Emerging Trends in Collectible Furniture

Leigh and Leslie Keno are twin brothers who are antiques experts, frequently seen on the popular Antiques Roadshow television program. On the Traditional Home website, they have provided some valuable tips for homeowners who want to invest in collectibles that will increase in value. These are some of the emerging trends to look for:

  • Midcentury furniture designed by artisans like Charles and Ray Eames.
  • Classic furniture from the early 1800s based on designs from ancient Greece and Rome.
  • Amish quilts from Lancaster County, Pennsylvania made before 1940.
  • High-end plastic furniture produced under the name Lucite.
  • Carpets and latch-hook rugs designed by sculptor Alexander Calder (show above).

    • Read the complete article at Traditional Home.

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    Date: Monday, August 30th, 2010
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