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Wednesday, April 1st, 2009
Most of the antique furniture coming out of the 18th century England was constructed of mahogany. It was widely famous for its very attractive appearance as well as its sturdiness and long lasting attributes. Since it was not natively grown in England, it had to be shipped in from Latin America. Today, however, there are only a few mahogany furniture made because of its prohibitively high price.
Antique mahogany furniture is likewise very expensive and if you are considering to add glamor to your home, then you will want to look into the possibility of purchasing antique reproduction furniture made from mahogany.
The elegance of mahogany
Intricately carved patterns and intense coloring are features that make an antique mahogany reproduction piece truly beautiful. It will add glamor and style to any room and should be the centerpiece if bought for your home. Vintage mahogany reproduction pieces are extremely popular and can make a very big impression whether you decide to buy a piece or a whole set of furniture.
Great market demand
While you won’t see antique mahogany furniture reproductions sold in ordinary antique shops, there still exists a great market demand for it. Craftsmen that construct antique reproduction furniture made from mahogany are extremely creative artisans and imbue their handiwork with elegance and class. Because of this, a lot of antique dealers snap up the pieces as soon as they hit the market.
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Wednesday, December 10th, 2008
Buying furniture can be very therapeutic for a lot of people. We all have different ways to deal with stress, and for some, furniture shopping is the way to go. The only problem is that this can be a very expensive way to relieve stress, which is why there are techniques which we can employ in order to get the most out of our buck.
Antique furniture really looks nice in our houses. Whatever the theme may be, it gives an air of class and sophistication, and it never seems to die out (unlike a lot of 80’s novelty furniture). The drawback is that not all of us can afford antiques because they tend to be very pricey. The great thing is that there are manufacturers that create antique reproduction furniture.
Advantages of reproduction furniture
Not everyone has the spending power to buy authentic antique furniture. While others would spend so much money on a furniture set, there are more economically friendly options. What’s great is that antique reproduction furniture can look so much like the original ones that no one can ever really tell (except for the sharp-eyed experts).
Where to find reproduction furniture
It really isn’t too difficult to find antique reproduction furniture. Chances are that you’ll find them at your local antique dealer. Some of them would often have both original and reproduction pieces. Another place you could try is through the Internet. There are a number of online stores that specialize in antique reproduction furniture. Depending on the store, you might be able to get certain discounts if you buy a whole set so it’s best that you canvass very well.
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Friday, September 19th, 2008
High quality reproductions of antiques can be very valuable. However, original pieces are still considered far more precious and expensive. They are regarded as real investments in the field of antique collection. That is why all antique collectors, buyers, and dealers should be very knowledgeable in determining the difference between an original antique and an antique reproduction furniture piece. Below are some things that you ought to consider when assessing the furniture:
1. Examine the wood material used for the furniture. Most original antique furniture pieces use different wood materials for the various parts of the piece. Even if majority of the wood material is made of mahogany or oak wood, the other parts such as the bottom or back section can be made out of lesser quality or cheaper wood pieces. As for reproductions, they are often made from one wood that is heavily stained.
2. Antique furniture upholstery made during the 1900s and the earlier years are usually made out of horse hair and animal hide. If the upholstery is stuffed with synthetics, then it is probably a reproduction from the 1920s and beyond.
3. Check for signs of wear and tear. Usually, original antique furniture pieces will have signs of wear and tear and the end of the arm rests. Genuine signs of wear are inconsistent but logical. Watch out for antique reproduction furniture pieces that have been purposely distressed.
4. Look for signs of aging. These usually come in the form of cracks and uneven shades. Original antique piece will have cracks that indicate expansion or shrinkage of wood over time. In addition to that, they will have uneven color shades due to unequal exposure to the sunlight.
5. Examine the carvings. Most antique reproduction furniture pieces have smooth and symmetrical carvings primarily because they were made using machines. In contrast, original furniture pieces were hand carved so they are often bumpy, uneven, and irregular.
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