Gow Antiques & Restoration Ltd.
Pitscandly Farm, Forfar, Angus, Scotland. DD8 3NZ.
Furniture restoration & courses in discovering British antique furniture.
 
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We have spent the last eighteen years actively involved in the restoration, conservation, and trade of fine antique furniture. During this time we have gained a wealth of specialist knowledge and experience. We offer a consultancy service on different sides of the antiques trade.

We have been involved in the assessment of furniture following fire and flood damage. This service has involved visiting the property, advising on damaged items and compiling a detailed report for insurance companies.

On numerous occasions we have been asked to advise on furniture acquisitions. Many items have been sourced for private individuals and collectors. Each piece has to be examined for authenticity, quality, colour and condition. This search and find process can be time consuming and hard work, pointing out potential problems prior to purchase.

On high value items we believe it is a must to seek advice to avoid disappointment in latter years.

In the past we have advised on the acquisition of antiques businesses, viewing the stock and books.

Consultancy has been give on the efficient running and organisation of a restoration workshop. (Jeremy is also on the vetting team for BAFRA)

For some large collections we have been involved in devising a long-term restoration strategy and ear marking pieces in most need of work

 

INVESTING

Fine furniture I believe is undervalued across the board. It has never reached the heights of pictures and porcelain. With a lack of confidence in many of the world markets, I think furniture is a wonderful long-term investment and can be enjoyed and appreciated in your own home. Items I bought even ten years ago, I have watched their value increase while admiring them daily.

 

DISASTER - FIRE & FLOOD DAMAGE

Fire damage

Fire damage can be a major disaster but as long as things are not physically charred we can restore most pieces back to there original condition, everything tends to be estimated before any work starts.
Polished surfaces are always badly affected after excessive water!

Oak bureau - badly water damaged

Plinth of Victorian sideboard - totally discoloured

Oak carved bench - finish damaged

Elm breakfast table with extensive water damage, we lifted all the top veneer and totally reglued it. The original work was so well carried out this proved alot harder than expected. On cases like this there is no way to not avoid totally repolishing the table, but a good result all the same.

 

MANAGEMENT OF LARGE COLLECTIONS

Gow Antiques looks after a number of properties and monitors large collections of furniture with a view to safeguarding items from further deterioration. Restoration surveys can be tailored to suit individual needs.

 

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