Into the 20th century

The winds of fashion have been kinder to 20th century furniture than they have to more traditional material. But the criteria of quality and condition still apply, said George Schooling of Essex auction house Sworders (22% buyer’s premium) after its January 31 sale at Stansted Mountfitchet dedicated to 20th century design.

“Arts & Crafts furniture, particularly Cotswolds School, is in demand but, for high prices, name…

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