About RIGHT | PROPER
“I believe that we all deserve to live in a home that’s appointed with expertly crafted objects that are generous with spirit and soul.” Erik Retzer’s been bringing this charming vision to life for the whole of his career as an antiques and art expert. After earning his degree from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Erik spent a decade exploring the globe, honing his eye, and strengthening his international relationships with dealers as he sought out the finest pieces from eras’ past. Then, in 2018, Erik opened RIGHT | PROPER in Chicago's historic Lincoln Park n...Read More
Featured Pieces
20th Century Naga People's Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
This 20th-century chair, hand-carved from a single piece of wood by the Naga people of India, is a remarkable blend of primitive charm and modern spirit. The Naga people, known for t...
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20th Century Indian Primitive Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
Early 20th Century German Salt Glazed Pitcher
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th-century German Handarbeit salt-glazed pitcher exudes whimsical charm and artisanal craftsmanship. Featuring playful squirrels and large-scale stylized flowers incised...
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Early 20th Century German Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Early 20th Century French Garden Trugs
Located in Chicago, IL
These charming early 20th-century French wooden garden trugs exude rustic elegance and historical charm. Painted a dark green, each trug bears the patina of time and use, evidenced b...
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Early 20th Century French Rustic Decorative Baskets
Materials
Wood
Early 20th Century German Antler Coat and Hat Rack from a Hunting Lodge
Located in Chicago, IL
This charming early 20th-century German hat rack, probably from a hunting lodge, is ingeniously constructed from naturally shed antlers, blending rustic appeal with practical design....
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Early 20th Century German Rustic Hat Racks and Stands
Materials
Antler
Pair of Early 20th Century Anglo-Indian Candlesticks
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite pair of early 20th-century candlesticks hails from the Anglo-Indian period and exemplifies the meticulous craftsmanship of that era. Hand-crafted from turned teak, eac...
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20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Candlesticks
Materials
Bone, Teak
18th Century Ngelima Bronze Currency Piece on Custom Steel Mount
Located in Chicago, IL
This rare 18th-century Ngelima bronze currency manilla is a stunning artifact, weighing an impressive 20 pounds of solid bronze. Adorned with intricate incised line drawings at its e...
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Antique 18th Century Congolese Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Bronze
Set of 16th and 18th Century French Carved Panels on Custom Wall Mounts
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite set of two carved walnut architectural panels from France showcases the evolution of artistic styles from the 16th to the 18th century. The 18th-century panel, adorned...
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Antique 16th Century French Gothic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Walnut
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th-century Italian Art Deco table lamp is a striking blend of craftsmanship and design. Constructed from rich walnut, the lamp features an elegant spiral motif that asce...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Walnut
Pair of 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Pietra Dura 'Paintings'
Located in Chicago, IL
These exquisite 19th-century Italian Grand Tour framed Pietra Dura "paintings" are magnificent examples of this intricate and enduring art form. Pietra Dura, meaning "hard stone" in ...
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Antique 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Paintings
Materials
Marble
Early 20th Century French Leather Tool Bag from a Train
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th-century French leather tool bag hails from the Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), France's national train service established in 1938. Originally d...
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Early 20th Century French Industrial Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Leather
19th Century French Chef's Pounder on Marble Plinth
Located in Chicago, IL
This 19th-century French chef's pounder tool, carved from walnut, has a charming, worn look only centuries of use can give. One end is a round, mallet-like pounder, and the other tap...
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Antique 19th Century French Rustic Mounted Objects
Materials
Marble
Pair of Mid-Century Italian Effetre Murano Egg Lamps
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant pair of mid-20th century Italian Effetre Murano egg lamps showcases the exquisite craftsmanship of Murano glass artisans. Each lamp features an opaque white glass shade ...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
