The romance of old-time luggage

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The boxes, trunks, suitcases and bandboxes that once traveled over oceans, prairies, and mountains are purchased in the 21st century to decorate a room, for use as storage containers, as a conversation piece, or to enhance the foot of a bed. These nostalgic pieces are compelling reminders of the past as luggage has come a long way from the stark wooden chests and hide-covered trunks of yesteryears.

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Discovering children's furniture

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Eighteenth century American-made and small pieces imported from England displayed at the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation in Virginia, offer an opportunity for close inspection and leisurely study. From child's painted Windor chair, rocking chair, child's empire-style chest of drawers to children's bed in shades of mahogany or painted turquoise, all arouse collectors' interest.

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Show & tell

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A kaleidoscope of collectors' treasures are on display in the booths lining the aisles. The opinion of various attendees on the show and the rewards experienced by the show dealers and managers or promoters are presented.

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