Many people today have developed a penchant for collecting antique accessories. It is truly exciting as your collection gets bigger. Being able to acquire unique and older pieces seems to be the icing on the cake. It's like falling in love everytime a new piece is introduced into the collection.
It could be a daunting task. Finding a priceless antique is quite difficult. Here are some tips to help you gather those priceless accessories.
Many women fancy antique dolls. Most antique dolls still have intact bodies but worn out clothes. If you know how to sew, you could design your very own collection of original dresses. Sometimes, it will be necessary to replace eyes, wigs, shoes… and they can get very expensive.
If you are willing to spend, it would be good to look at the face paintings, the more intricate, the more priceless. You will be able to see if the face has been hurriedly painted, its artistry will determine its worth. If you want to save, buying rare dolls that are slightly-damaged will save you a lot of money. Most of the time, the damages are hardly noticeable.
Collecting and maintaining antique furniture is another thing. You have to maintain its beauty by applying constant touch-ups every now and then. Dry cotton cloth is best for dusting. Wipe off spills immediately to avoid stains with a dry cloth. Apply beeswax like Lakeone or Dugay along the grain with a small rag in even strokes. Allow to dry for around two hours then buff with a shoe brush. White spots are simply rewaxed to bring back the old shine.
Clocks are wonderful things to collect. It is important for a collector that each of his clocks be in tip-top shape. Here are some tips. Keep your clocks away from extreme temperatures. Don't overwind to keep the key snuggly-fit and wind at the same time daily. Leveling pendulum clocks is important to assure a balanced swing.
When your clock stops working, it may have accumulated dust so keep it clean at all times. A horologist may help you in cleaning and oiling them every couple of years or so. The wood cases should be dusted and waxed regularly.
Collecting antiques will call for experience on your part. It is necessary for you to see as many collections as possible to ensure the authenticity as well as quality in the items you purchase. You could browse through books, the internet or get in touch with other collectors so you can view theirs. Collectors may also give you invaluable tips.
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