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The Story of Blue Willow
If you have been antiquing for very long, it is a great possibility you have seen the Willow pattern in your shopping travels. Thomas Minton designed the pattern around 1790 and for more than 200 years, various manufacturers have used this beautiful, storied transferware pattern. Born in 1765, Thomas Minton was an English potter. He founded Thomas Minton and Sons...
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Hilton Head Island, SC
Alan W. enjoys getting away from it all at his vacation home on Hilton Head Island in South Carolina. We certainly agree that the view from his dining room overlooking the bay is extremely relaxing - can you hear the gentle waves lapping the shore and the cry of the sea gulls? Alan was seeking antique dining chairs to go...
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Spartanburg, SC
It was a gorgeous day when we pulled into Susan B.'s driveway in Spartanburg, SC. Susan has been a great client for years now, and we're always happy to bring another piece to her beautiful home. Susan picked this very high-quality Antique French Renaissance Hunting Buffet (circa 1880) because it has a wolf or hunting dog at the top that...
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Shop Small: Shop at EuroLux Antiques!
Greg and I were thrilled to find out about the 2nd annual American Express Shop Small campaign! First there was Black Friday, and then Cyber Monday. Now there's Small Business Saturday on November 26th! Do your part to help the economy by supporting small businesses! You'll get a one-time $25 statement credit from American Express when you use your registered...
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Roanoke, VA
Today's blog post is a big shout out of thanks to Sean Doherty at Doherty Interior Design in Roanoke, Virginia. Sean added a stunning Antique Scottish Drumhead Grandfather Clock from EuroLux Antiques to complete a new design for a client's office. Antique Scottish Drumhead Grandfather Clocks are rather difficult to find, but this one, which dates to circa 1820, is...
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What is the Art Deco Style of Antiques?
As an antiques dealer, I am often asked how I determine the approximate age of an antique or vintage item. While the true answer to that question is from the experience gained through many years of directly handling antique and vintage items, one aspect of any determination of age is the aesthetic style or design of the item in question...
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Cambridge, MA
Hans J. purchased this charming Vintage Flemish Candelabra from EuroLux Antiques and let us know that it was for his Dutch Room in Cambridge, MA. We were very intrigued and asked Hans to send us photos, which he was happy to do! He further explained that he grew up with European antiques because his family owned a small antiques shop...
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Happy Oktoberfest in Newberry, SC!
Newberry, South Carolina, is a sleepy southern town and on most days reminds me of Mayberry on the Andy Griffith show. With a population of just 10,000 in the city limits, chances are that if you bring up someone's name in conversation, a relative of theirs will be within earshot. We're known as the City of Friendly Folks for a...
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Franklin, TN
Kimberly in Franklin, TN, just loves Blue Delft and we don't blame her! The larger the collection of Antique Blue Delft, the more beautiful and impressive it looks. Kimberly mentioned that she has Antique Blue Delft in nearly every room in her home, and was thrilled to find a Vintage Blue Delft Chandelier at EuroLux Antiques to add to her...
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What is Brittany Style Antique Furniture?
Do you like very heavily carved and dark antique furniture? Do you collect or admire Folk Art? Do you love Quimper pottery (the hand-painted style of ceramics from northwest France)? The Brittany Style of antique furniture is not for everyone, but chances are if you like ornate and elaborately hand-carved furniture and appreciate the rustic quality of Folk Art, you...
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