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How to Clean Antique Furniture: Spring Cleaning

Jerry's Antiques and Estates

Spring cleaning is the perfect time to refresh and maintain your treasured heirlooms, and knowing how to clean antique furniture properly is essential for preserving its beauty and value. Whether you have inherited a cherished piece or picked up a stunning antique at an estate sale, keeping it in top condition requires careful attention.

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How To Clean Antique Furniture

Old Crows Antiques

As the owner of antique furniture , you appreciate that you need to carry out regular cleaning and maintenance to keep your precious items looking great. When properly taken care of, antique furniture keeps your home looking great and adds years to your furniture. Look out for pest homes and destroy them.

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Protecting Antique Furniture from Heat and Humidity

Harrison Appraisals

As you ponder ways to beat the summer heat, don’t forget your antique furniture. High temperatures, humidity, water and direct sunlight can alter both the appearance and structural integrity of most 18 th and 19 th century furniture. Over time, these conditions can destroy patina and reduce value.

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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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Which Antique And Vintage Collections Are Trending In 2024

Antique Appraisers Auctioneers

3 Ancient Paintings The enduring allure of masterpieces created by ancient artists, including renowned figures such as Pablo Picasso, Leonardo Da Vinci, and Rembrandt, continues to drive genuine interest among collectors. These military artifacts’ craftsmanship, history, and condition influence their desirability and value. #5

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Art Peritus | Real, Repro or Ruse? How to Spot Fake Antique Furniture

Art Peritus

Whether collecting fine art, antique furniture, jewelry, wine, automobiles, or memorabilia, “caveat emptor” (buyer beware) will always be the primary rule to follow. Spotting fake antique furniture and decorative art nowadays is becoming increasingly difficult thanks to modern technology. Here are some specific things to look for.

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A Client's Guide For How to Take Photographs of Art and Antiques to Send to An Appraiser

Artifactual History Appraisal

Age Maker Period/date Originality (Tiffany Favrile or Tiffany reproduction) Condition; extremely important, but hairline damage is hard to see, especially in photos Wear: on glass used often at table, you’ll see wear marks, which you should see if the piece is old and not a reproduction 4. FURNITURE: A. Provenance Paint?