The antique seller destroyed my chair! 😰

[@ATRestoration]

Currently I´m posting only 2 videos per month, so if you dont want to miss them, press the BELL BUTTON, so you will get a notice, thanks!

[@franciegarneau1651]

I can understand why! You do such careful work that can't be slapped together. I'm a new viewer, and I subscribed. This is valuable information for anyone that is going to do any kind of spring upholstery which I may be doing. Can't tell the difference between the old and the new. As an almost 80 year old, gotta tell you I hated horsehair upholstery!

[@updownstate]

@@franciegarneau1651 It was hot and itchy and slippery.

[@valeforedark]

Technically you chose to still purchase a broken chair. A product or good is not a customer's till it's left the place of sale.

[@NiaJustNia]

Could you do a video where you make a chair from scratch, but show us techniques on how to make it antique looking while remaining functional for people who can't afford real antique chairs?

[@ATRestoration]

@@NiaJustNia Its too expencive to do it for myself. I would do if some client wants it.

[@justjulee9135]

I am convinced there is nothing this man can't do when it comes to furniture restoration. The attention to even the smallest detail shows me he is a master at his craft. He knows how to use a lathe, he can draw a pattern and chisel it out, and he leaves nothing to chance. Excellent work!

[@Seahorse1414]

You are a patient , patient man . It is such a pleasure to watch an expert .

[@lisajllewellyn3131]

I'm watching your older videos again, I just can't get enough of your amazing work😊❤

[@lightowl4345]

I've never seen an upholstery job like that. How facinating.

[@norasanteliz3917]

I picture you being a master in old Europe making furniture for kings and queens. Bravo!

[@167curly]

You certainly are a pro by replicating those smashed parts of that chair. Many congratulations!

[@bythegraceofgod993]

It is a privilege to watch a master craftsman. You do beautiful work.

[@ekostec7727]

I worked in Antique restoration for about two years while in college. You're work is fantastic. Thank you for sharing your techniques here. My only wish is that you are training an apprentice, to preserve the finer details of your knowledge for future generations.

[@andreacook7431]

He mentioned an assistant in one video, maybe the assistant IS an apprentice?

[@karinebuinier8351]

I couldn't agree more 😉

[@anaguerra663]

We must protect this man at any cost..too precious to loose this art!!

[@elizabethgluck4301]

Yes we must protect him, does he sell any of his beautiful works and where is he located.

[@cynsi7604]

@@elizabethgluck4301 ​ he’s in Europe, Estonia 🇪🇪. I think the postage might be a lil expensive 😊. But I agree with you. And I hope that he has someone to hand it down to. If not that’s a lot of talent & knowledge wasted. Wish I could do 1/16 of what he does (I could probably sand something). 🙂 ✌🏻

[@jennylawson1980]

😢😢😢 my heart would have broken when the chair shattered. You are extremely caring and loving towards restoring antiques and I love watching your projects breathe new life ❤

[@helgavoorneveld1530]

I hope the antique dealer let you have it for free since he dropped a cabinet on it!!! Utterly amazing and joyful to watch you work your magic!! Thanks for sharing

[@dreamofwings]

What an incredible rescue! It's lucky most of the carved parts weren't damaged. I love how you use traditional upholstery techniques!

[@angelchiriboga3904]

The Dowel Technique will be applied to NEW chairs- I like that much better than spindling one solid piece

[@carlaporter7469]

How did you learn about the upholstery techniques from that century?

[@carlaporter7469]

Do pieces like these loss their value once they've been redone?

[@p34rl20]

@@carlaporter7469 I hope not🥺

[@annabellevaughn5968]

My mother and I used to have a little shop and she restored some pieces. She would have loved watching your work. She was always working on furniture even when I was a child. I have done some. I enjoyed this very much.

[@petebutler5139]

I have watched many restorations and never have I seen one as comprehensive as this. Your skills of rebuilding furniture to include upholstery, are fascinating. I am a new subscriber as of today!

[@maryusa8526]

Me too

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

Found him late last night and subscribed. And I’m back watching this morning - got some catching up to do! I love a good YT binge Oof a great, new discovery, though.

[@Lorazin]

Смотрела это видео с большим удовольствием на одном дыхании!!!Какая же красота получилась !! Вы - волшебник !!Было очень приятно смотреть 5а Вашу работу!! Целую Ваши золотые руки!!!!

[@ShipperChick]

I sure hope the guy gave you a DEEP DISCOUNT! What an amazing artist you are!! It turned out flawless!

