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Oglebay Institute Prepares For 56th Annual Show, SalePOSTED: April 4, 2010
"Oglebay Institute Prepares For 56th Annual Show, Sale" Going green is a fairly modern concept, but antiques collectors have been engaging in environmentally-friendly practices for years.In fact, those who buy and sell antiques are often referred to as the "original recyclers," according to Andrew Richmond, co-author of The Young Collector column for Maine Antiques Digest and vice president for Garth's Auctions Inc.Richmond and co-author Hollie Davis will conduct educational programs during Oglebay Institute's 56th annual Antiques Show and Sale, which takes place at Wilson Lodge in Oglebay Park Friday through Sunday, April 9-11.
The show, which is a fundraiser for the Museums of Oglebay Institute, features a wide assortment of nostalgic pieces ranging from furniture, linens and household collectibles to fine jewelry, artwork and ceramics. More than 50 dealers from 10 states will set up shop for this annual antiques extravaganza, which features an "Antiques Are Green" theme.
"Talking about the 'greenness' of antiques isn't just about being fashionable or trendy or jumping on the green bandwagon," Museums Director Christin Byrum said. "It's simply one more way to encourage people to become environmentally-conscious consumers."She does admit, however, that being part of a modern movement removes some of the "fuddyduddyness" often associated with antiques collecting by those unfamiliar with the business. "It's a nice perk that terms like 'vintage,' 'used' and 're-purposed' are now commonly used in mainstream buying practices."
Davis agrees on the importance of educating the public about the benefits of buying antiques. "When you stop and think about how modern furnishings are mass produced, you begin to realize the negative environmental impact of those practices," she said.Examples she cited include massive deforestation to meet production demands, pollution and fossil fuel consumption that comes from transporting goods across the globe and the harmful chemicals used in adhesives, finishes and paints.She said incorporating antiques into an existing lifestyle is a responsible type of consumerism because "it's affordable; it's better for the environment and it also supports locally-owned, small businesses. It's a win-win-win for the buyer, the community and the environment.
"Richmond and Davis also will present "Plugged In: Collecting in the Computer Age," a program to help beginning and seasoned collectors become more savvy buyers. The program will explore the numerous online resources available for antiques research and purchasing and discuss current trends in the collecting world, Davis said."The Internet has been the most profound change in the antiques market since it came into existence," Richmond said.He noted that at a recent Garth's Auction, buyers from 15 to 20 countries were bidding on items. "That would not have been remotely possible 15 years ago. The Internet has opened up a global marketplace for collectors," he said."
Plugged In: Collecting in the Computer Age" and "Antiques Are Green" presentations take place at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., respectively, on both Saturday, April 10, and Sunday, April 11, and are included with general admission.Antiques shopping and educational programs are just a few of the highlights of the annual Antiques Show and Sale. A cash bar
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