The symbolic value of the turned legs of some antique furniture
In antique furniture, nothing is casual. Every curve, every proportion and every detail responds to a specific way of understanding the world, aesthetics and status. The…
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What is the Art Deco style?
In the world of design and antiques, there are styles that are almost instantly recognizable, even without knowing how to name them. Art Deco is one…
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The origin of ceramics and porcelain
Ceramics has been a unique expression of beauty and engineering that has stood the test of time, leaving a mark throughout history.
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What is the basis weight or grammage of a fabric?
In the world of apparel, there is a fundamental element that often goes unnoticed but plays a crucial role in the quality and style of fabrics:…
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How do I care for antique wooden furniture?
For wooden furniture to last, you need to know how to care for it. My profession has given me a great deal of knowledge on this…
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Gaudí’s furniture: the design of the imaginary
Antoni Gaudí is world-renowned for his work as an architect in the beautiful Catalan city of Barcelona. A designer of genius, he marked the beginnings of…
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Thonet furniture: a great family business
A historic brand Michael Thonet, founder of the Thonet furniture brand known as “Thonet frères” in Vienna, revolutionized the furniture industry by inventing the principle of…
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Chinese medicine: History of an ancient pharmacy cabinet
Traditional Chinese medicine has always surprised and passionate me. On one of our trips in search of unique pieces we find this wonder of “antique pharmacy…
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Konvent – The “glocal” interior design
Konvent, with its fusion of antique, decadent and timeless, with its interior design has made it an artistic center without equal. The concept of design of…
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