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Pennsylvania House Antique Furniture
June 8, 2023

Pennsylvania House Antique Furniture

Photography by Gavin Ashworth | It took knowledge—knowledge and taste together, ā€ according to Harry Hartman of Harry B. Hartman Antiques and Interiors who helped to form this exceptional private collection of American furniture and folk art and American and Chinese export paintings. For nearly fifty years, the Hartman name has been synonymous with purveying…

Italian Antique Furniture
June 4, 2023

Italian Antique Furniture

Baroque, 1560-1700: The Counter Reformation in art, a Jesuit movement. The Baroque style consists chiefly of an exaggerated, emphasized fullness of size, scale, and proportion. It is not necessarily over-rich in ornament, although lavish carving is typical. The classic architectural silhouette vanishes. Its splendor rendered it incapable of being scaled down…

Canadian Antique Furniture
May 31, 2023

Canadian Antique Furniture

Learn about our collection of Canadian antique furniture. We here at Painted Porch have a wonderful selection of authentic . From beautiful step back cupboards, sideboards and buffets, to charming benches and blanket boxes, you will find many different warm colors of Canadian antique furniture. Many pieces you will find in our shop date all the way back to the…

Modern Furniture Pieces
May 27, 2023

Modern Furniture Pieces

1 Atwood Sofa by Gus Modern While the lines of the Atwood Sofa are straightforward and clean, this piece has plenty of fine detail to admire with blind-tufted top stitched upholstery in your choice of five colors and ornamental piping that runs along the seat and the arms. A matching armchair is available for purchase separately. 2 Egg Chair by Fritz Hansen The…

English Furniture Manufacturing
May 23, 2023

English Furniture Manufacturing

Jonathan Charles Fine Furniture is the vision of Jonathan Sowter, an English furniture designer who excels at the art of fine antique reproduction. We design and manufacture the highest-quality European antique replicas as well as our own unique transitional designs, which are distributed to the best shops and interior designers throughout North America, U.K…

Old but New Furniture
May 19, 2023

Old but New Furniture

Albany lawmakers used $1.9 million in taxpayer money to splurge on new furniture for their State Capitol offices this year — and spent another $850, on printing equipment to produce their glossy mailers. The Senate replaced their old but usable furnishings with new wooden tables, bookshelves, and plush leather couches and chairs in all 63 members’ offices and…

Antique Sheraton Furniture
May 15, 2023

Antique Sheraton Furniture

Named after London designer and cabinetmaker George Hepplewhite (?-1768), whose The Cabinet Maker and Upholsterers Guide was published posthumously by his wife Alice in 1788, Hepplewhite furniture dates from about 1780-1810. It is a neoclassic style and falls within the Federal period in the United States. Hepplewhite style often overlaps with that of British…

Antique Second Hand Furniture
May 11, 2023

Antique Second Hand Furniture

B&W sells new & used kitchen equipment, from dishwashers, ranges, ice machines, and even full hoods. 510 Third St., Ithaca NY Hours: Mon - Fri: 8 am - 5 pm Sat: 9 am - 1 pm We carry furniture, antiques, home electronics, framed art, cables and wires, lumber, refurbished computers, and offer affordable IT services. 214 Elmira Rd, Ithaca NY Hours:…

Antique Barley Twist Furniture
May 7, 2023

Antique Barley Twist Furniture

A spool-turned or bobbin bed furnishes this traditional bedroom in Georgia.(Photo: Gridley + Graves) The style is associated today with children’s furniture: cribs, beds, and dressers identified by distinctive, if simple, turned rails and embellishments. Beds especially are often referred to as ā€œJenny Lind.ā€ Yet what is also commonly, and somewhat mistakenly…

Antique Paint for Furniture
May 3, 2023

Antique Paint for Furniture

There s probably an old dresser, chair, or table you ve sequestered in a dark corner of your basement or attic that s covered with cracked and blistered paint. Whether the piece is a family heirloom or just something you picked up at a garage sale, you can remove the paint and turn it into a usable piece of furniture. Chemical stripping surely ranks as one of…

Antiqued Mirrored Furniture
April 29, 2023

Antiqued Mirrored Furniture

Mirrored Storage 6-Drawer Dresser, Mirror $1, 399 Sale $1, 199.99 Get reflective. A streamlined profile and simple hardware in an antique bronze finish lend a modern edge to the old-world glamour of our Mirrored 6-Drawer Dresser. 56 w x 18 d x 35 h. Mirror-wrapped engineered wood. Antique Bronze-finished metal hardware. Imported. Antique Mirror + Wood Media Console…

Antique White Painted Furniture
April 24, 2023

Antique White Painted Furniture

It’s done! It’s finally done! I now own the kitchen hutch of my dreams. I’ve been wanting, craving , a hutch for years, and now I own it. I’m beyond pleased with how it turned out. I bought this beauty at a garage sale last Saturday for $50. It’s large. Very, very large. It’s just shy of five feet wide and almost seven feet tall. The whole thing is wood except…

Antique Wrought Iron Garden Furniture
April 20, 2023

Antique Wrought Iron Garden Furniture

A single cast iron lyre-back design garden chair in the design by Robert Wood (ca 1840) - this example ca 1920. Unlike some early chairs, these are very comfortable. 33 high by22 die and deep. Early green paint finish - a couple of small welds to fix loose joints. Sturdy and in good condition. A set of four early classic Carre garden armchairs with sunburst…