[@carolempluckrose4188]

I hope he had the grace to not only sincerely apologise, but to give you the chair without charge.

[@victor440_]

I was going to say I hope he gave it to him

[@annw1395]

I think that chair better have been free!

[@heatheredwards2982]

I would have lost my mind!!!!

[@nelsontriana5397]

There's two things I love about this video how you carved the drawing on that wood that chair looks like it was ready for the trash and you made it brand new again amazing work

[@karenweber8203]

With all the diy out there it is good to see a Master Artisan at work! My dad used to repair antiques and I was his 'assistant'!!! Thank you, this brought back many memories!

[@FixItfurnitureDE]

Your craftsmanship and attention to detail in restoring antique furniture is truly amazing! Every detail is perfectly restored, retaining all of its ancient value.

[@ЛарисаБровикова-ф1п]

Можно смотреть вечно на огонь, воду и вашу безукаризненную работу! Восторг и восхищение профессионалу высокого класса! Реставрировать из развалюхи, сломанной почти до нуля антикварный предмет, воссоздав шедевр - это фантастика! Новый стул с прекрасной обивкой и резной, похожей на кружевную, спинкой, фигурными ножками! Шедевр, от созерцания которого получаешь наслаждение. Спасибо за возможность видеть результат вашего труда, маэстро! Вам здоровья и вдохновения! 👍👍👍👍👍💯💯💯💯💯💥💕🙋‍♀️

[@SableSunsets]

Amazing work. Keeping tradition alive. Im sure everything he does is fantastic

[@МадамБрошкина-ц4р]

Какая красота! Как можно из обломков восстановить вещь. Мои восхищения! Что ни стул, то музейный экспонат.

[@mkofftiger]

The Czarina herself could not have asked for better! Superlative work, thank you for sharing your skill.

[@Englandfan91]

Absolutely amazing. Not only your woodworking skills are outstanding, but the upholstery was magnificent. The attention to detail and the accuracy was just perfect. I loved those flowery studs, a great result. It looked like it couldn't be rescued but you did!

[@linshannon4480]

What a labor of love this turned out to be. Every step of the process was fascinating to watch, and I was mesmerized by the spring cushioning and upholstery. And the end result is gorgeous!

[@ernestgodfrey4412]

I have watched upholstery renovations on tv and thought they were very good but you are on another level. I don't care if that chair cost thousands to restore I don't care if the cost was more than the chair was worth just to watch somebody with the skill and the dedication to use that skill is worthwhile. The rest of us can watch but only you can do well done from the UK

[@elenabarysheva2823]

Какое чудо! Счастье,что есть на свете мужчина с руками волшебника! Настоящий мужчина сказочной красоты!

[@scottthomas5999]

Beautiful work. Very involved. You saved an antique that otherwise would have been discarded. Nice job!!!

[@pamelaprivette5361]

What love can do in the hands of a master! That chair was so worth saving! It is a masterpiece!

[@ЗинаидаБардачева]

Вы как доктор-психолог, после просмотра так хорошо на душе, как от прекрасной картины.Счастья Вам и здоровья

[@lydiaflatt9859]

I’m so in love with it at the end. And that TABLE when you sit and have your tea. 💕

[@elenamalkovskaya2257]

Потрясающая работа!!! Столько знаний по своему ремеслу!!! Смотря это видео, я несколько раз ловила себя на том, что смотря затаив дыхание. Браво мастеру!!!! Я восхищаюсь, Вашими золотыми руками!!!

[@patriciavelazquez1010]

What beautiful craftsmanship and let's not forget the chair.

[@ВладимирЮхно-ж4ъ]

Браво, настоящий мастер Высшей категории. 👍

[@elenam9200]

Când am văzut chipul artistului restaurator ,nicidecum optimist , m-am rugat sa nu renunțe!Am avut încredere și am urmărit toată munca lui !Știința, siguranță, îndemânare ,dedicare , TALENT .Felicitări!!!

[@maureenkarkos9882]

I have never seen this type of upholstery done before. It’s really something. A labor of love, from start to finish. Thanks for sharing your talents.

[@меруертмырзамбет]

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[@war7334]

Your repairs were flawless.I hope the antique dealer gave you a great price for it after he damaged it.Its a beautiful chair.

