Patina adds character to copper and bronze antiques—just don't confuse it with rust. When it comes to metal—be it a copper pan or an antique made from bronze—differentiating between a patina, tarnish, ...

Marian Parsons—mother, wife, and creative soul—was crushing on hand-painted antique European furniture. She coveted the timeworn look but couldn’t rationalize the price or preciousness, especially ...