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Contentment Farm Antique Textiles
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Welcome to Contentment Farm! Here we feature the best items from our extensive inventory of antique textiles and clothing. We have included an archive of previously sold items for study purposes. Please enjoy browsing and feel free to ask questions, we are always happy to answer when we can! We use security measures to protect against the loss, misuse and alteration of data used by our system. |
Address: Berlin, MA, 01503
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Contentment Farm Antique Textiles Collecting antique and vintage clothing is an interesting and rewarding area. The hardest decision that a new collector will have to make is where to begin. Is condition really important? What era is the most collectible? Should you collect a specific style of clothing or perhaps an accessory that spans many eras? What about price? All of these are excellent questions to ask yourself and considering each is an important step that will help the new collector find their direction.
First, let’s consider condition. Yes, it is important! That said we are talking about antique and vintage fabrics which have been used and most likely worn, to expect perfection is unrealistic. Even museum pieces will have some flaws, wear and perhaps even a few small stains, these are to be expected on items that were used in everyday life. Aside from obvious rips or repairs, you will want to avoid pieces that have dry rot, shattering of silk fabrics (seen as shredding or splitting in the fabric), or more than just a touch of perspiration discoloration in the area of the underarms. Another thing to look for when considering condition is the originality of the piece, does it have alterations. Some alteration may be acceptable, especially period alterations to accommodate another wearer if it does not affect the original style of the piece.
At Contentment Farm you will always find a wide, ever changing selection of high quality antique textiles, fashions and vintage clothing.
We feature a full range of period costume including Victorian gowns, Edwardian tea dresses, 1920's beaded flapper dresses, antique coats, wraps and shawls including paisley shawls to art deco era lame shawls. Our line of antique and vintage accessories includes hats and bonnets, antique shoes dating as early as the 18th century, antique beaded purses, beautiful antique fans, hand made and other types of vintage lace for wear and trimming.
You will also find a selection of designer and couture pieces from the 1940s and 50s through today.
We also offer select antique dolls and toys, needlework, samplers, hand made antique quilts and many other textiles for home decor.
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