| If you have never been to an antique auction, you | | | | at a catalog will help you sort out which end tables |
| are missing out on a great way to find beautiful end | | | | you are interested in. It is also a great way to study |
| tables from the past. | | | | what an item is really worth and write down what |
| Auctions are happening all the time and while they | | | | you are willing to pay for it. |
| may have premium items for sale, the prices are | | | | Take a Closer Look - Many auction houses will allow |
| limited by the number of people who happen to | | | | you to come in and take a closer look at the items |
| know about any one auction, and are looking for the | | | | that will be on the auction block during auction |
| same thing you are. The odds are in your favor that | | | | preview days. Find out if these exist so you can |
| you will be able to find a great piece at a price you | | | | more closely inspect the end tables you are |
| can afford. Often you will be able to find beautiful | | | | interested in. This will help you in determining the |
| antique end tables for the same price, or cheaper, | | | | price you are willing to pay. A piece that is in better |
| than new, lesser quality ones. | | | | condition, upon closer inspection, may be worth much |
| Here's what you need to know before you head to | | | | more to you than one that will take some work to |
| an antique auction: | | | | get back in good shape. This generally happens days |
| Do Your Homework. If the auction house has | | | | or hours before the auction is set to take place. For |
| published an auction catalog, you should read it and | | | | the most part, once the auction starts, you will no |
| know what you want to bid on. Getting an early look | | | | longer be able to take a closer look at anything. |