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How to Restore and Refinish Antique Furniture

Old Crows Antiques

Beautiful antique furniture can add a unique charm to any home—but only if it's safely restored and refinished. Wood with a worn-through finish, broken wicker seating, and stained or torn fabrics can make antique furniture seem rundown or unsafe. There are many types of restoration out there.

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SAMLARFÖREMÅL: Your vintage IKEA furniture may be worth more than you think!

What Is It Worth?

IKEA furniture is ubiquitous these days. The Swedish company, founded in 1943, is the world’s largest furniture retailer, with 458 stores spread over 50 countries. However, a look at the IKEA antique furniture market may change your mind. Additionally, pick furniture that has less self-assembly.

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5 Hot Lots Coming to Auction in June

WorthPoint

We tend to fill our homes’ rooms with furniture, throw pillows, art, books, and various decorative objects. He began making them in 1867 in Germantown, Pennsylvania, during the golden age of carousel (1890s–1920s). Casco Bay , estimate: $300–$500. Evans & Associates , estimate: $2,00–$3,000.

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Unravelling the Allure of Brocante: Exploring the Charm of Antique Fairs

IACF

It encompasses a wide range of items, including vintage furniture, antique home décor, retro clothing, rare books, and countless other objects that have weathered the test of time. Origins of Brocante: The origins of brocante can be traced back to the Middle Ages in Europe.

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Should I Have My Antiques Appraised for Insurance Purposes?

Harrison Appraisals

Collecting trends and changes in taste have had a major impact on everything from antique furniture to folk art. For example, in the last fifteen years, some antique Victorian furniture has experienced a reduction in both value and desirability. In other words, age alone does not necessarily translate into value.

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Decorating with Vintage Signs

Old Crows Antiques

By investing in vintage signs, you're choosing collectibles that can stand the test of time and may become even more valuable as they age. Keep reading to see how to decorate with different types of vintage signs. Wooden Signs Wooden signs add a warm, rustic note to any space. Small signs also let you enjoy variety in your home decor.

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Evaluating Your Collection

Penrose Appraisals

This is the goal of connoisseurship - to identify and separate something that is superior to its lookalikes, no matter what the category: needlework, wine, cars, teapots, or furniture. The proper identification of materials sometimes requires testing, which may require the assistance of an expert. Has it been cleaned?