Comments on: Why do rich people collect antiques? http://ponderingstuff.com/2010/02/06/why-do-people-collect-antiques/ Sat, 14 Apr 2012 09:21:17 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.com/ By: Jefferson Faudan http://ponderingstuff.com/2010/02/06/why-do-people-collect-antiques/#comment-373 Sat, 14 Apr 2012 09:21:17 +0000 http://ponderingstuff.wordpress.com/?p=8#comment-373 you’ll never appreciate one not unless you’re well versed with history, art etc… aside from the historical story of those items, you just can’t deny its durability… it’s like purchasing the latest rolex or tag heuer for most nouveau riche because it’s trendy but the old money will purchase a witnauer or a hamilton or a vostok or a pierre cardin or yves saint laurent because it’s classic elegance will live on…

]]> By: Michelle http://ponderingstuff.com/2010/02/06/why-do-people-collect-antiques/#comment-30 Sat, 24 Apr 2010 20:52:04 +0000 http://ponderingstuff.wordpress.com/?p=8#comment-30 People buy antiques and collectibles for several reasons , rich or poor;

The quality of the item is better than anything you can but today especially furniture. It was built to last hundreds of years.

The history behind an item.

Because it is something that you find pleasing to look at, sit on, hold in your hands.

The thrill of the hunt for that one perfect piece to fill a collection.

A passion for the story, history and life behind the items you purchase.

I am far from rich and collecting has been part of my life since I was young… hand me downs and all.

You don’t find many used mattresses at antique shops or wobbly furniture. The only clothes you will find are nice, clean vintage items or new items with a vintage look to them.

I take it you are not a collector nor do you hold an appreciation for something that still survives after 100 yrs., no passion for the past or history.

If you are not a collector you will never understand.

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