Antique Definition a work of art, piece of furniture, or decorative object made at an earlier period, and according to many customs laws, at least 100 years ago Pronunciation an-teak Also Known As items older than 50 years old although the definition is quite subjective in today’s antiques market Examples The table Donna inherited is an antique dating to the late-Victorian period.
Belsnickle Definition a somewhat sinister looking Santa Claus figure modeled of papier-mâché, usually of German origin, made around the turn of the 20th century Pronunciation: bel-snik-el Also Known As the Pennsylvania Dutch Santa figure, Pelze Nichol, which was pronounced “pelsnickle” by Americans and eventually became belsnickle Examples Diana bid on a number of vintage Christmas decorations including several 12” belsnickles.