jeudi 25 janvier 2018

Purchasing Items From Antique English Furniture Dealers

By Karen Gibson


Many people buy and collect antiques and they will furnish their homes with items made in England. Quality pieces of furniture not only look good but they last for hundreds of years if they are looked after properly. When you are buying items from antique English furniture dealers there are a number of them to choose from and some care is needed when you are making any purchases.

It is extremely important that when buying pieces that you only buy from a well established dealer that has a good reputation. Due to the high value of some antiques there are many fake pieces on the market. When you are spending large sums of money you will want to make sure that the item is genuine.

Many different pieces of furniture can be purchased from a dealer such as dining tables, chairs and display cabinets. You can also find antique desks, cabinets and writing bureaus in a large number of stores. Many of the pieces will be in original condition and some will have had some restoration work carried out by an expert.

Many of the dealers will have a good stock of antiques to choose from but if you are looking for a particular item they can usually source it for you. They may be able to call one of their contacts or they may buy your piece at auction. The dealers are also able to contact overseas retailers who may have the item that you are looking for and it can be purchased and shipped to you.

There are a few ways to locate a dealer that can sell you pieces of furniture for your home. There are specialist retailers on some high streets that sell antiques and you can find adverts for dealers in the press. Contact numbers for retailers can also be found in the business section of the telephone book.

Browsing the web is another good way to find a retailer and a large number of them advertise pieces online. Each piece will be listed on the web pages with a detailed description, price and there will be some pictures. If you are interested in an item that you find on the web you should call the dealer and discuss things before you buy.

If you buy from one of the online antique retailers there are some very important things to think about before you make any purchases. You can use a courier company to deliver the item to your address or you can collect the piece in a suitable vehicle. If you use a courier it is essential to make sure that the item is fully insured against loss or damage while it is in transit.

When you have made a purchase it is very important to keep receipts and any paperwork that comes with the piece. Most collectors will want to check the history of an item before they buy and if you sell your furniture in the future you will need this paperwork. If you need to get a piece valued or appraised you can contact one of the dealers and they will asses your item.




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