We Thank The Lot Of You!

We have been beating the bushes for several weeks since the holidays ravaged our inventory. No less than 50 pieces of furniture and only the Lord knows how many decorative accessories have come in since the end of December? Trucks, boxes and many footsteps have been the constant of the most recent days and weeks.

I know this may sound a bit contrary to what the media has been saying, but all you have to do is visit us on a weekend afternoon or a Tuesday morning...or, I guess, even a Thursday for that matter. I have some theories as to why we seem to be busier than most places I've been to or heard about, lately...

Maybe it's because of the "pent-up, post holiday, cabin fever, relative recession perspective, sick of that empty wall or corner, tired of newly made junk, just had to get out of the house, hate to leave the house so I better go now and get it over with...reason(s)?

OR

It could just be the simple fact that when you arrive at our store we take a moment to say hello and smile? I don't mean to speculate on such matters of importance but as Kathy likes to say..."you just don't know when to stop!"

In any event, THANKS!

Replica vs. Reproduction?

Which would you rather have, a replica or a reproduction? In fact, what is the difference and why would one prefer one over the other? Well, in my usual, pliable and oft safe, answer…it depends…I am, in this case, being advisedly cautious. When referring to furniture, especially the broadly and overused classification of reproduction furniture, there exists those who choose one, yet receive another.

To reproduce a piece of Early American Furniture serves the majority as a far more functional option. To narrowly adhere to the needed confines of a replica may well overlook a more, modern functionality. The deeper drawer, a wider table or pine verses chestnut just to mention a few. Then there is the constraint of acceptable cost associated with the careful attention to detail. The chamfered drawer, the hand cut dovetail and the hardwood peg. The thought of a replica is enough for most and hardly achievable for the lofty standards of a few. But, they both play an important role in the preservation of an historic trend here in America.

Many simply prefer what appears to be as well as what is accessible and affordable. Well, that is: Especially when they are on sale!!! The upward leap from reproduction to replica can be a mighty one especially for a frugal Yankee like me. Likewise, the step down can be just as unacceptable and unthinkable. However, for the upper 2%, anything less than authentic could cause a permanent case of disorientation and render them a recluse. Well, “to each his own I say!” Just be sure to call us when you decide to join the ranks of the happy, reproduction owning cast of millions. Because that’s what we do and we’re darn good at it!