Antique valuations: Expert recommends high-quality imitations
This year, antique appraisals could be sought for furniture products.
Those on the lookout for accurate antique valuations might have noted an expert's comments regarding pieces that are inspired by iconic products.
Writing for the Telegraph, Alison Cork discusses the potential appeal of items from the likes of Fantastic Furnitures.
She stated: "High-quality imitations of classics such as the Florence Knoll sofas and Arne Jacobsen Egg chairs will add an instant talking point to any room."
Ms Cork identified a Barcelona chair - made from polished steel and hand-stitched leather - which has a value of about £395.
The correspondent indicated that the piece could catch the attention of those looking for designer-style products at an affordable price.
News of the chair's value may play well with collectors looking for antique appraisals.
In addition, potential bidders might have noted that a lock of hair belonging to the French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte was recently sold in New Zealand for about £9,000.
Posted by Lisa Marriott