Comments on: Christopher Kent: A Man for All Styles

By: Emmanuel Sarah

Emmanuel Sarah — Sun, 03 Jul 2011 00:35:45 +0000

I love watching FMM reruns and I wish the show was still on. Christopher’s wit and humor is the best part of the show for me, and his enthusiasm is contagious. I agree that some of the prices he quotes seem way of the mark (especially in the current economy, a decade after the show was filmed). Nevertheless, I don’t watch it for serious information but for the sheer pleasure of seeing all this old beautiful (ok, and not so beautiful!) things that people hold on too.

Please Christopher, come back!

ES.

By: Mike

Mike — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 13:29:25 +0000

I enjoy watching the reruns of Flea Market Mania however being in ‘the antique’s and collectible’ business I have found that Christopher Kents’ appraisals are usually way off the mark. Granted theres areas he seems to be more versed in however the production staff should supply him with correct information and prices on pieces that are outside his realm. Recently I saw him appraise a rifle for 10-15k bucks when frankly the gun is worth less then 2k and thats in near perfect condition. This is just one example; others are his pricing on Limoges; I was floored at some of those appraisals. The bad part to this is that the people who own these pieces get so excited at the high prices only to be let down when they try to sell them. The show would greatly improved if the pricing was more realistic.

By: Gregory Watkins

Gregory Watkins — Wed, 18 May 2011 12:23:51 +0000

I am happy to report that Christopher, after a time away, will be writing for WorthPoint again! Watch for his return soon.

By: Patty

Patty — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 19:10:33 +0000

I watch Christopher Kent every day and love all the shows. What’s he doing now?

By: Barbara Venezia

Barbara Venezia — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 13:54:59 +0000

I have a piece of dinning furniture, It has six draws which stores your flat ware linens and two side doors that I think could stores some of the dishes, this is from the Kensington furniture hand made in the shops of new york city, 41 West 45th Street, it’s old I’m thinking, My father was a man that bought homes and repaired them for sale or rented them out. I was wondering if there is any information about this company and how can I research this. I did go on line and look up Kensington furniture but only recieved info about the up to date furniture of tody.

Thank you

By: gp

gp — Fri, 22 Oct 2010 21:50:45 +0000

Noticed the ring you wear during fleamarket mania. I have my grandfathers ring which has the exact stone as yours. what can you tell me about it. He was originally from Greece

By: Teresa R

Teresa R — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:25:34 +0000

I too have become a recent fan of Flea Market Mania and Christopher Kent. After a long day of IT work, I enjoy unwinding by watching your reruns. I sincerely do wish new episodes were coming. So many variations of this type of show exist today, but none compare to Christophers zeal, charm, and entertaining way of teaching us about the finer things in life from yesteryear!
Bravo and Encore Please!!!

By: Ed Georgie

Ed Georgie — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 23:13:38 +0000

Mr. Kent, thank you for sharing your talents with us through your television shows. If ever you find yourself in Missouri, consider yourself welcomed to a meal and a tour of our area’s rich history and numerous shops, wineries etc. Ed

By: Lisa Stong

Lisa Stong — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:21:01 +0000

Mr. Kent, I watch reruns of your show, Flea Market Mania, everyday! I live 20 minutes away from Reading, PA so I pretty much have many items you review on the show which I inherited from my Great Grandmother, Grandmother, Mother and Godmother.
I would love to know how much some of this items are worth.
I have everything from jewelry, chocolate sets, clocks, trains, lamps, paintings and yes even the cast iron boston bull terrior you had on the show.
I realize you are a busy man but I was wondering if you could recommend someone who could appraise these items.
I live in Norristown, PA. Thank you so much. Lisa S.

By: Stella

Stella — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 02:29:24 +0000

Christopher, I LOVE watching your shows! You are a true gentleman and a wonderful teacher. How can I contact you privately?

By: Shawn

Shawn — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 20:36:30 +0000

Mr. Kent, I recently discovered reruns of your show, Flea Market Mania, and am smitten!!! You are absolutely brilliant-just full of an array of detailed information about antiques and such. My husband and I love visiting Estate Sales, Thift store, Garage sales and the like, uncovering “treasurable trash” items. I personally think that I have a great eye for things and will continue to read up on, ask questions about and fine tune my knowledge of antiques. You are a great source of information, entertainment and inspiration. Thank you!!!

