The antique detective

Article Abstract:

The technique of Japanning furniture began in the 17th century and the furniture was being made in France, Italy, Germany and Holland. The fact of the Japanned, Queen Anne style furniture being faked since 1920s is highlighted, and the customers are made aware to take care while purchasing it, for which certain clues are presented.

Europe, General services, FURNITURE AND FIXTURES, Furniture & Fixtures, Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing, Purchasing, Furniture

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The antique detective

Article Abstract:

A wallpaper specialty dealer explains the use of old wallpapers. She has several rare 18th and 19th century antique wallpapers. The papers decorated with the revival styles; Classical, Medieval, Gothic, Renaissance and Rococo are presented.

Converted paper products, not elsewhere classified, Wallpaper, Coated and Laminated Paper Manufacturing, Antique dealers

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