How Do You Tell The Age Of Antique Furniture?
Determining the age of antique furniture is not an exact science, but there are certain indicators of age evident in furniture. How a piece is constructed is a common measure of age. You should look at the screws, nails, wood, joining and hardware. The condition and quality of materials are used to gauge the age of a piece. The wear and tear of a piece of furniture also helps to tell its age. A legitimate antique is one hundred years old or older. It should have a bit of scarring to show for its time. Here are a few tips on how to determine the age of a piece of furniture. Measure the tabletop for round tables. Wood shrinks over time, and only in one direction. Round tabletops should be out of round, meaning they should be slightly oval. Measure the tabletop from top to bottom and from left to right. You should have a discernible amount of difference between the two measurements. Remove a drawer in cabintry. The corners should be dovetailed together. If you see one large dovetail, the
