Good Antique
Good Antique
Buying Antiques for your Home – Part Two
It is wise to buy yourself a notebook, subscribe to an antique magazine, and find out where to find good antiques at a good price. Look in the attics and basements of friends and family, try yard sales, and visit general antique and deceased estate auctions as possible to see how quickly you can begin building your antique collection.
If you are fortunate enough to have lots to spend, you may choose to locate items in ‘mint’ condition. However, it is always best to research before you buy. In any case, try to learn as much as you can about the certain type of collectible or antique: where it comes from, the style or era, the maker, artist or designer.
Find out the makers ‘stamps’ and always check the items you wish to purchase to see that the manufacturers mark is visible. You can find out these marks and signatures in the many books and magazines available to collectors. Whether it is silverware, ceramic dolls, antique clothing, furniture or paintings, the more you know about the items you choose to collect the better you will be able to judge its value.
Don’t rush in to buy an item. You will find that most antiques and collectibles have a price and if you are the only bidder then you shall have the piece. When you are next online and searching for good antique shops and markets, log on to art-search.com.au. You will find that they have antique vendors in Victoria and around Australia. OzFreeOnline.com has a classified section that has many online classified ads for antiques and collectibles, with comprehensive information available Australia-wide.
If you want to collect antique lights and chandeliers, consider it well as you will find that some pieces cost much less than you may expect. Missing crystals can be replaced, and examine the structure of the piece. You may even be able to use the pieces in your home and have your beautiful collectibles on show for everyone to see. A timeless well kept antique is difficult to find so you really need to know what to look for.
About the Author
Barbara Thorp recommends the Free Online Classifieds section of Oz Free Online for a worthwhile antique shopping experience!
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 GOOD Antique GUSTAV STICKLEY Child Rocker MISSION f402  US $390.00
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 GOOD Antique VICTORIAN Hall Chair BELTER f6748 US $1,250.00
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 GOOD Antique GUSTAV STICKLEY 5 Legged Dining Table f404 US $4,250.00
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 GOOD Antique QUARTER OAK Morris Chair f9603 US $1,000.00
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 GOOD Antique GUSTAV STICKLEY Sewing Rocker Oak f6100 US $395.00
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 GOOD Large Antique LIFETIME Armchair MISSION Oak f94 US $1,950.00
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 GOOD Antique LJG Stickley Round Table Mission Oak 6164 US $1,450.00
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 GOOD Antique LJG STICKLEY Small Tabouret MISSION f8256 US $755.00
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 GOOD Large Antique LJG STICKLEY Tabouret MISSION f6365 US $1,490.00
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 GOOD Antique LJG STICKLEY Tabouret MISSION Oak f6508 US $1,100.00
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 GOOD Antique LJG STICKLEY Tabouret MISSION Oak f645 US $1,190.00
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 GOOD Antique LJG STICKLEY Mission Small Table OAK f560 US $1,150.00
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 Antique OAK Arm Chair Good Form f1300 US $135.00
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 GOOD Antique VICTORIAN Marble Top Parlor Table f8266 US $650.00
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 GOOD Antique ARTS CRAFTS Rocker Rocking Chair f6111 US $395.00
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 Antique Eastlake upholstered side chair Good condition US $275.00
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 Antique 19th Chinese Bed GOOD CONDITION FREE SHIPPING US $9,999.00
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 GOOD Antique LJG STICKLEY Slatted Armchair MISSION f89 US $2,800.00
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 GOOD Antique LIMBERT Settee MISSION Oak Bench f950 US $1,900.00
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 GOOD Set 4 Antique STICKLEY BROTHERS Cafe Chairs f8210 US $1,950.00
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 GOOD Lg Antique EARLY LJG STICKLEY Library Table F7098 US $2,500.00
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 Pair GOOD Antique LJG STICKLEY Round Tables OAK f150 US $4,750.00
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 GOOD Antique STICKLEY BROTHERS Library Table f6518 US $1,400.00
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 GOOD Antique Early GUSTAV STICKLEY Desk MISSION f6395 US $2,990.00
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 GOOD Antique STICKLEY BROTHERS Leather Top Table f741 US $2,450.00
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 GOOD Antique LJG STICKLEY High Back Rocker Oak f8249 US $2,500.00
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