Description
This stunning volume makes a speciality of the qualities of the old things in our homes (the patina of an old table, pewter dulled by age, old floorboards that creak) and easy methods to live with and incorporate them into our personal aesthetic. Divided into chapters by the qualities of old—peeling, dried, tarnished, faded, chipped, frayed, rusty, and mossy—this unique book not only will pay tribute to furniture, textiles, china, silver and other accessories with these qualities but additionally shows us how absolute best to preserve, adapt, and arrange them. Lavishly illustrated with beautiful photographs that highlight the warm colors and wealthy textures of wood and paint, cloth and leather, For the Love of Old also includes ideas and recipes for saving old items from the junk pile, preserving and taking care of the old things you may have, giving newer things a lived-in feel, and bringing a long lasting personality to each home.