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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;Sedona, post: 2138840, member: 4438&quot;]I also appreciate the information. I’ve been an eBay member since the 1990s, buying only. My mother passed away a few weeks ago, and I’ve been tempted to list some items on eBay, but I don’t think it’s ultimately worth it.</p><p><br /></p><p>I’m in Los Angeles, and over the years various antique dealers have bought items from me, from vintage cowboy boots to a wall sconce to NIB Art Deco Ronson lighters. I suggest that your friend reach out to local antique dealers (maybe even going to Chicago, if the stuff is good) once everything is “back to normal.” </p><p><br /></p><p>I donate a ton of stuff to the Salvation Army and Goodwill every year, so unless the items are worth something substantial, or money is an issue, I would suggest donating. Again, if the items are good and collectible, antique dealers may buy them directly.</p><p><br /></p><p>Of course, eBay is very helpful to determine value, from “sold items.” I collect vintage pottery myself, and I’ve been attending the Los Angeles Pottery show the last few years. I’ve watched the venue get smaller, and the crowd get older (I’m typically the youngest one there, and I was born before the Moon landing). Some vases are offered for sale every year, at 1990s prices, with no discounts. There are of course exceptions, but I don’t see any Millennials at the pottery show, or in our local antique stores, pining for Art Pottery for home decor.</p><p><br /></p><p>Has your friend looked into estate liquidation auctioneers? If a piece is really good and desirable, the auctioneer may take even a single piece. Or, they may bundle them. Again, look at results of local auctions in your area, and see what sells. Chicago has many Frank Lloyd Wright/Prarie style homes, so if your friend’s items fall into that category, there may be a market.</p><p><br /></p><p>I know there are many dealers here on this forum, and, like my local dealers, they know what sells. If my local dealer can’t sell it, they won’t buy from me. I had good luck, for example, selling some Art Deco items at a particular antique store, because the store was frequented by Hollywood types and also studios looking to furnish a set.</p><p><br /></p><p>Good luck![/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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