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Old Europe Antique Home Furnishings   Open the drawer of an antique chest, desk, cabinet, or sideboard and you may discover something surprisingly interesting. Look at the corners. Those small interlocking joints—often called dovetails—can provide valuable clues about how a piece of furniture was constructed and sometimes about its approximate age. But there's an important warning: Dovetails alone cannot tell you exactly how old a piece of furniture is. Here's what they can tell you. 1. What Is a Dovetail Joint? A dovetail is a woodworking joint made from interlocking, wedge-shaped sections. When properly constructed, the pieces lock together and...

  Old Europe Antique Home Furnishings   If you've ever tried to move a large European antique cabinet, sideboard, armoire, or dining table, you may have wondered: Why is antique furniture so heavy? The answer often lies in the materials, construction, size, and craftsmanship. Many antique pieces were built in ways that differ considerably from much of today's mass-produced furniture. And when you look beneath the surface, that weight can tell an interesting story. 1. Many Antiques Were Made With Solid Wood One of the biggest reasons antique furniture can be heavy is the extensive use of solid wood. European...

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