Dear Collector: Could you tell me if this owl statue is worth anything? This is written on bottom: Universal Statuary Corp., 1967. Located in the Chicago area, this company is still in business making ...

Some of Jayne Bopp’s collection of vintage chalkware busts was used as part of a Women’s History Month display at Leeward Community College’s library. » What initially sparked your collecting ...

Chalkware cats (1850–1900), gypsum and paint, possibly made in Pennsylvania, Great Britain, or Europe (all photos by the author for Hyperallergic) MEMPHIS — Chalkware was one of the earliest ...

When readers seek information about their antique collectibles, we find expert advice about their value and history. Find the answers to mysteries about these old and rare items. Courtesy of the ...

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. Carnival chalkware statue of Superman ...