The Antiques Summit
In my line of work, I think I've just about heard it all. Recently, there’s been a lot of lamenting about “kids these days”; picture an old codger shaking a cane saying “damn kids don’t appreciate anything. You want things…
2013 an Auction Year End Review
It's been a fantastic year here at Gateway. Usually around this time of year we like to take a look back at some auction highlights and share them with you. Here are some of our favorites from the past year,…
Vintage Automata
How many of you read The Invention of Hugo Cabret? It was made into a movie called Hugo. If you haven’t, I highly recommend you see it or pick up the book. It’s a heartwarming tale of a young boy…
The Final Chapter of Twice Read Books’ Story
Chambersburg, PA – Twice Read Books in Downtown Chambersburg is in its’ last month of existence. At the end of July, the store will close and the remaining 30,000+ books will be sold at auction on August 3, 2013. …
An Auction Fit for a Wedding
If you read our blog with any regularity you have probably figured out that I am getting married soon (hopefully, if all goes smoothly), and I have weddings on the brain. So now I am thrust into wedding planning,…
Vintage Pinterest
If you are alive today (and are computer literate) chances are you have heard of Pinterest. I have often called it "stumble upon for ladies". If you're a young 20 something and planning a wedding (ahem)... you practically live on…
Civil War Diary sheds new light on African American Troops During the Last Year of the Civil War
The diary of a young officer of the 42nd U.S.C.T. sheds light on obscure regime Chambersburg PA- African American troops made up only 6% of the total troops who fought in the Civil War making accounts of their units scarce,…
Candy Containers and Western Toys are not just for Children Anymore at Gateway Gallery Auction
Candy Containers and Western Toys are not just for Children Anymore at Gateway Gallery Auction Rare Kaleidoscope Candy Container and Western Toy Collectibles top off a superb holiday auction. Chambersburg, PA- Gateway Gallery Auction's annual Columbus Day Auction on October 8th, 2012 features period…
Vintage Beauty Standards
Today is Spa Day at Gateway Gallery! Heather and Wheezer having a steam bath Even I am enjoying my beauty treatment I can tell you sitting in the Grecian steam bath did not make me feel more relaxed, but perhaps…
Buttons
One of my friends asked me once, "Hey Lee, what are your favorite things you have seen come through at auction"? Although its always difficult to pick just one, usually buttons come to mind. Now, as my grandmother once told…
