Publication: What’s It Worth: The Complete Guide to Everyday Collectables
Issue Date: 1992
Publisher: Printed in Great Britain by Cooper Clegg Ltd, Ashchurch, Glos. Marshall Cavendish Ltd 1992. Published by Marshall Cavendish Partworks Ltd, 119 Wardour Street, London W1V 3TD
Condition: In decent condition for age. Please check our images.
Internal notes: QC passed
As you lift the cover of this What’s It Worth? 1992 edition, the delicate artwork of Victorian tea sets greets you, their floral patterns almost leaping off the page. You imagine stepping into a warm parlour, the scent of freshly brewed tea mingling with the faint aroma of polished wood. A gleaming teapot sits on a lace-covered table, surrounded by cups with finely painted roses, each piece a testament to the elegance of the Victorian era. Your hands trace the pages, wondering about the tea parties these delicate sets once hosted—were they used for intimate family moments or grand social gatherings in candlelit rooms?
Turning to the section on old-fashioned wooden dressers, the imagery becomes richer. Picture a stately dresser standing proudly in the corner of a farmhouse kitchen, its worn but sturdy wood glowing softly under the morning light. You see the drawers filled with handwritten recipes and the shelves adorned with heirloom china, passed down through generations. These pieces, far from being mere furniture, hold the stories of countless meals shared, laughter exchanged, and traditions upheld. As you read, it feels as though you’re dusting off the memories of these objects, bringing them back to life, ready to be admired and cherished once more.
The magazine pulls you further into its world with the promise of discovery. Rolling pins, mended chairs, and dressing-table silver aren’t just objects—they’re time travellers, each carrying a piece of history waiting for you to uncover. As you imagine yourself strolling through an antique market, spotting a piece similar to those described, you’re drawn to its imperfections and unique character. This issue isn’t simply a guide; it’s a portal to the thrill of collecting, encouraging you to see the extraordinary in the everyday and to seek out the hidden gems that connect us to the artistry and lives of the past.
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