Antiquing For Dummies (ePub)

"This is a fun and painless way to give yourself a firm
grounding in the wide wonderful world of antiques and
collectibles."

Kyle Husfloen, Managing Editor, Antique Trader Weekly and
Antique Trader's Antiques & Collectibles Price
Guide

Do you love to poke around estate sales and antique shops, but
can't tell the difference between Queen Anne and Queen
Victoria furniture? Do you dream of owning that old Oriental rug or
Meissen figurine -- but worry that the dealer might gouge you
on the price? Do you own pieces you think might be valuable --
but don't know where to go for a reliable appraisal? Relax.
Antiquing For Dummies answers all your antiquing
questions--and more.

Whether you're a beginner or you've already gotten
your feet wet, this fun, friendly guide will give you the savvy you
need to cruise, schmooze, bargain for, and care for antiques with
confidence. In no time you'll be able to:

* Tell the difference between real antiques and stuff
that's just old

* Develop an antique hunt plan of attack

* Select antiques based on the 5 key points of the "RADAR
Test"

* Discover hidden treasures at garages, estate sales, auctions,
and shops

* Get the best deals when buying and selling antiques

* Decorate with antique glass and porcelain from around the
world

* Clean and care for your precious finds

* Work an auction--real-time and online

Writing with humor and common sense, Ron Zoglin and Deborah
Shouse demystify the highfaluting terminology of the antique world.
And step-by-step they walk you through all the antiquing essential,
including:

* Different furniture styles and periods of furniture and how to
distinguish them

* Dovetails, nails, and other construction elements that offer
clues to a piece's age

* Where to go for the best antique bargains -- includes tips
on how to bid at auctions in person or online

* All about antique glass, ceramics and silver

* Integrating antiques into your life at home and at the
office

Antiquing For Dummies gets you up and running with what
you need to know to find, research, and negotiate prices like a
pro.