[@KeepItBrick]

I generally dislike these type of videos, given that restoration often comes at the cost of the items originality. That being said, I absolutely applaud you sir. I was disappointed when you were doing away with the original wood by the legs with all the engravings, however I am extremely satisfied that you went back and redid the engraving and saved what you could. Hats off to you. Edit: particularly your work around the 11 minute mark

[@rosemaryconley4557]

Is is a joy to watch you truly restore these pieces. Thank you

[@martinlouden9005]

When I saw you replacing so much of the wood I thought, "OK, another overrestored antique." I was very much mistaken. The work you did is superb. It matches the original beautifully and has made the chair usable for another 100 years. PERFECTION!

[@troydanielboy]

Bringing incredibly well-built pieces back to life is invigorating. Coming from farmers/woodworkers, I learned a lot as a child from mom, grandma, grandpa, uncles, aunts, etc. One of the saddest moments in human-history is when we stopped caring about quality, and fell for cheap.

[@JensAndree]

I don't work in furniture restoration but it isn't hard to understand that you have to sacrifice some (or sometimes a lot of) original wood if you want to restore functionality as well as the looks. You did an amazing job here rescuing this chair - which probably needed this level of restoration even before the seller dropped a cabinet on it?! Now it can bring joy to another couple generations! You don't often see this level of upholstery either so many thanks for sharing this very entertaining video! The current generation growing up today are mostly a lost cause when it comes to repairing broken things and handcrafts... Anything manual labour really... When they realise this and regret spending all their lives in front of their computers that my generation built for them, they at least have a chance at re-learning some skills by watching videos just like this one!

[@ATRestoration]

Good to hear that somebody has deeper understanding of those things.

[@marywebber593]

You are just lovely to watch, fascinating and absorbing a true craftsman. Your videos are very important if they encourage just one person who has talent to go into the area of restoration you have done well and a worthwhile thing,our past always needs saving for future generations to enjoy. I worked as a ceramic restorer for most of my life and it was such a happy and rewarding career, I never became a millionaire, but it bought me so much personal satisfaction and many customers became very good friends. Restoration is one of those unusual careers that many youngsters never consider, and it does take a special kind of person to be prepared to learn all the many skills involved,and because each piece is different you learn so much actually doing it, and it takes a person who likes personal challenges, I hope there are youngsters willing to put the time in out there watching you work and get inspired, because your work is important. Xxx

[@ritayakubowa9242]

Эти вещи которые твои золотые прекрасные ручки творят, они и так по сто лет поостужили своим хозяевам, так ты это прнвращаешь в шедевр и даёшь им новую жизнь ещё на сто лет.💋👏👏👏👏🙏👍👍👍👍👏🙏💋💋💋👏👏Храни тебя господь.

[@Natbelka100]

Великолепный мастер! Я посмотрела несколько ваших роликов - работа везде отличная! Люблю, когда дают вещам вторую жизнь. Это не просто стул, а трон!

[@ОльгаМихайлова-ы3п]

Это уже не мастерство, а волшебство!!!!👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏🙋‍♀️

[@charlottewalker3810]

Wow, I was spellbound for the entire video! Especially loved the upholstering part. I've never seen that done before and you explained it so logically! Fabulous. Thank you!

[@1959Berre]

Wonderful job. (I guess the inventor of the pneumatic stapler deserves the Nobel prize).

[@TerryProthero]

@1959Berre They are a staple of the industry. Sorry, couldn't help myself.

[@interdiction2]

@@TerryProthero I think they also work their best when they're under pressure. Sorry 😄

[@mikanandpotato]

@@interdiction2 i'm starting to hate English for confusing and pun able

[@interdiction2]

@@mikanandpotato I know, sometimes it's hard to pin down exactly why. 👍

[@starnyc5964]

This skill is passed down from generation to generation....this is how furniture is supposed to be done...Master Craftsman for sure!!!!

[@edinilsonsilva6130]

The most beautiful chair restoration I ever seen! Absolutely amazing.

[@ЭдемЭдемов-л9м]

Шикарно получилось! Просто нет слов! Настоящее мастерство. :)))

[@kjamison5951]

I have reupholstered and upholstered some pieces in years gone by. I’ve even fixed broken items by cutting new pieces or repairing existing pieces. You have next level skills! Thank you!

[@chandarussell]

Oh well done. You are a master of your craft. What a beautiful chair. You wouldn’t even know it had been broken. Bravo.

[@superdave8248]

I had to chuckle. The man used more clamps on the final assembly of the chair than I could even find at the local at the local hardware store.

