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The decline of the British aristocracy and antiques
Posted by WATANABETAIGA
When you hear "British antiques," you probably think of something that is reserved for the aristocracy . The great British antiques developed greatly due to the demand and patronage of the British aristocracy, who flourished in the 19th century. In the early 20th century, the British aristocracy began to decline.
Antique decoration "cartouche"
Posted by WATANABETAIGA
This is a general term for oval, shield-shaped, and other "border decorations," and is seen in a variety of European decorative arts, including architecture, painting, and crafts.
Relationship between gold and silver market prices and antique market prices
Posted by WATANABETAIGA
I'm sure many of you have heard the news that the price of gold has been rising over the past few years, but the international price of silver has similarly skyrocketed. I will talk about the relationship between the gold and silver market and the antique market (mainly antique silver).
Antique decoration with "bird" motif
Posted by WATANABETAIGA
In particular, many of the European antiques from around 1900 that we carry in our store feature birds as decorative motifs .
British afternoon tea
Posted by WATANABETAIGA
In Japan, there are drinks called "Gogo-no-Kocha" and chain cafes called "Afternoon Tea" that are popular.
In Britain, which actually leads the world's tea culture, tea is a custom that can be said to be part of life.
Periodization of British Antiques
Posted by WATANABETAIGA
Period division is a term used to classify antiques according to the year of manufacture. Britain's eras are named after the king who ruled over them.
Since it greatly reflects the background of the era and the tastes of the king at that time, the style changes with each era.
A hallmark of British silverware
Posted by WATANABETAIGA
All British made silver products have a small stamp called a hallmark.
When it comes to pocket watches, the silver cases of British watches are also engraved.
European silver products have hallmarks, stamped with marks to certify purity, etc., and these are said to date back to the Eastern Roman Empire in the 4th century.
The British hallmark system was established by law during the reign of Edward I in the 14th century, and silver products were required to be sterling silver (92.5% purity).
