TIME TO REFRESH
Spring is a season that has an undeniable charm, evoking feelings of renewal and new beginnings. As the days grow longer and the weather milder,
8 March 2025
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PAINT – WHERE IT ALL BEGAN
Painted furniture is now very much in vogue although the history of painted furniture dates back centuries. Charting the origins of paint adds some insight
28 January 2025
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SERPENTINE COMMODE
The serpentine commode gets its name from the serpent snake, probably one of the oldest mythological symbols in history. The free, literal translation is creeping
22 January 2025
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INTERIOR DESIGN – FRENCH AND SWEDISH ANTIQUES
Combining French and Swedish Antiques The art of mixing different styles and periods has become a way to create moods and spaces that are unique,
14 January 2025
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POST-CHRISTMAS CUBANOS HEAVEN
The perfect way for your christmas turkey to quietly slip away is the cubanos or Cuban sandwich. Combined with all those yummy morsels of ham,
28 December 2024
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TOURIST SPOTS ON THE FRENCH ANTIQUES TRAIL
Tourist spots and buying trips in France happily go hand in hand on the antiques trail in France. Each day en route brings with it
3 November 2024
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DUTCH LINEN PRESS
The Dutch linen press has become one of the most popular pieces of antique furniture meeting an ever growing trend for blending period with contemporary
31 October 2024
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PARMA MERCANTEINFIERA ITALIAN ANTIQUES FAIR
PARMA The sensational antiques fair in Parma, Italy opened its doors again today for its autumn session from 12th – 20th October. Buying at this
30 October 2024
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FRENCH ANTIQUES IN THE FILM INDUSTRY
Throughout the 20th century, French antiques have played a vital role in the film industry as furniture props providing an authentic backdrop from history. This
26 October 2024
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