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Eastlake design is considered a variation of Victorian design but it has a very distinctive look. It combines elements of Victorian and Craftsman style and philosophy with a Middle Eastern and Japanese influence that was popular in the late 19th ... more »
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Folk Art may be one of the most difficult types of art to define, identify or recognize. If you do an online search for Folk Art, you will find a handful of descriptions and approximations that circle around an actual definition of the art form. ... more »
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You may have heard the term “Machine Age” to describe the design of something you’ve seen in an online auction or at a gallery or antique store. But you might not know what differentiates Machine Age designs from other methods... more »
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If Bauhaus and Machine Age design defined the years before World War II, Mid-Century (or Modern) design appeared during the changes that took place after the war ended. However all three design movements shared some common elements, which can ... more »
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While some design styles can be difficult to identify without guidelines, storybook architecture is so distinctive that most people, when seeing an example of this fantastic style will say, “Oh, Storybook style--of course!” Here are some things ... more »
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Ephemera is the plural form of the Greek word ephemeron, which means something that lasts a short time. In the world of collectibles, the word refers to documents and other papers that were intended to be used and then discarded, such as greeting ... more »
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When someone refers to Victorian design, what do you see in your mind’s eye? Overstuffed furniture and crowded rooms? Heavy carpets that used to be called “Oriental?” Lots of detail and ornately curving lines? All of those elements are part of ... more »
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Many of the most common stains can easily be removed without damaging your antique Limoges porcelain. We have had great success removing stubborn food, plant and mineral stains after just one treatment!.. more »
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Think your tanished copper can't shine again? Here's an inexpensive and nearly effortless way to quickly remove tarnish from copper... more »
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Due to their age, antique maps are often purchased with some damage. You can follow these tips to repair an antique map or to keep your map intact before visiting a professional conservator... more »
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Researching a quilt's history is challenging because many quilts aren't signed or dated, and the use of quilt-block patterns and fabrics have extended over many years. Recording the history of family quilts that have been passed down from one ... more »
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Antique guns can be a very interesting hobby or profession. They can also be very valuable. But like most antiques--and in fact more so, because of their use of explosive gunpowder--they often wear out from use and fall apart simply from age. ... more »
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Clocks can be beautifully crafted pieces, often made carefully by hand to be both aesthetic and functional. However, if your clock is an antique, it may have been made carefully by hand up to several hundred years ago. As such, wear and tear on ... more »
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Decorating your home with decorative arts from the past may fill your environment with warmth and character. Selecting antiques such as needlework pictures or samplers for wall decorations is an excellent way to integrate decorative traditions of ... more »
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The bright green John Deere tractor has been a familiar sight on American farms for years. The Model A tractor was first produced in 1934, and today remains the most popular John Deere. The company is still a leading tractor manufacturer, and the ... more »
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Do you have a rare item that you would like to sell at a famed auction house such as Sotheby's? Founded in 1724, Sotheby's is one of the world's largest and widely respected auction houses in the world. Here's how to get them to evaluate your ... more »
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Many people sell antique silver that they have had for many years. Other people sell antique silver that they have inherited or purchased for resale. There is a high demand for antique silver of all types including serving pieces, trays, tea ... more »
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Antique and vintage teddy bears are popular collectibles online, at auction and in antique stores. There are a number of options and outlets for selling antique teddy bears, and by following a few quick steps, you can sell yours to appreciative ... more »
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Vintage theater posters can add beauty to any room, and many people collect them for decorative uses. There are a range of possibilities from Victorian to French to Broadway vintage theater posters. If you collect vintage posters and would like ... more »
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It happens to all of us—the accumulation of household items, memorabilia from Great-Aunt Lou, Gramma’s box of vintage what-not’s, and a conglomeration of the outgrown or weary-worn. They congregate in our basements or garages until we can no ... more »
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Avoid heartache, tears and regrets by packing and shipping your antique doll to ensure safe arrival... more »
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Shopping at garage / yard sales can be fun and rewarding. These tips will help you maximize your shopping... more »
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These fairs and exhibitions offer the opportunity to view the wares of hundreds of dealers from all across the country in one location. Go with a partner and a plan... more »
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This article will show you some ways to shop for antiques that won't pull too hard on your purse strings. Many people love to shop for antiques, but only the very few (and the very rich) don't mind paying high prices... more »
By smidgen 0 comments
In many American homes, there are special items that families hand down to each generation to have the young family members remember them after they have long past. So many people don't understand how to take care of these items simply and ... more »