[@beads2yarn]

It’s a beautiful thing to see a master at his craft!! Stunning.

[@shockz16]

Now here is a guy that takes pride in his craft. Beautiful restoration.

[@thinkforyourself2109]

That is truly impressive. Restoration videos like this should all be saved for a time when humanity will need them - a time not far off when the industrial age collapses under its own weight and humanity needs to return to older, simpler and better ways of doing things.

[@fionam7768]

Or just does so by choice

[@Makapida]

I agree… these videos could be used as teaching support… his skills are impressive

[@jessicagriffith]

I know everyone has already expressed appreciation for your amazing work.. but I have to chime in too! Absolutely incredible!! I was mesmerized by the whole restoration. This is true craftsmanship whereas most of what we can buy today is just... crap.

[@annw1395]

You are not only a master in woodworking, but also in upholstery! My mouth was just hanging open, watching you work. New subscriber.

[@alexmaclean1]

I watch this the whole way through, fascinated as if my lazy ass is ever going to restore an antique Russian chair.

[@rnp497]

ditto - but i love watching other skilled people doing their craft

[@petero2693]

With covid I ain't shopping for wood parts...

[@lostlatinlover]

I liked your comment of making the seat more comfortable. BECAUSE I've sat in old style Russian chairs in an Orthodox Church in Kiev, Ukraine and they were the most uncomfortable things. I think it was deliberate to keep you standing for the entire mass. Plus, I have never seen this type of upholstery work done. I've seen chair-seats done in this fashion; but never seen how it is done. I appreciate the amount of work on the cushion because I re-upholstered four hand-me-down dining room chairs in 2019 and it was a huge task. Thanks for the video!!

[@blackwaterdogs4256]

What an amazing restoration ! I really enjoy watching a craftsman who loves his work ! Thanks for sharing.

[@donnaholenski3562]

Awesome restoration and upholstery of this chair. I have never seen upholstery work down before and that was impressive. I am glad that I found your channel. Have a great week.

[@godbluffvdgg]

You did an amazing job with that basket case, as a carpenter and sometime restorer I can appreciate the time it takes to make that as beautiful as you did. You're a real artist! I think of all the amazing things that have ended up in landfills over the centuries and it's sad. Just because it may have been "too old" or had a loose leg or a tear in the upholstery ...We have had many fine furniture makers here in the philadelphia area.

[@LucyJG]

Ahti, I just discovered your channel when I was laid up for a week with a back injury. You aren’t just a restorer, you’re an artist!

[@TerryProthero]

It looked like the chair needed a lot of restoration regardless of what the seller did. So, in the end, it probably didn't matter much. And, hopefully, you got it for a good price because of his mess up.

[@JDARJISJ]

You almost make these projects look easy and inspire me to do some restoration work. But I can also tell that behind the what we are seeing is a terrific amount of experience and expertise in the technique.

[@ATRestoration]

Its true. I have done all the mistakes there are and learned from them.

[@josequiles6080]

Old world craftmanship at it's finest. I was a salesperson at an French antique dealer and they had a cabinet maker, that is what their profession is called in France unlike here where a cabinet maker is what the name implies. His name is Philippe from France he was the best. He restored the items that were brought in from from France and Italy. When they arrived and were unloaded you would just not believe what he could do with the items brought in. He is a very good friend of mine and your workmanship reminded me of him. Very fine workmanship.

[@beckystiles9711]

Seriously getting addicted to your videos. Love how talented you are!!

[@strasostojanovski6405]

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[@olgapaulus7299]

Beautiful restoration! Such perfection. I often watch your videos over again because they are so inspiring to me. I appreciate these restorations, bringing old antiques to life once more. Again I'm your fan. Thank you for sharing.

[@oneshotme]

A short spring is better than no spring Enjoyed your video and I gave it a Thumbs Up

[@karenmcmannis5749]

I love, love, love this guy. He’s a true Master at restoring antiques.

[@lilybart9166]

Why aren't there more subscribers? I rewatch this one just for the upholstery. Must be so satisfying to have his level of skills and confidence. Amazing work, thanks for sharing.

