Although we dont normally do house clearances, we agreed in this instance to help out. While there was nothing of particular value, nevertheless, there were some nice items that could be re-vamped, and it is always far better to recycle such furniture, than them ending up in landfill.
Its always a little bit sad to see someone's life possessions being disposed of in such a way but it does ensure continuity of use for those items and its a true saying that none of us can take our possessions with us when we are called to leave this earth. In fact, it puts life into perspective and makes one realise that it isnt things that are as important, as people, and that we should never take friends or family for granted, but show them that we care whenever we can.
Our possessions are simply on loan to us for as long as we care to keep them and in the case of antiques and quality furniture will almost certainly outlast us. Each piece of furniture tells a story in its scuffs, bruises, ink marks and patina. Thats why I love not only antiques but pre-loved furniture in general. When we no longer have a use for a piece, it can be passed to the next in line who will leave their imprint on it and so it becomes an intrinsic part of our heritage to be enjoyed by each generation.
And with each generation, the finish of the chest of drawers or the table will reflect the fashion of the day. From the dark wood stains of the Victorian era, the utility white gloss of the mid 20th century, to the stripped and waxed pine of the 80s - and now the fashion for shabby chic furniture which started in the Noughties.
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| Victorian Mahogany Writing Table |
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| Stripped Pine Chest of Drawers |
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| Victorian Washstand painted in Annie Sloan Duck Egg |
I wonder what the next trend will be - mmmmm - perhaps I should be starting it!
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