Adjectiveantique (comparative more antique, superlative most antique) Positive antique Comparative more antique Superlative most antique
Related termsFrom Wiktionary under the GNU Free Documentation License. An antique (Latin: antiquus; old) is an old collectible item. It is collected or desirable because of its age, rarity, condition, utility, or other unique features. It is an object that represents a previous era in human society. Antiques are usually objects which show some degree of craftsmanship, or a certain attention to design such as a desk or the early automobile. They are bought at antique shops, or passed down as an estate. Some valuable antiques can be bought from antique dealers and auction services or purchased online through websites and online auctions. Antique dealers are often members of national trade associations, many of which themselves belong to CINOA, a confederation of art and antique associations across 21 countries, representing 5000 dealers. PurposeIn historyAny historical museum makes a considerable use of antiques in order to illustrate historical events and give them a practical context. Just about any object can become an antique if it survives long enough, but value of an antique in the market place is determined by its appeal and social acceptance. For example museums exist of Ephemera, that is of objects and items that would normally be thrown away, such as packaging and advertising flyers and posters. From Wikipedia under the
GNU Free Documentation License How do I clean an antique barn board pine floor? Q. We have antique barn board floors in our living room and kitchen. (They were reclaimed from old barns.) They are beautiful - all different widths and lengths, individually nailed in place. They were finished with a low-shine veranthane product. I've been cleaning them with vinegar and water - but that is just not good enough. We have three kids, and the floors are dull and smudged now, even right after cleaning. Help please! Asked by carpetgirl - Sun Nov 5 18:33:58 2006 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments A. Murphy's Oil Soap is the way to go. Since it sounds like you have some build up you may need to use a brush this first time. Work in small areas to control the amount of water on the floor. Once you get it clean a simple mop with the oil soap will keep it up. My house is 120 years old with wood floors and four kids, this works!!! Answered by Blessed Chick - Sun Nov 5 20:26:44 2006 How do I tell if furniture is antique? Q. My grandparents have a house full of furniture and some of it is VERY old and some is new. I know the new stuff isn't antique but the older stuff I don't know. How would we know or go about finding out? Asked by Scared_Mommy - Sun May 20 14:50:03 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments A. if you`can obtain`a piece of the wood`thats loose`and it wont break`its real` Answered by Malco - Sun May 20 15:02:24 2007 How do I preserve and display an antique book?
Q. I have an antique Bible (1818) that's a family heirloom. I've always kept it on my bookshelf so my family and I could see it. Unfortunately, it's in rough shape. The leather cover is falling off, it's a dust magnet, and I fear that leaving it exposed to the open air every day isn't helping it. Is there a proper way to preserve and take care of an old book without hiding it away in a closet? Thanks in advance for any and all answers. Asked by TumbleTim - Sat Mar 22 12:12:32 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments A. It sounds like this book has a lot of personal and sentimental value, so cost isn't as much of an issue as it ordinarily might me. This document should prove helpful. The bulk of it comprises a DIY solution, showing you how to make your own custom book box. However, at the end, there are a few links to directories of people who can make a custom box for you: These people may be able to help you: They manufacture a series of boxes custom-designed for specific modern 1st editions, so you probably won't find a specific box which works for you, but someone from that site should be able to point you to a reliable 3rd party, if you have no success with the 1st link. Good luck! Answered by myersb68 - Sat Mar 22 12:29:42 2008 From Yahoo Answer Search: "antique"  news.google.com Examiner.com The shop sells rooms of antique furniture, knick knacks, country chic, primitives, candles and gifts. In addition, they offer shelves of local honey made in ... news.google.com Hunterdon County Democrat See five barns, antique carriages and tractors displayed, art and spinning demonstrations on the township Historical Society and Trail Association's Barn ... news.google.com News-antique.com (press release) Gray's Auctioneers is pleased to announce its 22nd Fine Art and Antiques auction to be held Saturday July 25th at 1pm. Gray's Auctioneers Llc has quickly ... From Google News Search: "antique"  incolor.inetnebr.com 630px x 804px | 123.90kB [source page] antique quilt top q169 jpg  incolor.inetnebr.com 614px x 796px | 131.00kB [source page] antique quilt top q167 jpg  tropicalisland.de 640px x 963px | 295.10kB [source page] VNS Varanasi or Benares cobbler and tailor shop with antique sewing machine 3008x2000 jpg From Yahoo Image Search: "antique"  aboutdoll.blogspot.com Arnot hu, 30 Jul 2009 03:43:00 GM Excellent Resource About Doll House, Doll Clothes, Barbie Doll, Fashion Doll, Japanese Doll.  howtofix.org Fix Handyman Wed, 29 Jul 2009 15:00:58 GM It's easy to look at a wooden . antique. and dismiss it as an old chunk of junk that looks bad because it hasn't been used for over fifty years. But if you're a.  buzzup.com buzzupnews hu, 30 Jul 2009 00:30:04 GM An Australian tourist has been charged after admitting he was behind the wheel of a van which knocked over an . antique. street lamp in Wanaka. From Google Blog Search: "antique" |
