Antiques Display by Room

01/11/09 15:43 Filed in: Antiques
IMG_0011Various Antique Farm Implements on Display in a Workroom.

Kitchen:
1 Use a mix of open and closed shelving. Group collections in displays according to type or colour.
2 Art in the kitchen, especially that referring to domestic chores, food or the outdoors, can make this room, which we spend so much time in, more pleasant to be in!
3 Install an old shelf or place a chimney cupboard in the corner to add interest to a standard cabinetry lay-out.

Bedroom:
1 Smaller collectables can be displayed in vignettes or groupings on bedside, vanity or dresser. Perfumes bottles on a mirrored tray for example.
2 Painted furniture pieces in wood, wicker or metal can add charm and work especially well with a country style.
3 In the bedroom, a large piece, such as a wardrobe or four-poster bed, can make an impression.

Living & Dining Room:
The feel of judicious accumulation over the years works especially well in these rooms.
1 Display architectural salvage or wall-mount an old textile for it’s beautiful texture.
2 Display an oil lamp collection on a side-board or light tapers in antique silver or brass candlesticks.
3 Consider converting a treasured object into a table or floor lamp and using it as part of your decor.