Heirloom

This guide to identifying and valuing antiques covers pictures, porcelain, silver and furniture, dolls, toys and Art Nouveau. The text concentrates on the items that readers might find in their loft or at the local auction rooms. Many of the contributors give advice on what is under- or low-priced in each area of collecting and speculate on what may become the antiques of the future. Additional information is included on restoration and preservation.
 
This guide to identifying and valuing antiques covers pictures, porcelain, silver and furniture, dolls, toys and Art Nouveau. The text concentrates on the items that readers might find in their loft or at the local auction rooms. Many of the contributors give advice on what is under- or low-priced in each area of collecting and speculate on what may become the antiques of the future. Additional information is included on restoration and preservation.