This is a question on a personal note. I recently bought an oak table and six chairs and I'm wondering if anyone can tell me what criteria make furniture antiques? For example, how old does it have to be? I know there are good quality antiques and poor, but at the moment I just need the basic criteria. Thanks in advance and happy holidays to all! Cris Wolf Collections Manager UIHC Medical Museum 8024A JCP/200 Hawkins Dr. Iowa City, IA 52242 (319) 356-8475 FAX (319) 356-3862 [log in to unmask]