Mark Topalian has been a consultant appraiser in Rugs and Carpets at Doyle New York since 1994. His duties include appraising and cataloguing all rugs and carpets for estate appraisal services and auction purposes.
Mark utilizes almost two decades of extensive training in antique and semi-antique Persian, Caucasian, Chinese and European rugs and carpets in his family's antique Oriental rug business.
He received his Bachelor of Science at Boston University, where he graduated from the School of Management in 1982. After his studies at Boston University, Mark completed the certificate program at the New York School of Interior Design.
Mark is a featured appraiser on the PBS series Antiques Roadshow.
Four works spanning nearly four decades reveal Manuel Mendive’s distinctive vision, rooted in Afro-Cuban spirituality, Yoruba traditions and the natural world.
The Dinner Party sale at Hayloft Auctions brings together pieces to set the table, serve in style, and make every gathering special.
A central figure in 20th century African American art, Ernest Crichlow combined social realism with intimate portrayals of family, community and everyday life.
A pioneering figure in Latin American abstraction, Edgar Negret transformed painted aluminum into dynamic constructions where geometry, color and space converge.
DOYLE is honored to auction property from the Estate of noted collector and philanthropist Diane A. Nixon in a series of sales beginning with Asian Works of Art on September 16-17.
Celebrated Washington, DC porcelain designer Anna Weatherley found inspiration and extraordinary works of art during her travels across Asia.
Join us for a special Asia Week preview of selections from the Estate of Rosamonde K'ung Hwang, the daughter of H.H. K'ung and Soong Ai-Ling. To be auctioned this Fall.
Back to school, or simply time for a refresh? The September sale at Hayloft Auctions is brimming with design ideas to inspire you.