insideKENT Magazine Issue 35 - February 2015 | Page 131

INTERIORS KENT'S TOP antique dealers Visit any Kentish town and you are likely to spot at least one cosy little shop selling antiques. If you take the time to pop inside, you’ll discover a world of nostalgia, mystery, and beauty. The antiques – anything from the well known such as Clarice Cliff ceramics and Tunbridge Ware boxes to the one-off ticking timepieces and gorgeous knick knacks – have a uniqueness to them that keeps the hunters coming back for more. It’s not necessarily about finding something that’s worth a fortune; it’s more about finding something that tells a story. For those who are willing to listen, those stories can make all the difference. 131