Rare Victorian
John Werry's in-depth blog on rare Victorian Furniture, with detailed, informative and often humorous posts on dozens of beautiful pieces (chairs, tables, desks, sofas, sideboards, bookcases, credenzas etc). Also includes reference information on makers like R.J. Horner, John Henry Belter, Herter Brothers, J & JW Meeks, Pottier & Stymus, John Jelliff, Thomas Brooks and more. A great starting place for those new to Victorian furniture.
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John Werry discusses collecting Victorian-era antique furniture, and gives advice to new collectors. Based in the suburbs of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, John can be reached via his blog, Rare Victorian, which is a member of our Hall of Fame. Read more »
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