NEW YORK ANTIQUES
Mantiques Modern, 146 West 22nd Street, Chelsea +1 212 206 1494 (see map)
As the name suggests, Mantiques’ audience is distinctly masculine – and when they browse this 4,000 square-foot store, they shall find art and antiques dating from the Machine Age through the 1970s. Ladies are also accounted for (gifts, gentlemen!) by the inclusion of Hermes handbags, Louis Vuitton trunks and more.
The Antiques Garage, 112 West 25th Street, Chelsea +1 212 243 5343 (see map)
Established in 1994, The Antiques Garage is associated with The Hell’s Kitchen Flea Markets and the West 25th Street Market. While all are great for treasure hunting, you’ll find the best antique deals in the garage, which is great for those wintertime shopping trips, too.
Authentiques, 255 West 18th Street, Chelsea +1 212 675 2179 (see map)
If American kitsch is your thing, you’d do well to stop and shop here, as do many of New York city’s theatre and prop stylists on the lookout for time-capsuled mementos. During the winter holidays, the store stays open extra long to satisfy the culture’s hunger for vintage Christmas decorations and vintage postcards of the city.
Billy’s Antiques and Props, 76 East Houston Street, East Village +1 917 576 6980 (see map)
An eclectic array of antiques and props have filled the sidewalk on East Houston street under a large green caravan-like tent since 1986. Full of spirit and downtown charm, check out Billy’s offerings (such as tin framed mirrors, mid-century armoirs, and kitschy oddities) served up at a fair price.
Brooklyn Flea: Fort Greene, 176 Lafayette Avenue, Brooklyn +1 718 928 6603 (see map)
Also located in Williamsburg on the East River between North 6th and 7th streets, the Brooklyn Flea is open every weekend of the year from 10am to 5pm until November 19th and hosts hundreds of top vendors peddling antique and repurposed furniture, as well as collectibles, vintage clothing, and delicious fresh food.
The Cure Thrift Shop, 111 East 12th Street, East Village +1 212 505 7467 (see map)
With proceeds going to Diabetes research, The Cure Thrift Shop was founded by a woman who wanted to combine her love of the arts and antiques with her passion to find a cure for diabetes. The upper level houses impeccable vintage furniture and a carefully curated selection of knick-knacks, while the basement is stocked with shoes and clothing.
Housing Works, 157 East 23rd Street, Gramercy Park +1 212 529 5955 (see map)
Housing Works has a number of locations throughout the city, but the 23rd and 17th street locations are the ones to hit for thrifted antique and vintage furniture. Dedicated to the twin causes of preventing AIDS and homelessness, Housing Works hosts auctions online and off: visit their Furniture page to pick up a classic bargain.
John Derian Dry Goods, 10 East 2nd Street, East Village +1 212 677 8408 (see map)
A porthole of wonders tucked away on East 2nd street between 2nd and 3rd Avenues. Every trinket and skein of fabric (quilts, rugs, silk scarves and vintage saris, linen) is heavenly to touch, and full of anti-modern charm. Next door you’ll find kitchen wares and rustic treasures. A six foot pencil, anyone?
Old Goode Things, 124 West 24th Street, Chelsea +1 212 989 8401 (see website for other locations) (see map)
What began as a flea market run by church ladies selling doorknobs is now a double-floored maze of antiques and vintage paraphernalia frequented by Calvin Klein who embellishes his store with furnishings sourced here. Salesrooms dot the country, while this Chelsea outpost is filled with treasures from all ages, for all ages (and still plenty of doorknobs!)
By Sophie Ward
