PinnedTom CorfieldA history of the world in 100 everyday antiques (that you could have in your home for under £100)Confessions of an antiques geekOct 25, 2020Oct 25, 2020
Tom CorfieldThe Fretwork MirrorA story about a 250 year old mirror that my kids throw bath toys at…Oct 9Oct 9
Tom CorfieldThe Souvenir MugI’m a £10 mug! This is a short story about a 150yr old antique that I use for my coffee. Featuring toddlers, gold and Victorian Stag-Dos...Mar 5, 2022Mar 5, 2022
Tom CorfieldThe Tripod TableYou see them everywhere as “that handy little table” for coffee, wine, houseplants…here’s why I love this fun and versatile everyday…Nov 29, 2021Nov 29, 2021
Tom CorfieldA quick guide to antique chairsIn 5 minutes you can identify and understand most antique chairs made between 1750 and 1850Jan 17, 20211Jan 17, 20211
Tom CorfieldThe Regency DecanterA confession… on occasion I have passed off generic (but, you know, perfectly alright…) wine as ‘posh’ wine… using this secret weapon…Dec 31, 20202Dec 31, 20202
Tom CorfieldThe English “Regional” ChairI’ve always loved old chairs. And you can pick up a well made, solid wood antique seat for the same money as you might spend in IKEA…Dec 8, 20201Dec 8, 20201
Tom CorfieldThe Silver TeaspoonAs an antiques geek I’m a bit weird like this, but I’m the sort of person who has a bunch of different aged cutlery about the place…Nov 22, 20201Nov 22, 20201
Tom CorfieldThe Ironstone PlatesI’m currently eating my breakfast toast off a plate that was made more than 175 years ago. How decadent! Was it expensive? Are you sure…May 13, 20201May 13, 20201