Craftsmen, consumers, and connoisseurs
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Antique and new traditional work purchasing criteria indicate craftsmanship and tradition such as overall appearance, ornament, materials, style, form, craft technique, trade practices and function. Style, finish, attribution, condition, evaluation and ownership history are also included.
Publication Name: Early American Homes
Subject: Home furnishings industry
ISSN: 1086-9948
Year: 1998
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Things that get into the garden
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Ray Gibson recounted how a hot air balloon landed in his yard after supper on a Saturday. The pilot, crew and the passengers joined Ray, his wife Susan and the neighbors in celebrating the moment by drinking champagne. Susan was just relieved that her peony bed was spared by the landing.
Publication Name: Early American Homes
Subject: Home furnishings industry
ISSN: 1086-9948
Year: 1999
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A full-time job
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Traditional craftsmanship has slowly evolved into a market of its own. An artisan's work is now much more lucrative than that of his counterpart of ages past. However, the creation of fine pieces is a full-time job that requires constant education, skill and concentration.
Publication Name: Early American Homes
Subject: Home furnishings industry
ISSN: 1086-9948
Year: 1996
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