“Antiques Roadshow” Hits Madison
Written by admin on July 12, 2009 – 11:29 pm -Appraisals Scheduled To Hit Airwaves In January Posted: 11:10 am CDT July 12, 2009 MADISON, Wis. -- Antiques Roadshow, one of public television's highest-rated programs, made a return visit to Madison on Saturday. More than 6,000 locals dug into their closets to be told by Roadshow appraisers if they were in possession of treasure or trash. From antique furniture to historic bedding, the appraisers saw – and judged – it all. "We're looking for that big item, that big ticket item," said Alasdair Nichol of Freeman's Auctioneers and Appraisers in Philadelphia. Thousands dreamed that big ticket item was in their possession. "I bought this in Chicago in the early 70s and paid about $100 for it," said Judy Roll of Merrimac, holding up a painting.... more
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