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Antique Furniture Terms: The Definitive Glossary of Art Materials & Techniques
Our comprehensive antiques glossary brings together the full spectrum of methods used...
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Antique Furniture
Sheraton Style: Identification & Restoration of Neoclassical Furniture
Sheraton is one of the most influential names in furniture design, his...
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Walnut Furniture: An Expert Guide to Style, Care & Restoration
Antique walnut furniture is some of the most popular and highly prized...
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Conservation curiosities: Boulle furniture
Welcome to the latest edition of conservation curiosities, where we delve into...
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Rattan restoration: reviving cane furnitureÂ
Decoratively woven to produce a durable and attractive pattern, canework is a...
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Mother of Pearl: the history and restoration of iridescent decoration
One of the most admired decorative materials in the world is nacre,...
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Recline in style: the history, upholstery and restoration of antique sofasÂ
Long before the advent of television and the everyday inclusion of a...
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Japanese lacquerware: the techniques and restoration of traditional Asian antiques
The distinctive style of Japanese lacquerware can be found on a wide...
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Veneer variations: identifying antique furniture wood types
The craftsmanship of wooden furniture is full of centuries old tradition, including...
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Chair design history: aging an antique chair by style and leg shape
There are many ways to age a piece of furniture, as seen...
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Historic handles: analysing brassware to establish furniture age, style and value
There are many ways to determine the age of antique furniture, such...
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Sitting pretty: the history and restoration of antique chairs
This article will look into the history of chair design, including typical...
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Rococo revival: restoring paintings, objects and interiors of the late baroque
The rococo period is known for its extravagance, standing out as the...
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Historic comfort: antique bed restoration
Throughout history beds have been a vital piece of family furniture, often...
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Antique desk restoration: reviving writing slopes & bureau care
Writing desks are often a much-admired antique, conjuring memories of romantic letter...
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Identifying Chippendale furniture: understanding the influence & design style of Thomas Chippendale
As the most famous furniture designer of the 18th century and possibly...
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Grandfather clock restoration: pendulums, cases & faces
The longcase clock has been a popular feature in British homes since...
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Chest of drawers restoration: reviving antique bureaus and dressers
The chest of drawers is one of the most essential pieces of...
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Post-war furniture revival: mid century modern care & period appropriate restoration
Mid century 1950's modern furniture has simplicity and durability at the core...
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Caring for high value upholstery: professional cleaning and damage prevention
Over the centuries, fashions have changed and interior design along with it....
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