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Mahogany reproduction dining table set for eight in a modern traditional dining room with olive-green walls and warm evening light

Reproduction Furniture vs. Antiques in 2026: Why the Tariff Conversation Is Changing What Buyers Choose

Tagged: antiques buying guide mahogany reproduction furniture tariffs The Craft
Something shifted in early 2026. Interior designers started fielding calls from clients asking a question that hadn't come up much in recent years: "Should I just buy a reproduction instead?"...
Classical mahogany extension dining table showcasing traditional craftsmanship

Handcrafted Furniture and the 250th: Why 2026 Is the Year to Invest in Pieces That Last

Tagged: 250th Anniversary American Furniture Craftsmanship Handcrafted Semiquincentennial The Craft
America's 250th is driving renewed interest in handcrafted furniture built to last generations. Here is why 2026 is the year to invest in pieces built the traditional way.
Formal Federal-period dining room with mahogany table, Chippendale chairs, and candlelight — EGA Home

American Furniture at 250: The Craft That Shaped How We Live

Tagged: 250th Anniversary American Furniture Craftsmanship Semiquincentennial The Craft
As America marks its 250th anniversary, the furniture traditions born in colonial workshops are still alive. Here is what that craft looks like today and why it matters.