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What You Need to Know to Get Started
Do you think that provenance is a region in France?
Do you think that patina is an antipasto?
Do you ever wonder what the difference is between original finish and original condition?
If so, then please read on. The subject of antiques can be confusing; it has its own language. In this month's column, I'll de-mystify some terms commonly used in the business, so that you'll be appropriately armed for your next antique adventure.
Antique:
Basically, an antique is something old that has value because of esthetic or historical reasons. Generally, if a piece is more than 100 years old, it is considered an antique. Although, I have recently heard people use the 50-year mark for Canadian pieces; the rationale being that Canada is a young country relative to places such as Europe and Asia. However, I'm old fashioned and apply the 100-year definition to Canadian pieces.
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