What he does Owns Tyler Antiques & Appraisals, Ltd., Litchfield, Conn. Was an international trade analyst in Washington, D.C., area. Decided to sell antiques and spend more time with his family after the death of his first wife. Started the business from scratch in 1995. "Litchfield has a lot of antique traffic. . . and very sophisticated clientele."

Interesting items in his shop A 16th-century Spanish wrought iron candelabra and an 1820 American chestnut and cherry barrelback chair.

Industry changes "The big unresolved issue is the effect of the Internet on selling antiques. . . . There is a lot of fakery in furniture. Fake pottery is being made in China right now. . . . If you're looking at a fine piece, you need to touch and feel it. You can't just look at a digital picture."