A Beginner's Guide to Becoming an Antiques Dealer: Antiques for Everyone - Couverture souple

Pym, Christine

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1628575166 ISBN 13 : 9781628575163

Editeur : Strategic Book Publishing, 2014

Synopsis

Antiques maintain a fascinating and magical allure. The business attracts creative, sometimes larger-than-life colourful characters. And although the boom years of the 1990s have passed, most rogues and fly-by-night dealers have fallen by the wayside. It is imperative today that a professional air is exercised to make a living. Even though involvement in the industry may be as small or large as one likes - a part-time hobbyist, collector, enthusiast, or professional dealer - various rules and regulations have emerged to help provide fair trading and credibility in this industry that sets it apart from any other retail business. The subject is so diverse that it has no beginning and no end. It can stretch one's expertise, knowledge, and entrepreneurship in every direction, which is why it so often appeals to retired professionals and ex-business people with a proven track record. Having been involved with the high-end antiques industry for 25 years, starting as a hobby and working through all the various stages, including owning/co-directing two professional businesses, the author thought it would be interesting to look back and analyse the process for others. A Beginner's Guide to Becoming an Antiques Dealer describes in concise, easy-to-read, fun terms a beginner's entry point. Most everyone will someday inherit antique or collector's items, and popular television series show the vast interest in the topic. Isn't it time you learned from the professionals? About the Author Author Christine Pym of Newbury, West Berkshire, says, "Although the industry is about antiques, the entry age for involvement does not have to be antique!" Publisher's website: http: //sbprabooks.com/ChristinePym

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

The book is unique in its genre and reviews record: 'Great Book', 'Concise, Comprehensive, Easy to Read, Interesting and Informative','good pictures'. It is a MUST for anyone interested in the World of Antiques or indeed, other associated Arts and Crafts Industries and has been designed as a Beginner's Overview or General Introduction. There are 149 separate quality colour illustrations, many of fine and rare antiques (some of which may be available to purchase). It describes historical periods associated with general antique descriptions, together with features on some famous fine antique manufacturers such as Rene Lalique, William Moorcroft, WMF Stylised Art Nouveau, Militaria, Fine Jewellery and Vintage and Rare Guitars. It also gives tips, pointers and suggestions to help anyone wishing to start a collection, hobby or enter the trade as a Dealer, full or part time to earn income The Guide is also an excellent Trades Promotional Aid.

Biographie de l'auteur

The Author has been associated with the Industry, in a direct Retail capacity, for the last 25 years and has experience at all levels. This experience includes primarily sourcing and restoring antiques to sell to the general public. She has a background in commerce, including sales and marketing and is a co-director and owner of two businesses, built initially part-time, to be amongst the largest in the Country.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Strategic Book Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2014
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1628575166
• ISBN 13: 9781628575163
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 58
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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