[@sandrawest2105]

What a masterful save. I love this chair, and I can imagine how soft and comfortable it is to sit on it. Beautiful! Peace ✨

[@СветланаСуркова-ч2б]

Мебельный реаниматолог! Браво вашему терпению и золотым рукам! Наблюдать за работой профессионала- истинное удовольствие. Спасибо)

[@keep_it_real_1]

It couldn't have happened to a better restorer 😊...another fabulous job ☀️

[@gastonalejandro2495]

Realmente eres un genio, se nota que te gusta mucho tu trabajo y no es para cualquiera. Tienes un don y muy bien por usarlo muy buenos tus videos saludos desde argentina

[@GiGiDollHaus]

I love watching your work. Thank you for showing us this beautiful restoration!

[@НатальяЧерноус-ц1е]

Вот это да! Вы великолепный мастер! Очередная прекрасная работа! Вам здоровья и новых шедевральный работ.

[@andrei1958ful]

Уважаю людей с золотыми руками! 👍👍👍

[@MT-io6qm]

Thanks for sharing. without hiding or being afraid to pass the knowledge. Thank you very much from Portugal. Forte abraço

[@lisacarlson9045]

OMG I LOVE that chair!!! Gorgeous fabric! It looks absolutely stunning after your restoration. Watching you upholster is fascinating!

[@marklicon1329]

Ahti, you’re work is superb. I enjoy watching you restore these items to their former glory.

[@KoolKoru]

Wow the amount of skill that has to go into this restoration is amazing. I enjoyed this so much!

[@crabtonia]

A beautiful result...as always, the process is a joy to watch...and so little music to distract and detract is a bonus...I do hope the clumsy Antique Dealer did not charge you for the piece and that he is as impressed as we are...thank you Ahti...dgp/uk

[@sunitduara2847]

Amazing piece of work as always

[@НатальяФилимонова-ъ3ъ]

Концовка замечательная! ) Честь и хвала мастеру! Это точно стул главы большого семейства )

[@momtrips6783]

I have taken apart a few antique chairs in my time, but have never watched a professional upholsterer at work -- particular using straw. You did a great job, and the chair turned out looking very nice!

[@Natbelka100]

mom trips // это не стул, это - трон! ☝️☝️

[@jodyshepard9482]

Talk about a labor of love! Very impressive. Such patience, such skills, and what a nice reward!

[@jimmymckay73]

As a large man , that chair would be admired but ... never used . Just beautiful resto .

[@jimmymckay73]

@@robertr.9419 no way man . That chair would crumble like a politician standing before the pearly gates of heaven .

[@Jeremiah90526]

@@jimmymckay73 No worries brother, I can make a nice chair for you out of 3/8ths angle iron. Maybe weld a 1/4" ridge plate on the backs of the legs to make triangle stock rather than straight angle iron. Pretty sure that a chair made of slats being a minimum of 1/4" plate should be fine to hold your weight, unless you happen to weigh more than a Grizzly Bear.

[@jimmymckay73]

@@Jeremiah90526 I'm 6'2" 450 lbs darn near grizzly weight .

[@nannymac47]

So much work but as usual, a beauty when you are done and many more years of use for this lovely chair.

[@elenakulik316]

Вот это мастер ,золотые руки !!!

[@АлександрКостенко-щ3ш]

Не профи

[@RissaFirecat]

@@АлександрКостенко-щ3шhe is not a pro. He is a master.

[@cab102361]

You make history come alive. Thank you. Your home must be filled with beautiful things.

[@thiggy1249]

Great restoration on a chair which I would have called a lost cause. Fine professional upholstery!

[@wichylg1790]

Increible! Es como si cobraran vida, restaurar y rescatar un mueble antiguo es algo magico. Gran trabajo!

[@lagunabay51]

I've watched this video 4 times and never got bored. It's a beautiful work of restoration. So glad you were able to bring it back to it's beauty.

[@heliadivina2185]

Bom diaaaaa. Fiquei impressionada com tanta perfeição e dedicação. Parabéns seu trabalho ficou Maravilhoso.

[@christinejoy3030]

Wow! I would love to own a chair as beautiful as that. Fabulous restoration.

[@gwenmartinsen3979]

You know so much about your craft, so impressive. You are amazing at the woodworking and the upholstery. You are truly a fabulous artisan, and an even better artist. Where did you learn everything? Subscribed.

[@ATRestoration]

I graduated restoration school in 1995 and have been restoring furniture since then.

[@randybutler4772]

So well done. Such detail and effort. This chair could last another 100 years. Thank you for sharing.

[@luizabdo5397]

Pelo maquinário que o senhor tem, e pela habilidade, logo se vê um profissional. Primoroso o seu trabalho! Parabéns aqui do Brasil 🇧🇷.