Country Sampler

THE HUNT FOR TIMELESS TREASURES

The popularity of vintage collectibles follows fashions like almost everything else, but you can hone your search through the thousands of items up for grabs at even the biggest sale by zeroing in on knockout pieces that will stand the test of time. There are so many tempting artifacts on display, but which ones deserve to go home with you? Here are 10 must-have goods that boast nostalgic and everlasting country appeal.

1 MIRRORS

Mirrors in all shapes and sizes abound in the antiques marketplace thanks to their versatility as room embellishments—from hefty pieces that once graced dresser tops and bedroom doors to ornate handheld examples for vanities. Upcycle them as centerpiece trays or layer several with similar frames on top of a mantel. Bounce light through a narrow stairway with a wallmounted gallery

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