Why Should You Buy Antique Furniture?

Have you ever wondered why antique enthusiasts pursue and buy antique furniture and other antiques with such great passion, and why they find it so important to learn as much as they can about the subject? What's the reason these items are so highly valued? Throughout the world antiques are treasured because they symbolize an era that was, and is now gone. These pieces chronicle a previous period of time, a lost generation, or perhaps it's a period of history that we fondly recall. Antiques and antique furniture are objects that make history come alive for us, once again.

Historic value is just one of the reasons antique items have always been highly desired by collectors. Another is, they know that in time, the antiques they possess will be worth an amount far beyond what they originally paid for them. From antique silver to Queen Anne furniture, etc., there will always be avid collectors specializing in the acquisition of various types of antiques. Collecting antiques is all about one's own personal choice.

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However, collecting furniture pieces is quite different from any other type of antique because, although you can look at, admire and enjoy possessing your latest treasure, these are items you live with and use daily. It would be highly unusual for the average collector to amass a large collection of French 18th century armoires/wardrobes, as there certainly would not be room for them in the average home. Although furniture can also be looked at, admired and enjoyed, it is also meant to be lived with and used. When you buy antique furniture, each piece becomes part of your surroundings, your home and your life.

Antique pieces of furniture have been made for every part of the home. Some of the best examples are the living room, This room is where most of the finest 18th and 19th century furniture was designed and made to be used. French and English furniture designers of this period designed some of the most energetic and lavishly upholstered sofas, settees and chairs. Many of these designs were revived in later years and continue to be stylish and useful today. Victorian furniture can still be found today and the Victorian wing chair is quite handsome and very comfortable.

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Antique writing desks and desk chairs, both period and revival, are highly desirable pieces of antique furniture to buy, even today. Also, there are quite a few small, medium and large antique tables that are perfect for both occasional and dining use. And sets of dining chairs, representative of all the well known 18th and 19th Century furniture makers, are sturdy, well constructed and have withstood the test of time.The unusual character of each piece's origin, style and period can significantly enhance the appearance of your home. And, if you buy only a piece or two (or even a whole house full) to decorate your home, it can be a great investment as well!

So, buy antique furniture for your home, even if it's only one or two pieces, it will alter it's look and feel. And, who knows, you may just find a real treasure for your own future gain... Click the link below you'd like to visit my antique furniture shop. You'll find a large selection of antique furniture, lighting, accessories and art for your home.Anita Boyd has been an antique dealer for over twenty years and collector for her entire adult life. She specializes in antique furniture, lighting and decorative accessories for the home. Her website offers a large selection of antique dining tables and chairs, antique writing desks, antique clocks, antique chandeliers and lamps and also vintage antique furniture.