In Part 1, we discussed what an antique picker is and the skills you’ll need. Searching for quality antiques isn’t easy – but it can be fascinating and rewarding. This time, we’ll give you more tips – including where to find quality antiques and how to bid at auctions. Take Your Pick Your picking is […]
What is an Antique Picker? An Antique Picker is someone who is skilled in the art of buying antiques from a range of sources and then selling them, at a profit, to antique dealers and shops. Dealers are obviously not able to attend every auction, market or estate sale to find their merchandise and so […]
We’d like to help you find the best antiques. So we’ve created these 10 essential questions to ask when purchasing. (Read Part 1 & 2.) 7) What does the term “provenance” mean? Provenance refers to the “proof” of a piece’s authenticity as an antique. Its age and where it has come from before landing in […]
We’d like to help you find the best antiques. So we’ve created these 10 essential questions to ask when purchasing. (Read Part 1.) 4) Where do I find antiques? The best places to start your search are antique stores, auctions, estate sales, fairs, flea markets and “barns” (multiple vendors). Going in person is best so […]
When you choose to invest in an antique you’re buying a sense of history, a story – with loads of character. Before you make your decision to purchase, it’s important to ask yourself some fundamental questions. The answers will lead you to make informed choices that will encourage a lifelong relationship with antique buying. 1) […]