How to Spot a Dupe when Buying Designer Vintage Furniture
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How to Spot a Dupe when Buying Designer Vintage Furniture
""In many ways they've become part of the visual landscape of the vintage market, particularly online, where speed often replaces connoisseurship," says Rodrigo Fernández, director and cofounder of Diez Company."
""Counterfeiting tends to concentrate on designs that have achieved cultural recognition-objects whose forms are instantly identifiable and closely associated with a particular brand," states Ornella Pasta, legal manager at Flos."
""The reliance on the internet and the rise of 'quick design' has really altered the way many people look at decor," says Ann Huff, an interior designer."
The internet has made classic design more accessible, leading to a surge in copies marketed as inspired by original pieces. This 'dupe culture' complicates the ability to distinguish between authentic items and look-alikes. Industry insiders note that while some copies are obvious, others are designed to appear genuine. The demand for recognizable design has increased the complexity of duplication, impacting both brands and consumer behavior, as quick design trends reshape decor perceptions.
Read at Architectural Digest
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