The Ugliest old furniture in the world

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Re: The Ugliest old furniture in the world

Postby eclecticcottage on Thu Feb 23, 2012 11:03 pm

It's not all that bad actually. I'd do a crackle or that sort of streaky finish on them. Pull the goofy looking "detail" work off the buffet glass, and maybe reupholster/dye the fabric on the chairs in a less "70's" look.
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Re: The Ugliest old furniture in the world

Postby utopia13 on Tue Apr 17, 2012 1:57 pm

According to CL posting, it's BEAUTIFUL & RARE! (not!)
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Re: The Ugliest old furniture in the world

Postby jade mortimer on Tue Apr 17, 2012 7:42 pm

well mo, you've got to admit, it IS rare!!
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