Oak in Antique Furniture: What to Look For
Identifying the wood of an antique piece is one of the most direct ways to approach its history, intention, and value. Among the most respected materials…
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Understanding Pine in Antique Furniture
Much of the antique furniture that has come down to us is made of pine wood. This is no coincidence. For generations, pine was one of…
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Wicker and Rattan: Understanding Their Nature
In the world of furniture and objects made of natural fibers, it is very common for the terms wicker and rattan to be used as if…
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The Garden as an Oasis: Choosing the Right Outdoor Chairs
The garden or terrace are a natural extension of the home, spaces where time seems to pass in a different way. Furnishing them is a way…
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Colors in our furniture and their psychological impact
When we choose a piece of furniture, we do not only think about its form or function. It is often a more emotional decision than we…
Read moreAncient wood assemblies: when structure was the language
Before industrialization, wood was not forced: it was understood. Each assembly was a direct response to a specific need – resistance, movement, weight, time – and…
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Amaru: The Meaning Behind the Name
When I started the adventure of looking for antique furniture in the Asian continent in 2015, the big question of the name of our antique store…
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Reading Wood: The Subtle Art of Identification
In the world of antiques, wood is never just a material. It is structure, character, and memory. Each grain, each variation in tone, each trace left…
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Molí Nou, La Gelidenca Paper Mill
Today, Amaru Antiques occupies a place shaped by memory. Our workshop and warehouse are housed within the old Molí Nou complex, a former paper mill in…
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