Every bride would want to make her wedding day as memorable as ever and one of the most important items that can make her an instant sensation is her wedding dress. The long flowing yards of silk, chiffon, taffeta, lace and tulle can dazzle the audience like nothing ever. Wedding dresses can range from the
Antique rocking chairs are timeless furniture pieces which evoke a sense of calmness in the body and soothing memories of times gone by. The unique design of the chair which gives it its rocking motion has made it a favorite among individuals of all ages. The chair’s history can be traced to Europe from where
The times of the early antique porcelain dolls dates around the 1850s. Among them the porcelain bisque dolls of German and French make belonging to the mid 1800s and early 1900s are considered valuable by a large number of collectors. The smooth bisque skin and the huge, expressive eyes of such antique dolls touch your
Collection of antique fishing lures for sale has become an interesting hobby among the younger generation of fishing enthusiasts. Fishing lures which can be termed as antique pieces date back to earlier than 1898. They were made from different materials and were classified on the basis of their weight, size, type and color. In fact,
Matchbox, a popular toy brand introduced by Lesney Products in 1953 but is now owned by Mattel, Inc, has always been a perpetual favourite among vintage toy car collectors, with its large varieties of diecast toy vehicles, plastic model kits and action figurines. Collectors were fascinated by the intricate details that went into the making
The name ‘Schwinn’ has been synonymous with high quality bicycles for more than a century. Schwinn Bicycle Company, established in 1895, started with two partners named Ignaz Schwinn and Adolph Arnold. However, Arnold sold his stake in the company later and it was Schwinn who made the company a market leader in the bicycle industry.
Jukeboxes were essential sources of entertainment in public places especially teenager hangouts in the 1950s and 1960s. These mechanical devices were colourful works of art with lots of flashy lights, chrome and glass and allowed people to view the spinning and whirring of machines as they hear their favorite music. Today, some of the classic
Vintage wash stands were the standard household furniture for homes without indoor plumbing until the 20th century, though now, there is still a lot of interest in these furniture as a unique piece of decor in modern homes. While it is important to acquire the right piece of wash stand, here are some tips from Dusty Old
My undying love affair with antique chess sets began when my grandpa introduced me to the game as a child, all the while recounting its rich ancient history. The chess set which belonged to my grandpa passed on to me after my dad and is a testimony of several matches played as a child and
Antique curio cabinets are an artistic piece of furniture mainly handmade by skilled artisans and are designed to exhibit and enhance the look of artful collectables. They are made mainly from wood and glass. The wood is handpicked and put together using hand tools. The exquisite craftsmanship of the skilled artisans brings life to this