Phil is a recognized specialist in classical numismatics and antiquities, having worked as a cataloguer for major auction houses, galleries, and private collectors around the world. He is extensively travelled in Europe and Asia, is a polyglot that can function at a native or near native level in over a dozen languages. In 1996 and 1999 respectively, he took teaching positions at Universities in South Korea and Turkey. As well, he has a formal academic background in linguistics and international politics with a MA in Linguistics, a BA in Political Science, and a BA in Spanish Philology from Wagner College, Staten Island, NY.
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3 Ancestral Farming Practices of Mexico That Are Making a Comeback
Mexico’s ancestral agriculture practices unite culture and ecology, reviving resilient, sustainable food systems rooted in reciprocity today.
How the Nopal Cactus Bridges Culture and Climate in Mexico
Ongoing research into nopal’s sustainable potential reflects an intriguing intersection of tradition and innovation.
How Cochineal Dye Built Mexican Cities
In the Mexican state of Oaxaca, a coveted natural dye made of dried insects has influenced local—and global—cultural landscapes for centuries.
Top 5 Historic Sites of North Africa
From understanding the Bedouins and the Berbers to falling in love with European ruins — see the history of North Africa through a different lens.
5 Must-See Historical Sites in Chicago
Chicago is the third largest city in the United States, rich in history and culture. History enthusiasts will enjoy visiting these five attractions in Chicago.
Interview With Joseph A. Miller on Figurative Art
TheCollector recently had the pleasure of chatting with Joseph A. Miller, artist and Associate Professor of Art at S.U.N.Y. Buffalo State.
Claude Monet: Get to Know the Father of Impressionism
Known by some as the father of Impressionism, Claude Monet was a prolific French painter of the mid 1800s to the early 1900s.
Leonardo da Vinci: Bio, Works, and Trivia
A true Renaissance man of the ages, Leonardo da Vinci is one of the most famous and influential artists in history.
The Dust Bowl as Told in American Art
The artists who depicted the Dust Bowl have made the American art of the period a reminder of the country’s worst environmental disaster of the 20th century.
The Art on the Berlin Wall: Sentiments of East and West Berlin
The Berlin Wall is often considered an iconic symbol of Cold War division. By the time of its demolition in 1989, the art on the Berlin Wall embodied the sentiments of the city’s population.