Fine European and Asian Decorative Arts and Furniture

  • The War and Antiques: How Conflict Shaped the Treasures Collectors Value Today

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    War is often remembered for destruction and tragedy, yet it has also played a surprising role in shaping the world of antique collecting. Many of t...

  • Shine Through Time: A Gentle Guide to Caring for Antique Silver

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    A Gentle Guide to Caring for Antique Silver from Fine Classic Antiques

  • Amazing Chinese Lacquerware

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    1. The Origins of Chinese Lacquerware The history of Chinese Lacquerware dates back over 7,000 years to the Neolithic period. Early artifacts reve...

  • Classic Small Tables of Louis XVI

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    The following are some examples of classic small tables of Louis XVI’s period. 1.Fine tripod gueridon with two surfaces surrounded by elegant chase...

  • 3 Tips to know of Dragon Pattern on Chinese Yongle Porcelain of Ming Dynasty

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    1. The dragon horns of the beard are tilted, the eyes are wide open, and the beard and hair are erect. 2. The mouth of the dragon is long, the ton...

  • 4 Features of Dragon Pattern on Chinese Hongwu Porcelain of Ming Dynasty

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    1. The lines are not as concise as the dragon pattern of the Yuan Dynasty, but the depiction is more delicate. 2. The hair on the back of the drag...

  • 5 Features of Dragon Pattern on Chinese Yuan Dynasty Porcelain

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    5 Features of Dragon Pattern on Yuan Dynasty Porcelain

  • Beautiful Desks and Tables of Louis XVI

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    The following are some examples of beautiful desks and tables of Louis XVI’s period.1.Exceptional bureau plat in ebony veneer, bearing the stamp of...

  • Some Classical Commodes of Louis XVI

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    The following examples are some classical commodes of Louis XVI’s period.1.Fine mahogany commode with ormolu mounts. Of particular note are the two...

  • Some Fine Classic Small Louis XVI Furniture

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    Today, let us have a look at some fine classic small Louis XVI furniture. 1.Fine small gueridon in mahogany with a central shaft and a top that can...

  • Some Examples of Fine Classic Louis XVI Commodes (3/3)

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    Today, let us continue to have a look at some classic styles of the French Louis XVI period commodes. 1. Classic half-moon commode with a grey Sain...

  • Some Examples of Fine Classic Louis XVI Commodes (2/3)

    by Fine Classic Antiques
    Today, let us continue to have a look at several classic styles of the French Louis XVI period commodes. 1. Fine commode with three rows of drawers...