{"product_id":"the-art-of-antiquing-in-france","title":"The Art of Antiquing in France By Sharon Santoni","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe essential guide on what to collect, how to select, and where to find the French antiques of your dreams, complete with expert tips and insider knowledge.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter decades of antique hunting throughout France, Sharon Santoni offers invaluable insight on finding and collecting French antiques--from Provençal quilted\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eboutis\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto floral transferware to landscape paintings--which exude a singular charm and bring cachet to the home. Through aspirational photographs, interviews with specialized dealers, and the savoir faire of a local, her comprehensive guide includes well-researched descriptions of the most popular French collectibles, including tableware, silverware, paintings, textiles, rugs and tapestries, jewelry, books and illustrations, furniture, chandeliers and mirrors, and architectural and garden details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtensive resources complete the book, with advice on where to shop--from professional\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003edéballages\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto live auctions, and from flea markets to annual fairs--along with Sharon's favorite antique dealers throughout France, a glossary of terms, a buyer's guide to successful antiquing with useful phrases, and a detailed index. This sumptuous book is an indispensable reference for antique lovers everywhere. A portal to the charm and elegance of French antiques, it embodies the thrill of the hunt and the allure of French style to infuse your home with soul and personality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Random House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53019293188393,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/9685\/2265\/files\/LaPetiteMaison-28.jpg?v=1784044816","url":"https:\/\/www.lapetitemaison.us\/products\/the-art-of-antiquing-in-france","provider":"La Petite Maison","version":"1.0","type":"link"}