About Modern Antiquarian
Modern Antiquarian® was born out of a love for antique furniture and objects and a passion that grew into a career. Margaret Schwartz developed her love of antiques over time and as that passion grew she felt a need to share it. It started when Margaret read about antiques tours on The English Room blog and it piqued her interest. She booked a one day tour not knowing what to expect. By the end of the day she had filled a 20’ container and was hooked on antiques. We understand that antiques are intimidating and can be expensive, so anyone who is diving into the antiques ...Read More
Featured Pieces
Parrot-Headed Pitcher Plant Botanical Print on Paper, USA Early 20th C.
Located in South Salem, NY
A color print of a Parrot-Headed Pitcher Plant on paper. This print captures the essence of the native to the US blooming plant of the northern landscape with delicate finesse. In th...
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Early 20th Century American Prints
Materials
Paper
Early Meadow-Rue Fern Botanical Print on Paper, USA Early 20th C.
Located in South Salem, NY
A color print of an Early Meadow-Rue on paper. This print captures the essence of the native to the US blooming plant of the northern landscape with delicate finesse. In this masterp...
Category
Early 20th Century American Prints
Materials
Paper
Iris Versicolor Blue Flag Botanical Print on Paper, USA Early 20th C.
Located in South Salem, NY
A color print of an Iris Versicolor Blue Flag on paper. This print captures the essence of the native to the US blooming plant of the northern landscape with delicate finesse. In thi...
Category
Early 20th Century American Prints
Materials
Paper
Staggerbush Botanical Print on Paper, USA Early 20th C.
Located in South Salem, NY
A color print of a Staggerbush on paper. This print captures the essence of the native to the US blooming plant of the northern landscape with delicate finesse. In this masterpiece, ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Prints
Materials
Paper
Bue Star Stokesia Botanical Print on Paper, USA Early 20th C.
Located in South Salem, NY
A color print of a Bue Star Stokesia on paper. This print captures the essence of the native to the US blooming plant of the northern landscape with delicate finesse. In this masterp...
Category
Early 20th Century American Prints
Materials
Paper
Wedgwood Flow Blue Dinnerware
By Wedgewood
Located in South Salem, NY
Antique Wedgwood flow blue dinnerware set. Named for the soft blue fade of the color, circa 1860. Minor losses and chips to some pieces.
The se...
Category
Antique 19th Century British Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Ivory Colored Glass Table Lamp, 20th century
Located in South Salem, NY
An ivory colored glass lamp with brass frame. This is a square column lamp. Needs to be rewired. Wear consistent with age and use.
Category
Late 20th Century French Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Vintage Porcelain Dish Polishers- Set of 5
Located in South Salem, NY
A set of five dish polishers. Resin mounted on wood stands. Sizes range from 4.25"-8"h x 5.5"diameter.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mounted Objects
Materials
Resin
Translucent Neoclassical Alabaster Compote, Italian Early 20th Century
Located in South Salem, NY
This early 20th-century Italian Neoclassical style alabaster compote or bowl exudes timeless elegance with its translucent beauty. Refined craftsmanship stands as a testament to the ...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Decorative Bowls
Materials
Alabaster
Vintage Davis Tennis Racket with Press, USA 1970s
Located in South Salem, NY
This vintage Davis tennis racket boasts a timeless allure with its leather-bound handle, well preserved to showcase its original charm. The handle remains strong, offering a comforta...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Materials
Wood
Vintage Composite Stone Yukimi Pagoda Lantern, 1960s
Located in South Salem, NY
This vintage 1960s composite stone Japanese garden lantern exudes tranquility and elegance in the Yukimi style. Its serene presence is enhanced by a base adorned with remnants of gre...
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Lanterns
Materials
Composition
Stone Cat Garden Ornament, 20th Century French
Located in South Salem, NY
This 1960s-era French composite stone cat epitomizes feline grace and agility, frozen in a captivating hunting pose. With a sleek, low profile and back legs coiled in anticipation of...
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Mid-20th Century French Garden Ornaments
Materials
Composition
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