Antique clock, books, and writing desk in a warmly lit study

Est. 1974 · Hudson Valley, NY

Objects with
a past.

Exceptional antiques chosen for character, craft, and the stories held in every mark.

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Collection 06Summer 2026

Every object is researched, authenticated, and prepared to live another century.

52 years sourcing1,840 pieces restored38 countries shipped

Fresh from the estate

New arrivals

Singular pieces, added weekly. Once they find a home, they are gone.

Circa 1924 · Restored mechanism

Victor Horn Gramophone

$1,280

Circa 1892 · Sterling silver

Engraved Hunter Watch

$860

Circa 1880 · Hand-painted

Cobalt Porcelain Vase

$640

Circa 1881 · Eight-day movement

French Marble Mantel Clock

$2,150

Circa 1905 · Original brass lens

Mahogany Field Camera

$1,120

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A house of
curiosities.

01The StudyBooks, desks & instruments 02The Drawing RoomLighting, seating & objects 03The CabinetSmall wonders & ephemera 04The AtelierArt, textiles & ceramics

OS1974

Our point of view

We do not sell old things. We place history in new hands.

For five decades, our family has crossed auction rooms, country houses, and forgotten workshops to find objects with an unmistakable presence. We restore sparingly and document honestly.

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Useful notes from the archive

The journal

Short guides for understanding, caring for, and collecting old objects.

Field Notes · 8 min

How to hear the age of a clock

A practical field guide to movements, chimes, repairs, and the clues hidden behind the dial.

Listen for an even beat, inspect screw heads for recent tooling, and compare the movement number with the case. A mismatched movement is not always a flaw, but it should always be disclosed.

Care Guide · 6 min

When patina should be left alone

How to distinguish honest age from active damage before reaching for polish or restoration.

Stable oxidation often protects the material and records its history. Remove loose dirt with a dry soft brush; stop when cleaning begins to change the object’s color or surface character.

Objects witha past.