By I.M. Chait – In the very early 18th Century (although some people might insist it was the late 17th Century), snuff, as a recreational habit, was introduced by Europeans to the Court of China. While we all may have our opinions relative to the evils of tobacco, no one can ignore the fact that European snuff boxes, made... [Read more]
By Isadore M. Chait - We can all agree that in the 21st Century, things move at a rate exponentially faster than they did in the past. It becomes commonplace for inventions and innovations to be so ingrained and so part of normal operating bases as to be taken for granted. One of the most radical and progressive inventions of humankind... [Read more]
By Izzy Chait - Recently, some collectors of American and European furniture have made comments and asked questions about Chinese furniture, with a viewpoint based upon a false presumption that furniture in and from China is not as sturdy or as durable as Western furniture. I have to say this is not an accurate statement, and this... [Read more]
I. M. Chait – As the population on planet Earth grows, the world seems to be getting smaller and smaller. A few short decades ago, it would have been unheard of or not believed that antique dealers and collectors from around the world could travel with such ease and regularity to all the various cities throughout the world... [Read more]
By I. M. Chait – A few short weeks ago, some members of my family and I returned from China. We had not been on a buying trip to the Mainland for about a year, and this trip, of a few weeks, was truly an eye-opener. The good news is, the Chinese economy is booming. Their middle class is growing leaps and bounds, and every... [Read more]
By I. M. Chait - In December of 2008, I sent out a letter (see below) going over my viewpoints as to economic uncertainties, both in America and internationally. This letter was received favorably by many of you and with positive comments. Four months later and on the occasion of my 63rd birthday (of which 40 + years have been spent... [Read more]
