Furniture

Furniture

Chinese Antique Furniture Style

The development of traditional Chinese furniture went from the simple to the intricate, and was closely linked to the Chinese lifestyle and cultural and economic changes in China. In early antiq ...Continue to read more about Chinese Antique Furniture Style.

Furniture General

By the 12th century seating on the floor was rare in China, unlike in other Asian countries where the custom continued, and the chair or more commonly the stool was used in the vast majority of ...Continue to read more about Furniture General.

Using Adhesives to Repair Antique Furniture

You will need to use certain adhesives and also information on using them to repair antique furniture.

Using an adhesive such as glue is the best and most desired joining device to use ...Continue to read more about Using Adhesives to Repair Antique Furniture.

A Brief Introduction to Chinese Furniture

Classical Furniture

The Classical Chinese Furniture¡¯s group includes pieces from the Ming (1368-1644) and Qing (1644-1911) Dynasties. Historical documents demonstrate tha ...Continue to read more about A Brief Introduction to Chinese Furniture.

Antique Wood Furniture--Care and Cleaning

Wood is a natural living product, therefore, wood furniture will "breathe" in response to changes in the atmosphere. Rapid or extreme fluctuation in temperature, humidity or direct sunlight may ...Continue to read more about Antique Wood Furniture--Care and Cleaning.

Period Furniture Learning Can Pay Off Big

When people talk about antique furniture these days, they¡¯re usually referring to pieces made from the late 1800s through the Depression years of the 1930s. While some of these pieces can be pr ...Continue to read more about Period Furniture Learning Can Pay Off Big.

Chinese Antique Furniture Glossary

Joinery: Constructed with dovetail or other joints instead of nails

Chinese lattice or fretwork : a type of openwork pattern originating in Chinese art

Molding : decorative piec ...Continue to read more about Chinese Antique Furniture Glossary.

Depression Era Furniture Shares “Antique” Limelight

When I think of collections, I don¡¯t often think of antique furniture. Sure, homes end up decorated with antique furniture every day of the week, but how often does that constitute an honest to ...Continue to read more about Depression Era Furniture Shares “Antique” Limelight.

Antique Furniture Introduce

AMERICAN ANTIQUES

Those who decide to collect American antiques need to consider a number of points. Will they only collect pieces from the United States or does the interest include t ...Continue to read more about Antique Furniture Introduce.

Waterloo Antique Store Thrives

Paula Strom co-owner of Good Things Antiques & Gifts, 1419 W. Fourth St. in Waterloo, has advice, too. "Hard work. Know your customer and financial discipline."

Her partner, Katie Hi ...Continue to read more about Waterloo Antique Store Thrives.