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Type of Object: Antique FRENCH DESK
Damage: scratch, chips, cracks, watermarks, discoloration.
Treatment: cleaning, filing, retaching, polish
J
I wondered if you could tell me the difference between the fix and "like new."  Sometimes fixing an antique too much ruins the value.  Thanks
D
- "like new" antique, like an interior decorator but I fixing no too
much, not lost the value.
- In auction house, dealers like antique good condition, minimum
restoration, only necessary
J
I would ask him what he estimates the value to be now and whether "like new" could decrease the value, increase it, or not change it. Knowing the value would help us decide how much to spend.
Your thoughts?  We're not planning to sell it, ever.
D
Good repairs is a good investment of this very valuable antique