13 Antique Shops Nationwide
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Adrian Alan Ltd, London
Adrian Alan Ltd has a proven track record in providing private clients, collectors, interior designers and museums worldwide with exceptional English and Continental antique furniture, and unique pieces of fine and decorative art.
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Blue Rose Silver, Farnham
Affordable Silver Gifts for all occasions, especially suitable for Weddings, Christenings, Anniversaries, Birthdays, or just to say Thank You.
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Collinge Antiques, Llandudno Junction
Collinge Antiques is the largest North Wales antiques showroom and was established over twenty years ago. The business has a warehouse showroom with a large and ever changing stock of genuine antiques of all styles.
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Heatons, Salisbury
Heatons offer antique engravings, maps, prints, etchings and artwork. We also specialise within the shop in modern designer glass, furniture and decorative items mainly from Art Nouveau; Arts & Crafts; Art Deco.
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Hingstons of Wilton (antiques), Salisbury
The furniture we stock is in the main 19th century. We have a very relaxed feel to our business where we like to leave our customers to browse but not ignored.
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Old Vicarage Antiques & Books, Wakefield
We are a firm that specialises in architectural antiques and architectural salvage. However we have a vast array of antiques and collectibles from across the board.
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Retro Love Deluxe, Liverpool
Retro Love Deluxe Limited are vendors of mid-century modern, vintage/retro designs from the 1950s, 60s, 70s and 80s.
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Shackladys Antiques, Chester
Shackladys Antiques specialise in Victorian antique furniture. We were established over 25 years ago and we have a wealth of knowledge and experience to offer discerning clients.
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Sigma Antiques, Ripon
We have a large Antiques business situated in the Ancient city of Ripon,a gateway to the beautiful Yorkshire Dales. You will find items from the 16th.C. through to the modernist 20th.C.
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Space Harrogate, Harrogate
SPACE is a collective of individual specialist vintage and retro retailers. The shop is a treasure trove full of Home wares, Fashion, Furniture, Glass & Cermics plus much, much more from the 1920's-1980's.
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The Jays' Nest, Winchester
The Jays Nest's owners are well-respected antique dealers in Winchester and Hampshire. Their main antique shop has an Excellent selection of antique silver including Georgian silver and Victorian silver collector's items.
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Timberhill Gallery, Norwich
A city centre antiques gallery offering the very best customer service. You will be able to view wonderful 18th and 19th cent art and antiques at your pace with expert guidance.
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Windsor House Antique Centre, Moreton-in-Marsh
Windsor House Antique Centre has been trading for nearly 20 years in the Cotswold Town of Moreton in Marsh. We have over forty dealers in residence in the Centre, who are spaced out over three floors.
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What does an antique dealer do?
Antique dealers find antiques, buy them, and sell them on to interested buyers. Antique dealers often specialize in a certain kind of antique, such as books and manuscripts, art, or furniture. They will usually have their own shops, but may also sell antiques online. Antique dealers are specialized professionals with the skills and connections to identify antiques, assess their value, and find buyers for them.
Where do the antiques in a dealer's shop come from?Antique dealers find antiques in many places. They might shop at estate sales, for example, or bid at antique auctions, or travel around the world visiting antique shops and antique shows. The sources of a dealer’s antiques depend on the type of antiques he specializes in, his location, and the needs of his customers. Although it can sometimes be difficult to trace the entire history of an antique, any reputable antique dealer will give you as much information as he has about an antique's origin and history.
How do I know if an antique is genuine?If you don't have specialized knowledge of antiques, it can sometimes be difficult to tell a genuine antique from a replica. In order to determine if an antique is authentic, you should inspect its certificate of authenticity. This is a document issued by the item's original manufacturer or a dealer that attests to the item's authenticity.
Of course, many antiques, especially items you might stumble upon at yard sales or in attics, won't come with a certificate of authenticity. In this case, the best thing to do is have the antique appraised by an expert. Expert appraisers will be able to determine if an antique is genuine, and can issue a certificate of authenticity for it.
How can I make sure my antique dealer is reputable?Although the vast majority of antique dealers are trustworthy professionals, there are, unfortunately, a few dishonest or careless dealers out there. When you set out to find an antique dealer, remember that reputable antique dealers in the UK belong to the British Antique Dealers' Association (BADA).
The association has a strict code of practice that dealers must follow in order to remain members of the association. The BADA also has a free arbitration process to help you should any problems arise in your dealings with a member dealer. If your antique dealer is a member in good standing of the BADA, you can be confident that she is a reputable person to do business with.
I think I may posses a valuable antique. How can I have it appraised?You can have an item appraised in several ways. Some services offer online appraisal based on digital photographs that you submit. Other appraisers require you to bring your antique to their shops or offices. Some expert appraisers will travel to you to appraise your item. Depending on the fee you agree to, an appraiser will be able to tell you the age and origin of your item, its market value, and the likely cost of purchasing insurance for the item.
It's important look for an expert antique appraiser in the same way that you'd look for an expert architect, doctor, or dentist. Asking friends or family for recommendations, or speaking to antique dealers in your locality is the best way to find an expert appraiser.
Can I shop for antiques online?Many antique dealers have online shops as well as bricks-and-mortar storefronts. Shopping online for antiques can be a great way to find what you're looking for, as you'll be able to browse inventory in shops all around the UK and the world. However, you should, of course, use the same caution when shopping for antiques online as you would when purchasing anything else over the Internet. If you're not familiar with the shop, verify that it is reputable before you hand over any personal information.
Many savvy online shoppers will give an antique shop a quick ring to make sure the store is still in business and the items listed in its online store are still in stock. This is always a good precaution.
What's the best way to transport antiques from a dealer's shop to my home?Different antiques require different levels of care during transport. Some items such as paintings or rare books are particularly fragile. Your antique dealer is the best person to give you advice on transport precautions. He should take care to wrap or package fragile items for you if you're transporting them yourself or, if you're having an item shipped, should be able to recommend shipping methods and companies.
If you’re having in item shipped to you, consider having it insured against damage during transport.