Antiques

Inspiring antique and vintage pieces, fascinating histories and all the latest trends and records

Collecting

All the guidance you need to build beautiful collections

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Collecting Guides

A beginners guide to buying at auction

A woman holds a silver-gilt candelabra, one of a pair whilst wearing gloves

How do I clean my antique candle holders?

An Art Nouveau advert for Olsina Water Paints

Art nouveau: the history, the designers, the antiques

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Display Ideas

How to create showstopping arrangements with your antiques

Rich tones and deep colours give a contemporary backdrop to classic 19th-century arts and crafts pieces

7 ways to create a William Morris style Christmas

An antique printers tray is mounted on the wall and used to display a collection of small curios

How to organise your home using antiques

Antique ornaments in brightly coloured open cabinets next to a DSW Eames Chair. Ornaments include, Staffordshire dogs, Dresden

8 creative ways to display antique collectables and miniatures

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Antiques News

The latest updates from the world of antiques

The stolen Portland Tiara against a black background

Portland Tiara stolen from The Welbeck Estate

The Royal Academy’s north-facing entrance, Burlington Gardens - Copy

Celebrate 250 Years of the Royal Academy

The Old Cinema Instagram image of mid-century sideboard

10 must-follow Instagram accounts for antiques hunters

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Collecting guides

An antiques dealer pointing at a glass display case full of Martin Brothers birds

The history of Martin Brothers pottery birds

A brightly coloured Pollock's toy theatre

The history of antique toy theatres

An antique wooden chair with a woven seat

Collecting Guides

Antiques guide: how to collect antique chairs

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Art

A large gallery wall of black and white prints lining a staircase

10 tips for displaying art in your home

Artist and art dealers discussing paintings

Antiques guide: how to shop for art

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The Knowledge: Rupert Maas on Victorian Engravings