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October 12, 2015

How to Shop for Antique Rugs

What Antique Stores Know About Rugs that You Should, Too! Shopping for antique rugs can be a uniquely interesting and educational experience, especially if you are in the company of centuries-old masterpieces. If you are lucky enough to run across these beauties at your local antique store or estate sale, then it’s likely you will […]

September 22, 2015

California Watercolorist Bruce Winston Prentice

Hughes Estate Sales proudly announces an exhibit of watercolor paintings by listed California artist Bruce Winston Prentice (American, 1921 - 1985). We will be selling over thirty original works by the artist during the upcoming October 2 - 4, 2015 sale at Hughes Altadena Showroom. Prentice was born in Indiana on June 18, 1921. He trained with Phil Dyke, the renowned […]

September 22, 2015

The Art of Ynez Johnston at Hughes Estate Sales

Hughes Estate Sales will be offering an exciting collection of works by listed California artists during our upcoming Showroom Sale. Among the featured artists is Ynez Johnston (American, born 1920). A collection of hand signed prints, ceramic art, wood and bronze sculpture by this dynamic artist will be on view and available for sale October 2 - 4, 2015 […]

September 14, 2015

How to Prepare for the Best Estate Sale Shopping Experience, Like Ever

Get ready, get set for estate sales with expert shopping tips... Your alarm clock is set and your wallet is primed. Yes, this is your brain on estate sale shopping. Yet how can you be sure you are totally ready to take advantage of unique buying opportunities and valuable items the minute you put your […]

September 11, 2015

Flower Power: The Floral Trend Returns to Interiors

Spring isn’t the only season for buds and blooms. This fall, and into 2016, floral will be everywhere in home decor, possibly including estate sale showrooms. The floral design trend is back. As the fall season takes center stage, so will botanicals in big and bright patterns – and that means it’s time to scout […]