Country Homes & Interiors

How to buy ANTIQUES & VINTAGE

STARTING OUT

To qualify as a genuine antique, the piece should be over 100 years old. Vintage is deemed as anything over 20 years. If you’re looking to find a piece to fit a certain space, take measurements before setting off on your search. Look for potential – if there is repairable damage that won’t cost a fortune

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