The Guide
Innovatia is forever in search of the genuine and the fine. Leading the good life is a process of self innovation, finding the new and the best. It requires an embrace of selective fine shopping, and a steady eye for the hunt whether for art, rare books, antiques, or superior brands which truly deliver and it takes us into obscure corners as well as opulent better known locations, with intimate insights.
Harrolds
More than just a luxury clothing line, Harrolds is revered as a fashion institution. Founded by John Poulakis in 1985 on Melbourne’s famous Collins Street, today Harrolds is home to more than 100 Australian luxury brands and international designer labels across three stores in Melbourne and Sydney, and online. Under the continuing stewardship of the Poulakis family, Harrolds is the exclusive Australian retailer of international fashion houses such as Tom Ford, Thom Browne and Amina Muaddi. Harrolds is also home to iconic seasonal collections from world-renowned labels such as Versace, Valentino and Alexander McQueen. Beyond designer clothing, Harrolds’ luxury ranges include footwear, eyewear, and homeware from Australian luxury brands including Dion Lee and Maticevski. Harrolds offers bespoke signature services, from made-to-measure fittings to experiential shopping that sees clients taken on a retail journey, in-store and online. Harrolds also ships internationally.
Shop 9, 101 Collins St, Melbourne VICTORIA
Tel: +61 386607888
Westfield, Shop 3042-3046; and Shop 4001, 188 Pitt St, Sydney NSW
Tel: +61 292328399
harrolds.com.au
J Farren-Price
Watchmaker John Farren-Price was a returned serviceman with an appetite for beautifully crafted timepieces and bespoke jewellery when he opened the now-iconic store in Sydney in 1942. Eight decades on, J Farren-Price continues to reward lovers of finely crafted watches as Australia’s destination store for world-leading brands such as Patek Philippe, Longines, Tudor and Rolex. J Farren-Price is also agent to top-end luxury jewellery designers such as Argyle pink diamonds, Pasquale Bruni, Roberto Coin and Autore. Today, managing director Julian Farren-Price, John’s son, continues the family tradition by offering clients an enviable list of choices for famous Swiss watches and expertly handcrafted quality jewellery. While renowned for its engagement rings and South Sea pearls, J Farren-Price also offers repairs and redesign services, breathing new life into treasured family heirlooms.
80 Castlereagh St, Sydney NSW
Tel: +61 292313299
jfarrenprice.com.au
Zegna
The Zegna story began in 1910 in Trivero, northern Italy, when 18-year-old Ermenegildo Zegna, the youngest of 10 children, began using the looms of his father’s wool mill to create quality fabrics that became known as “the most beautiful in the world”. Sourcing only the best fibres, the young entrepreneur began producing fine fabrics and by 1938 was exporting to the US. A few years later, Zegna fabrics were being sold in more than 40 countries worldwide. By the 1960s, Ermenegildo’s sons Angelo and Aldo had launched a ready-to-wear collection and made-to-measure bespoke range. Three generations on, the Zegna empire, now led by Ermenegildo’s grandson, Gildo, boasts 300 stores internationally, offering clients high-end sustainable menswear, accessories, and sportswear. With the fourth generation entering the family business, the Zegna brand is also sold through high-end retailers and online. The Zegna brand remains synonymous with luxury and innovation, as well as the kind of fine detail that the “Made in Italy” label is known for.
Westfield, Shop 3002-4003, 77 Castlereagh St, Sydney NSW
Tel: +61 292229355
DFO Homebush, Unit G-022, Sydney NSW
Tel: +61 297645742
Shop 1, 45 Collins St, Melbourne VICTORIA
Tel: +61 396505733
zegna.com
Percy Marks
In 1899, a young and unknown jewellery designer from New Zealand opened his namesake Sydney store. Almost 125 years later, Percy Marks remains one of Australia’s most respected family jewellery businesses. Percy was just 20 years old and from a family of jewellers when he began his Sydney business, which quickly developed a reputation for creating traditionally crafted bespoke jewellery of exceptional design, quality and beauty. Percy became known as The Opal King for his love of the darker-coloured stones and his gregarious efforts to promote opals as Australia’s national gemstone. It worked. By the 1930s, Australian opal was the rage. Percy died in 1935, the same year he was awarded King George V’s Silver Jubilee medal. Today Percy Marks is run by Percy’s great-grandson, Cameron Marks, and the highly sought-after Australian black opals remain a specialty, alongside all the other rare and magnificent gems that are unique to Australia – from South Sea pearls to the prized Argyle pink diamonds.
