Inaugural Publishing Grants Announced
The Decorative Arts Trust is thrilled to announce the four recipients of the inaugural round of Publishing Grant funding. The Hispanic Society Museum and Library; The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens; and the Philadelphia Museum of Art received...
Robert Brunk Shares Auction Stories in New Book
by Lauren BrunkΒ Β Robert Brunk founded his Asheville, NC, auction business in 1983. In the early years, he sold whatever property was consigned, but the business gradually became known for its focus on decorative and fine arts.Β His new book, A Question...
πππ πππ ππππππππππππ Offers Lighthearted Inspiration to All Lovers of Old Things
by Kate Burnett BudzynΒ Β My husband and I are preparing to sell our beloved 1880s Philadelphia rowhouse. As we pack boxes, repair plaster, hire painters, and lament the dream projects we never got to, we try to imagine the rare-bird buyer who might be...
πππππππππ ππππππππ 2023: Highlighting the Enduring Value of Print
by Trevor BrandtΒ Β Collectors, curators, and scholars of material culture intuitively grasp the importance of hands-on interactions with objects. Such tactile experiences yield a deeper understanding of how an object was made and usedβan intimate...
Setting the Scene for Diplomacy: New Book on the Department of Stateβs Reception Rooms
A stunning new publication graced our desks at the Decorative Arts Trust, and we would be remiss if we do not share some highlights from this illuminating volume. America's Collection: The Art and Architecture of the Diplomatic Reception Rooms at the U.S....
About The Decorative Arts Trust Bulletin
Formerly known as the "blog,β the Bulletin features new research and scholarship, travelogues, book reviews, and museum and gallery exhibitions. The Bulletin complements The Magazine of the Decorative Arts Trust, our biannual members publication.