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    Are we being eco-friendly by choosing vintage?

    The limits of growth Most great civilisations before us collapsed for one simple reason: they failed to manage the way they extracted and used resources. They grew too large, too dependent, too greedy. Supplies began to run out, shortages appeared, hunger followed, unrest grew — or the environment was degraded so severely that even small…

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    Is this an authentic Cadovius? How to recognize original wall units designed by Poul Cadovius and what made them so special?

    Cadovius shelving units have always been popular. In recent years, however, there has been an enormous surge in interest and many inquiries about them. Frequently asked questions include: I’d like to concisely explain how to easily identify Cadovius furniture through several details and provide some history about this ingenious Danish designer. Poul Cadovius designed his…

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    Moving in Mid-Century Modern Style: A Guide for Design Lovers

    Every house or apartment relocation, which can be an ordeal for individuals and businesses alike, makes me think about the essence of our business, namely the furniture itself. Especially about their dimensions and weight, and how these have changed over the centuries. Here, it is impossible not to praise the mid-century modern style for its…

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    Vintage furniture, how to buy so you don’t lose?

    The rule of limited resources All beautiful objects, limited in quantity, gain value over time. This statement can be assumed with a steadily increasing GDP, relative world peace, and a rapidly growing and wealthy Earth population. Real estate in the centers of major cities, where land is increasingly scarce, is becoming more expensive; classic cars,…

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    Cesca chair – is it still an original or already a replica?

    The first few decades of a piece of furniture’s existence are a test of longevity. If the object passes this test, we know it will survive for decades as long as we take good care of it. So, how do we recognize valuable Thonet Cesca chair originals? How can we distinguish Gavina productions from fakes,…