ANTIQUE WAREHOUSE - Key Persons
In the modern era, antiques are no longer meant just to fill space and serve their practical purpose. Antique and vintage furnishings are now recognized as decorative works of art, focal points and conversation pieces around the house. In other words, they are now recognized for what they truly are: things of beauty. Quality pieces of art that have survived a bye-gone era where quality of craftsmanship was exceptional, and mass production was virtually unheard of.
An antique fills a space with charm, elegance and grace like nothing else. It's little wonder that designers and collectors alike search the globe to find just the right piece.
Now that e-commerce has become mainstream, you can shop from your home, whether it be in London or New York, and purchase a piece from us here in Vancouver with the ease of a click of the button.
We treat each inquiry quickly and efficiently to insure that you know what your buying before it arrives to your home. We send additional photos and are happy to discuss anything, to help you with the online buying process which can be difficult at the best of times. We organize shipping to any corner of the world.
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- Owner
- Owner of the Antique Warehouse Regularly Travels Europe to Vet and Curate Each Piece to Insure Quality, Authenticity and Style
Mark LaFleur the owner of The Antique Warehouse regularly travels Europe to vet and curate each piece to insure quality, authenticity and style.
Mark LaFleur, born in Vancouver, helped initiate the opening of the Antique Warehouse back in 1989. His background includes an honors degree from the Parsons School of Design in NYC. where his background was mainly design. His love of France and French antiques stems back to an early age when he first went to school in Paris in the early 1970's. His connections and relationships with the French were developed early at this time and have been instrumental in allowing him forays into homes and other venues the average buyer would never find. Mark also speaks fluent French.
The Owner, Mark LaFleur travels to Europe several times a year shopping a network of dealers, fairs and other cultivated sources. He fills the 12,000 sq. ft showroom with some of most interesting pieces you'll find anywhere. From period 17th Century pieces up to Mid-Century Modern it's all here to add glamor or charm to your home.