
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Fantastic finds: an exclusive book about M.C. Escher’s obsession with tessellation
At Catawiki we are always seeking to bring the most special items to our auctions. Starting this Friday is our specially dedicated Stichting de Roos Auction, in which you can find one of the most sought-after works of Dutch graphic...
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The Psychology Behind Online Auctions
Online auctions are not just about buying a rare coin or a classic car for a good price (although of course, that part is also great!). Under the surface many psychological processes influence the way we act. What makes bidders...
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Expert Talks: How to Start and Quickly Grow Your Collection of Art from the Ancient World
In our Expert Talks, we hand over the metaphorical pen to one of our experts to discuss a subject in their field of expertise. In this edition, archaeology expert Peter Reynaers gives advice on how new and young collectors can...
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Expert Talk: 'The Meg' – A Rare Glimpse Beneath the Prehistoric Sea
In our Expert Talks, we hand over the metaphorical pen to one of our experts to discuss a subject in their field of expertise. In this edition, natural history expert David Leggett, inspired by the hit film 'The Meg', gives...
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Expert Talk: Peter Reynaers Discusses When Egypt Was Ruled by Black Pharaohs
In our Expert Talks, we hand over the metaphorical pen to one of our experts to discuss a subject in their field of expertise. In this edition, archaeological finds expert Peter Reynaers discusses a superb small work of art he...
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The 5 oldest sports in the world
People have been participating in sports for centuries, but what is the oldest sport and who invented sports? Forget about football, these are the oldest sports in the world and are still being played today.
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Bringing Art to Life: Van Gogh's 'Bedroom in Arles'
In this article we’re recreating Van Gogh’s ‘Bedroom in Arles’. This 19th-century painting is arguably one of Van Gogh’s most famous works with 3 versions on display in Amsterdam, Paris and Chicago. If you’ve seen the exhibition in the latter,...
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5 of the Rarest LEGO Minifigures
From the classic city sets to Star Wars, Ninjago and Friends, minifigures bring life to the LEGO universe. Although reportedly over 4 billion have been created, there are a few in particular which are exceptionally rare and especially exciting for...
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The Weird and Wonderful World of Chimaera Taxidermy
When we think of taxidermy, we might think of hunter’s cabins or creepy houses with a collection of dusty trophy heads hanging on the wall. But there is so much more! For the last century or so, creative taxidermists inspired...
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Expert Advice: How to Determine the Value of Your Antique Lighter
Less and less people are smoking nowadays, but somehow lighters continue to be as popular as before. We're not talking about the plastic ones obviously, but about antique lighters, some of which have become quite valuable and collectable over time....