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The Rise and Fall of the Antique Episodes

    5. Retromania

    Travis looks at the impact of the internet and the rise of "vintage" wares.

    4. The Heritage Industry

    Travis Elborough on the 80s rise in interest in antiques.

    3. Post-war Portobello

    Travis Elborough charts the rise and fall of the antique, focusing on the 1960s.

    2. New for Olde

    Travis Elborough focuses his antique trade history on William Randolph Hearst.

    1. The Good Old Days

    Travis Elborough traces origins of the British antiques trade, involving suits of armour.