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2017 - Archive

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Item of The Week - Daum 'Forest in Winter' Vase c.1910
Deciding on the décor of your home can be a big decision, especially as you have to live with this décor day in, day out. Choosing a theme, a colour and a style can take months to finalise, and choosing the accessories shouldn’t be any less important; it’s these accessories that can help complete the look, so it’s worth investing in some key, statement pieces. For this weeks Item of the week, we have chosen this Daum 'Forest in Winter' Vase c.1910 ... See more
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The 20 Most Valuable Books of Today
We have commissioned a book expert to compile a list of the most valuable antique books that exist and could be owned by members of the public. Along with the list, our expert has offered some helpful tips to prospectus book investors, on what to look out for when buying a book as a collectable or investment. ... See more
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Item of The Week - Chinese Elm Low Table c.1880
The Christmas Season is one of the happiest of Seasons, and is best spent with family & friends, but it can also be one of the most stressful times of the year as you prepare for the big day, and if you happen to be hosting a gathering for loved ones, then stress levels tend to intensify! Is there enough food? Have I bought enough drinks? Do I have the room? There’s just so much to think about. Well if it is space you’re concerned about, why not let us assist you? ... See more
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Item of The Week - Art Deco Italian Silver Hand Mirror Compact
Around about this time every year (or earlier if you’re organised!) we contemplate what to buy our loved ones for Christmas. Do we play it safe with traditional gifts or do we go that extra mile and set out to impress with a unique, slightly more thoughtful gift? Well if you so happen to choose the latter, we may just be able to help.... See more
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Item of The Week - William IV Chaise Lounge
By all accounts, we spend approximately one third of our lives sleeping; that’s one third of our lives in bed and one third of our lives in our bedroom, so it’s important that your bedroom is a comfortable and tranquil space. And to keep the tranquillity you’ll want to opt for neutral, soft colour schemes & décor. We may just be able to help you create this look.... See more
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Item of The Week - Victorian Carved Oak Banjo Barometer
The weather is without a doubt one of the most popular topics of conversation and you’ll probably find yourself talking about it or making reference to it almost every day without even realising it. It’s fair to say that us humans have spent an age trying to accurately predict the weather, and even with all the technology available nowadays, we still get it wrong! So why not stick to the good old-fashioned methods?... See more
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Item of The Week - Half Mile Ray Searchlight Floor Lamp
When it comes to Interior design everyone has their own personal likes and dislikes, and when looking to revamp your home, following trends and giving your home a full overhaul isn’t always a necessity to achieve that refreshed feel. Sometimes, accessorising is all you need to instantaneously transform your home, and this weeks ‘Item of The Week’ will do just that.... See more
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Lost Love?
We love a good mystery here at LoveAntiques.com, but we’re hoping you can help us with this one! After purchasing an antique chest of drawers at a boot sale in Somerset earlier this year, our founder discovered a letter and diamond ring hidden in a locked drawer....... See more
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Item of The Week - Georgian Sideboard c.1800
Storage, storage, storage; you can never have enough Storage (well we certainly can’t!) If you’re anything like us, we are always on the lookout for more space to keep our bits and bobs, but sometimes big cupboard, with lots of doors and drawers can be a little overpowering for your living space, so how a stylish sideboard to blend in with your décor?... See more
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Item of The Week - Royal Doulton Porcelain Figurine - Pamela
Although Royal Doulton didn’t become ‘Royal’ until 1901, the Doulton brand was founded way back in 1815 on the Banks of the River Thames. Since then, their pottery & ceramics gained vast popularity and are now one of the most desirable and highly collectible products of the ceramic market. And Doulton popularity doesn’t appear to be diminishing anytime soon, with a tremendous number of beautiful pieces still being created today.... See more