My friends and I went to a seminar today about antique furniture. While walking down the alley way, I spotted a shop called "5,000 Year Antique Furniture." First, you can't afford it since it will be outrageously expensive. Second, you won't be able to take it out of the country even if you can buy it. Smart tactic. Catchy name...makes you think you're getting a real antique. My friends and I strolled in and found that a majority of the pieces in the shop are new replicas. We looked around and walked out. We like the stores that carry the older furniture. From the condition and smell, you know it's the real stuff from years gone by. We headed over to Hu & Hu, a very reputable antique dealer shop and we learned alot about the various antique pieces that are found in shops. We're in the process of looking for a small cabinet to put under the staircase and will bring it back to the States once we're done with this assignment. I have an idea what I'm looking for and would rather buy something that is antique rather than get a reproduction made. I did spot something and took a picture to show Tony. Now, I just have to take Tony to the shop and have him look at it. If all goes well, we'll probably have something in the house by next weekend.
