by Chris Harris Even the greatest creations eventually fail. That’s the reality of age. Old things disintegrate. Not in the same way as modern flat-pack furniture built to survive three years and a house move — but even the finest, most beautifully crafted antique pieces eventually suffer structural decline. Take this huge late Victorian over … Continue reading Upcycling Project. The Deconstruction and Reworking of a Victorian Over Mantel Mirror
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Vintage Tips: Unravelling the Mystery of Why Painted Gilt Furniture and Frames Changes Colour
by Chris Harris Painted in Farrow and Ball white, middle one on gold. Old gold furniture and picture frames often carry a certain grandeur, but they do not always suit modern interiors. Tastes change. Rooms become lighter and simpler. Heavy gilt and gold finishes that once felt rich and impressive can begin to feel dark, … Continue reading Vintage Tips: Unravelling the Mystery of Why Painted Gilt Furniture and Frames Changes Colour
I Explain Why Limited Edition Prints Confuse Everyone and Offer Some Buying Tips
by Chris Harris I’ve been buying and selling art and antiques for long enough to know that almost nothing causes more confusion than limited edition prints. Dealers go on about edition numbers as if they’re the key to the city. Buyers get told that a low number like 3/200 is more valuable than 167/200. People … Continue reading I Explain Why Limited Edition Prints Confuse Everyone and Offer Some Buying Tips
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