I’ve spent fifteen years in the antiques trade and handled 200,000 pieces.
The most convincing “unearthed” patina I’ve ever seen, and the most valuable “documented provenance,” were records fabricated by the auction house itself.
One big shot told me, “Just turn a blind eye, and once this jar is sold, I’ll give you thirty percent.”
The antiques business isn’t complicated or mysterious. Don’t let people bamboozle you until you can’t tell up from down.
Look at more things, learn more, and get hands-on experience. That’s what matters. In this book, I’ll cover everything from ancient artifacts to the Republican era, showcasing all kinds of porcelain along the way.
