The Magazine Antiques, February 1987
Original February 1987 issue of The Magazine Antiques, a key decorative arts journal used by collectors, curators, and researchers. A valuable reference for late-20th-century scholarship on American and European antiques, interiors, and material culture.
Overview
This is an original February 1987 issue of The Magazine Antiques, one of the most respected decorative arts journals in the English-speaking world. Issues from this decade are prized for their combination of serious scholarship, museum-level photography, and in-depth articles on American and European antiques, interiors, and material culture.
Highlights
- Original February 1987 issue of The Magazine Antiques
- Part of the 1980s editorial archive, a key period for decorative arts scholarship
- Rich mix of feature articles, illustrations, and period advertising
- Useful reference for collectors, appraisers, curators, and interior designers
- Ideal companion to related antiques from the same eras covered in the magazine
Editorial Themes & Research Use
While individual article contents vary by issue, 1980s numbers of The Magazine Antiques commonly include furniture attribution studies, regional craftsmanship surveys, museum collection features, and essays on silver, ceramics, paintings, and historic interiors. This issue is representative of that mix and can be used for:
- Provenance and comparative research on antiques in the marketplace
- Understanding period scholarship and curatorial viewpoints in the late 20th century
- Supporting historically informed interior design and restoration projects
- Building a reference library for decorative arts and Americana
Condition
Good vintage condition for a working reference copy. Expected light handling wear, minor edge or cover rubs, and typical age toning to paper. No known missing pages. Suitable for reading, research, and shelving in a reference library. Please review photographs for the best sense of condition.
Collecting Notes
Back issues of The Magazine Antiques remain a core tool for serious collectors, dealers, and museum professionals. 1980s issues in particular document a mature phase of scholarship, with deeper attention to conservation, regional traditions, and the broader international market. This February 1987 number is a strong addition to any decorative arts or antiques-focused library.
1-Antiques Archive Integration
This issue is part of the 1980s editorial archive for The Magazine Antiques maintained by 1-Antiques. For an overview of the decade and links to additional issues, visit: The Magazine Antiques – 1980s Decade Overview .
Product Details
- Title: The Magazine Antiques, February 1987
- Publisher: The Magazine Antiques
- Format: Softcover periodical
- Language: English
- Category: Books & Publications – Decorative Arts / Antiques Reference
- Provenance: 1-Antiques archive of back issues