Best Furniture Polish for antiques
April 16, 2023

Best Furniture Polish for antiques

Some pieces of furniture, especially those constructed of harder woods, such as walnut, mahogany, maple, oak, or cherry, may only need to have their surface finish preserved. In the case of furniture made of these woods, there may be enough of the original finish left to restore the piece rather than refinish it. Before doing anything, study your piece. Is the…

Antique Kitchen Furniture
April 12, 2023

Antique Kitchen Furniture

More than just a furniture purchase, choosing antique kitchen chairs can be an investment. It s a good way to acquire heirloom pieces that can be passed down in your family for generations to come. First, it s important to clarify the difference between antique furniture and vintage pieces. Pieces that are considered by experts to be antique are typically at…

Antique Furniture Forum
April 8, 2023

Antique Furniture Forum

Reply by Scott Reply by vicki hufstetler Reply by Kennin Reply by Craig Phillips / B & C Emporium This twist-top table is 15 by 30 when folded, 30 square when opened, 29 tall, the short side legs are 18 apart. Would this be considere… Started by Lillian Dunbar 2 I purchased this folding chair at an estate sale recently. It is marked: MADE BYMICHIGAN…

Antique Furniture Fort Lauderdale
April 4, 2023

Antique Furniture Fort Lauderdale

Franchise operator: National Logistics Services Fax: , FL Location Hours in Fort Lauderdale Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Navis Pack & Ship is the premiere provider of packing and shipping services for difficult-to-ship items in North America. Based on more than 30 years of experience in the packing and shipping industry, Navis stringent training…

Antique Hutch value
March 31, 2023

Antique Hutch value

Digger Odell Publications 1997 While there is no substitute for experience, understanding the basic factors which influence price will help you assess the value of most bottles. THE TWELVE VALUE FACTORS There are twelve important factors that determine the value of any antique bottle. Any one of these factors is frequently not sufficient in and of itself to make…

Sauder Antique White Furniture
March 27, 2023

Sauder Antique White Furniture

Sauder is North America s leading producer of ready-to-assemble (RTA) furniture and the nation s fifth largest residential furniture manufacturer. Based in Archbold, Ohio, Sauder also sources furniture from a network of quality global partners, including a line of office chairs that complement its residential and light commercial office furniture. Sauder markets…

Antique Oak Dining Room Furniture
March 23, 2023

Antique Oak Dining Room Furniture

Tables are both decorative and functional, making them essential pieces for your home. Many families gather around the table to share a meal, and you can make that more comfortable and convenient with the right table. No matter if you prefer to eat in the kitchen or the dining room, you’ll find a large selection of tables in all shapes, sizes and styles to accommodate…

Where to Sell my Antique furniture?
March 19, 2023

Where to Sell my Antique furniture?

Steps Establish what your piece of furniture is worth in order to set a fair price for it. Give it a standard price, but have an idea of what you will settle for. For example, you might decide your Heywood Wakefield armoire is worth $3, 500, but you may need to be willing to sell it for around $2, . Look for evidence that your piece of furniture was made by a…

Antique Furniture Pieces
March 15, 2023

Antique Furniture Pieces

Antiques are hot. And anything that is hot is probably being reproduced. Not knowing how to tell the difference between something that was made a hundred years ago and something similar that was made last year can result in a buyer getting burned. With the prices being paid for many antiques, it could be a serious burn. Here are a few ways to tell if it s a real…

Antique Chinese Furniture Appraisals
March 11, 2023

Antique Chinese Furniture Appraisals

We are not certified appraisers and we do not provide appraisal services. If you have an item you would like to have appraised, we recommend that you consult one of the following websites to find an appraiser in your geographic area: * Appraisers Association of America - * American Society of Appraisers - * International Society of Appraisers - * Appraisers National…

Antique Furniture Manufacturing List
March 7, 2023

Antique Furniture Manufacturing List

Startup Costs: $2, - $10, Home Based: Can be operated from home. Part Time: Can be operated part-time. Franchises Available? No Online Operation? Yes Starting a business that buys antique furniture and resells it for a profit is a terrific new venture to set in motion. The following information describes three various methods for starting and operating an antique…

Antique Furniture Alexandria Virginia
March 3, 2023

Antique Furniture Alexandria Virginia

Alexandria, Virginia art appraisal is our specialization, and our passion. You have found an art appraiser dedicated to giving you an accurate and fair valuation. Whether you want a ā€œtrash or treasureā€ opinion, or to have the value of an entire collection or estate measured, we offer the foremost, most reputable art appraisal service available. Professional replaces…

Making Furniture Look Antique
February 27, 2023

Making Furniture Look Antique

Antiquing is a common practice where people make newer pieces of furniture seem old, like antiques. One of the easiest ways to make furniture look antique is with paint. Below are directions how to make painted furniture look old. Materials: Satin or eggshell finish paint Brown or tan eggshell finish paint Glaze painting liquid Paintbrush One of the following:…

Antique Furniture Company
February 23, 2023

Antique Furniture Company

Moving a household is hard enough; however, relocating antiques can add to the challenge that moving companies face. Not only do antiques usually have a higher monetary and sentimental value than modern furnishings, they can also be more delicate and breakable. Owners of vintage furniture need to notify their moving company that they will be relocating antiques…

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