Antiques and vintage items have long been centerpieces of style, but the experience of shopping for them has changed dramatically in recent years, and so has the experience of buying second-hand contemporary pieces.
Antiquing used to be about attending fairs, rummaging through shops, and going to auctions. While the thrill of the hunt was great for some, it was a tedious way to find truly outstanding pieces to fit one’s style.
Now, rapidly growing online companies such as Chairish.com and 1stDibs.com present a carefully curated selection of furniture and home decor. Searching by theme, time period, place of origin, style, or various other criteria quickly zeros in on the right pieces. These offerings are not only antiques (made over 100 years ago) and vintage items (made between 30 and 100 years ago), but also high-end contemporary items.
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