The Bauhaus furniture style of the early 20th century embodied the change of the time. It arose out of a combination of the Arts and Crafts Movement and Modernism, two emblematic trends of the period. The name “Bauhaus,” which translates literally to “construction house” was the name of a German school of arts that operated between […]
For those interested in antique interior design styles, Andrew Flesher is a resident guru. An award-winning interior designer with 25 years of industry experience, Flesher started his own firm nearly two decades ago. He’s also the former co-head of Gunkelman Flesher Interior Design in Minneapolis. Minimalist interiors, Bohemian style, coastal style, French country, and every […]
The History of Antique Chairs The antique chair wasn’t always a common item. In the medieval era and prior, the lower and middle class typically sat on benches and stools. It wasn’t until the Renaissance in Europe that the chair was no longer a mark of high office or privilege and became a household furniture […]
Tips To Clean Antique Wood Furniture Antiques, as we have said before, are an investment. Like many big purchases, they need proper care to protect its longevity and value. Learning how to care for your furniture is one way you can ensure it will retain its luster and remain in excellent condition for years to […]
How To Identify Antique Furniture When it comes to purchasing antiques, you want to make sure what you’re buying is authentic. But it can be challenging to identify antique furniture, especially if you are new to this area. A piece of antique furniture is as much of an investment as it is a purchase, and […]
Antique Furniture vs. Modern When people hear “antique furniture,” different images come to mind. It could be a mid century modern dining room table, a sturdy chest of drawers, or elegant Queen Anne bedroom furniture. Each idea can trigger an emotional response. That leads to the formulation of opinions, which leads us to make decisions […]
They are currently showing a rerun of my former TV show (Antiques Roadshow German style) in German TV. In one of the shows I discovered a Russian porcelain plate that was made 1895 in St.Petersburg and was part of a porcelain service made for Tsar Nikolaus II., showing soldiers of different ranks in his army. […]