Posts Tagged ‘Expert’

Learn more about 18th century Queen Anne side chairs in this free online guide to antiquefurniture collecting and collectibles. Expert: Sue Shea Contact: www.SheaAntique.com Bio: Sue Shea has been dealing in antiques since 1979, and has her own shop, Shea Antiques, located in Shelburne Falls, MA. Her passion is early American 18th & 19th century antique country furnishings. Filmmaker: Christian Munoz-Donoso

There are many types of antique chairs, including dinning room chairs and upholstered chairs, which can all be reconditioned to fit your needs and style. Find an antique chair at an antique mall, and don’t be afraid to have it reupholstered or refurbished, with advice from a certifiedantique appraiser in this free video on antiques. Expert: Blake Kennedy Contact: KennedyBrothersAppraisers.com Bio: Blake Kennedy has been the owner of Kennedy Brothers Auctions and Appraisals since 1991. He is a certified estate specialist and a member of the Certified Appraisers Guild of America. Filmmaker: Christopher Rokosz

Antique writing desks can be made of oak, mahogany or walnut, and are generally smaller desks with a single drawer. Find an antique writing desk that will match current furniture, and fit into the designated space, with information from a certifiedantique appraiser in this free video on antiques. Expert: Blake Kennedy Contact: KennedyBrothersAppraisers.com Bio: Blake Kennedy has been the owner of Kennedy Brothers Auctions and Appraisals since 1991. He is a certified estate specialist and a member of the Certified Appraisers Guild of America. Filmmaker: Christopher Rokosz

When buying an antique rocking chair, decide what the chair will be used for, where the rocker will go and if the chair is sturdy and safe. Find out how to identify an antique rocking chair that has been refurbished with information from a certifiedantique appraiser in this free video on antiques. Expert: Blake Kennedy Contact: KennedyBrothersAppraisers.com Bio: Blake Kennedy has been the owner of Kennedy Brothers Auctions and Appraisals since 1991. He is a certified estate specialist and a member of the Certified Appraisers Guild of America. Filmmaker: Christopher Rokosz

To get an accurate appraisal on an antique, speak to a license appraiser with the proper certifications or check on the Internet. Remember, when appraising antiques, it is important to take location into consideration, with insight from a certifiedantique appraiser in this free video on antiques. Expert: Blake Kennedy Contact: KennedyBrothersAppraisers.com Bio: Blake Kennedy has been the owner of Kennedy Brothers Auctions and Appraisals since 1991. He is a certified estate specialist and a member of the Certified Appraisers Guild of America. Filmmaker: Christopher Rokosz

When buying an antique china cabinet, take measurements of where the furniture will go, bring pictures of your existing table and look around at different shops to find something that will fit with the decor. If you find an antique china cabinet you like, bargain for it and purchase it right away with advice from a certifiedantique appraiser in this free video on antiques. Expert: Blake Kennedy Contact: KennedyBrothersAppraisers.com Bio: Blake Kennedy has been the owner of Kennedy Brothers Auctions and Appraisals since 1991. He is a certified estate specialist and a member of the Certified Appraisers Guild of America. Filmmaker: Christopher Rokosz

The value and price of antique dishes will vary depending on who made the dishes, the pattern or design, the condition and the demand. Check with a local antique shop or on the Internet to determine the value of antique dishes with help from a certifiedantique appraiser in this free video on antiques. Expert: Blake Kennedy Contact: KennedyBrothersAppraisers.com Bio: Blake Kennedy has been the owner of Kennedy Brothers Auctions and Appraisals since 1991. He is a certified estate specialist and a member of the Certified Appraisers Guild of America. Filmmaker: Christopher Rokosz

Create wall art by putting up picture frames to add texture and by using mirrors to open up space. Decorate the walls of a home to add character to the rooms using tips from a professional decorator in this free video on home decorating. Expert: Ann Myrick Bio: Since 1997, Ann Myrick has been a professional decorator, house cleaner, home organizer and planner. Filmmaker: Tim Brown

Antique sewing machines do not generally bring in a lot of money, with the exception of the Singer Featherweight 221 model. Find out why antique sewing machines are not valuable to collectors with information from a certifiedantique appraiser in this free video on antiques. Expert: Blake Kennedy Contact: KennedyBrothersAppraisers.com Bio: Blake Kennedy has been the owner of Kennedy Brothers Auctions and Appraisals since 1991. He is a certified estate specialist and a member of the Certified Appraisers Guild of America. Filmmaker: Christopher Rokosz

To prepare color wash, or a glaze mix, combine one-third water, one-third glaze and one-third paint until the mixture forms a creamy consistency. Use color wash glazes to add a layer of dimension and transparency to flat paint with help from an interior designer and decorative artist in this free video on faux finishes. Expert: Lorna Campodonico Bio: Lorna Campodonico has been commissioned to produce custom artwork for some of the finest homes and restaurants in the San Francisco Bay Area. Filmmaker: EquilibrioFilms Erik