By: Djamilah Alexander

Djamilah Alexander — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 07:30:24 +0000

Back again, with a question, Mr. Kent, I know there is always a way, a person out there to help, trick is to find them, but finding the right one for the job without getting scammed. I have come accross some items, my goodness, wished it could be you to give them a checkout, a few pieces re jewelry, jade, mother of pearl, and ivory, which I am confident they are authentic, there;s the thing, finding a very good person to authenticate a peice and worth. In jewelry, paintings, lithographs,( especially these) I have just sitting around safe as can be from hints of help from you off of the shows, but how to find the real peoples list that one can trust.

I bought a pisnting here while back, took it apart, as one would to put on acid free paper, if it was 100 yr.s old as told, i thought different but wanted the painting, come to find inside the painting had been cut down both sides, to fit a very old frame, which was worth what I paid at least, but the rest- schnazzer- I live in an area where back when the old fort civil war men bunked down at the old rails or coach station as they travelled through from washington way to GA way, theres a history story here, but there is no one that can authenticate the history items, The auctioneer is a jokester, come take over this auction please…

anyway, how would I go about finding some good appraisers, authenticators, people like and as almost as good as you? Know any ? wadesboro, nc.very important, I’m accumilating, AND ITS JUST ALL SITTING, waiting to be sold off. HELP! Or Do I need to just come to Reading PA?

By: Djamilah Alexander

Djamilah Alexander — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 04:05:54 +0000

P.S.
A Question ?
I know autographs are the thing also on items, but if I was to want the autograph of, ” Christopher Kent “, Just how would one go about getting that ? Yes, I am quiet serious, You are a very popular person I think. I know you have alot of Fans, and I am one of those Fans. Tnx.

By: Djamilah Alexander

Djamilah Alexander — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 03:45:09 +0000

This article was a fantastic catch to my eye and ears also. How I do Love, the Worthologist, Mr. Kent as well. I love it all, ( generalist) as well. I love to learn about everrrry-thing. I one day, had dreamed of catching up to the amazing Mr. Kent, to get advice on a few things I have come to pick-up and collect myself. I do try to follow thru- listen, and look thru-these flea bitten places myself. I think they are the best target for a great find(s). I have been to Reading twice, and next time, hope to catch the market there. I wanted to know what Mr. Kent was doing these days,during the re-runs- collecting still no-doubt. Your the greatest, with a great eye,great knowledge and a fantastic personality. Thanks C.K. I too would like you to come back to the shows ! Hope I can meet you in person one day, along with me, not 1, but 2 & 3 favorite pieces for that great eye & knowledge of yours. Thanks also Mark for posting this piece.

By: christopher kent

christopher kent — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 02:10:03 +0000

Dear Linda, Thank you so much for your kind words . Yes the years I spent doing Flea market and Embassy Chefs were a treat. I loved meeting people and talking about their treasures and also looking at a countries history and food. You know, I had minutes to look at a specific piece on Flea market, before we shot the footage so a lot of it was flying by the seat of my pants. I’m glad that I had an eclectic background in antiques, it has served and continues to serve me well. I hope that I can convince another network to pick up the option of new episodes. Let’s keep our fingers crossed and also the power of persuasion. Thanks again, always wonderful to hear from a fan.Best regards, Christopher

By: Linda Garrett

Linda Garrett — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 17:45:39 +0000

Dear Christopher,
How I love Embassy Chefs and Flea Market Mania! You are so very gracious and unbelievably knowledgeable. I know the shows are reruns. Do you have anything planned for the future? If so, I hope you’ll let folks know. I watch you twice a day and look forward to the dose “happy” that I get from the shows.

Well done!

Best regards,
Linda Garrett

By: christopher kent

christopher kent — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 17:33:56 +0000

Tom, thanks for your comments about the show, now, sadly in reruns. Bedst to you Christopher

By: Tom Slick

Tom Slick — Tue, 26 May 2009 20:03:39 +0000

I love watching his show, and am only mad that it wasnt 1 hour long! Does CK have his own website? I cannot seem to find anything on the net. I wish the show also traveled to Southern California…I think we invented “collecting” out here! haha, there are thrift shops, antique malls, and flea markets and swaps everywhere! Godspeed to Christopher and thanks for the article!

By: christopher kent

christopher kent — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 18:56:32 +0000

Mark, thank you for a wonderful story. If I didn’t know this guy already I’d be on the phone inviting him to dinner. Best to you, Christopher Kent

By: jack

jack — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 06:30:58 +0000

This brief summary of Christopher Kents career is a gem. The ability to identify a pivot point like this lunch box sale in the market and explain how such a sale was a catalyst for market transition to a new parameter is true wisdom. There are book-learned people being turned out of colleges like factory farming right now but here is an example of a man with a career who has genuine talent enhanced with common sense and a dose of ” book-learning’ which didnt’ ruin him. Thanks for this wonderful story.