Level 3, 70 Castlereagh St, Sydney NSW
Tel: +61 29331355 or Freecall 1800 651 825
percymarks.com.au
Bvlgari
Vibrant colours and distinctive motifs are synonymous with Bulgari style and luxury. Founded in Rome in 1884 by Greek silversmith Sotirio Bulgari, the jewellery brand soon established a reputation for exquisite Italian craftsmanship and design. Unafraid to defy trends or break rules, Bulgari’s flair for crafting breathtakingly beautiful pieces continues to win over lovers of fine jewellery while also creating the icons of contemporary design. This trademark style developed in strength in the 1940s, with Bulgari’s sinuous yellow gold coils of the Serpenti creations. In the ‘50s, Bulgari introduced chromatic combinations of precious and coloured stones. Then in the early ‘70s, Bulgari expanded into Europe and the US, where the third-generation Bulgari brothers stirred excitement with creations inspired from the Far East through to Pop Art. Next to be noticed was the Bulgari watch, which became an instant classic and design statement. The ‘80s and ‘90s pushed Bulgari’s modular jewellery to the front row as a single decorative piece for the modern woman. Unusual materials were melded with jewels and watches - steel, porcelain, silk, and wood recalibrated our sense of luxury forever.
64-68 Castlereagh St, Sydney NSW
Tel: +61 292333611
123 Collins St, Melbourne, VICTORIA
Tel: +61 396638100
Queens Plaza, 226 Queen St, Brisbane, QUEENSLAND
Tel: +61 7322109
bulgari.com
Oceanic Arts Australia
With more than 40 years’ experience specialising in Aboriginal and Oceanic tribal art and artefacts, Oceanic Arts Australia assists museums and private collectors worldwide. Expert in sourcing high-quality pieces from around Australia and from locations such as Papua New Guinea, Irian Jaya, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Fiji, Polynesia and Micronesian, Oceanic Arts Australia specialist and founder Todd Barlin is a highly respected and much sought-after expert who can provide advice and valuations. The business also specialises in fine Buddhist art from the diverse cultures of Southeast Asia.
64 Elizabeth St, Paddington NSW 2021
Tel: +61 293282512
oceanicartsaustralia.com
Louis Vuitton
In 1837, 16-year-old Louis Vuitton arrived in Paris on foot to fulfil his ambition to become a trunk master. He began his apprenticeship with respected atelier Monsieur Maréchal and quickly rose through the ranks before opening his own business in 1854. The rest is history, with the Louis Vuitton name today synonymous with high fashion, innovation, high quality, and style. The Maison proudly continues to remain faithful to the spirit of its founder, who is lauded as having invented the “Art of Travel” through creating luggage, bags and accessories that are as creative as they are elegant and practical.
Louis Vuitton Sydney Maison
365 George St, Sydney NSW 2000
Stores in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth
Tel: 1300 582 827
au.louisvuitton.com
Burberry
While the Burberry story began with the desire to design clothing that would protect people from the British weather, almost 170 years later the name Burberry – and its trademark trench coat and check fabric – is a much-admired staple of the high-couture fashion world. Thomas Burberry’s invention in the late 1800s of gabardine – the breathable, weatherproof, and hardwearing fabric that revolutionised rainwear – was followed by the creation of the classic trench coat design. Burberry’s iconic Equestrian Knight Device logo also speaks of its timeless British style and elegance. Today’s range includes leather goods, footwear, perfume, and fashion accessories such as the signature cashmere scarf collection.
343 George St, Sydney NSW 2000
Stores in Brisbane and Melbourne
Tel: +61 2 82968588
au.burberry.com
Ralph Lauren
American fashion house Ralph Lauren is recognised worldwide for its iconic polo shirts, original preppy style and luxurious designs. Born Ralph Lifshitz in the Bronx, New York, in 1939, Lauren grew up in a modest family yet had a passion for fashion from an early age. After selling men’s ties in a small boutique in Manhattan he went on to design his own neckwear before launching his company, Polo Fashions, in 1960, having created a line of men’s clothing inspired by the world of equestrian sports. From there, Lauren went on to create a global empire that includes clothing, accessories, fragrance collections, along with childrenswear and home furnishings. The global leader with its singular angle into design and men’s wear has taken a significant step forward in Australia. This occurred in March of this year with the opening of its 4-floor store in once of Sydney’s most iconic buildings on Pitt St. Here the ultra-luxe Ralph Lauren Purple Label line of men’s suits are available in their full glory, and the wide array of casual wear for which the brand in Australia is famous. Hint: if you are set, fellows, to buy a new very fine suit,or sports coat and slacks - have a look at the Purple Label offerings. We’ve previewed them and are knocked out.
138-140 Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000
Stores and Outlets in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth
Tel: + 61 29182 0863
ralphlauren.com.au
Salvatori Ferragamo
Novice Italian shoe designer Salvatore Ferragamo had a vision to create and produce the world’s most beautiful shoes. Beginning with a small shoe repair business, the young Ferragamo’s journey took him from Italy to the United States and back. In 1923, Ferragamo made his way to California and Hollywood, where he handcrafted shoes and boots for the then-fledgling film industry. In 1927 he returned to Italy to start the Salvatore Ferragamo company, based in Florence, where he created high-end women’s footwear. When Ferragamo passed away in 1960 the company was taken over by his wife, Wanda, who continued the brand’s evolution. In 1965, the house launched leather goods and ready-to-wear apparel designed by Giovanna Gentile Ferragamo. At the same time, the company began the production of handbags, under the direction of Fiamma di San Giuliano Ferragamo. The 1970s saw the company diversify into men’s clothing and footwear. Today the Ferragamo luxury goods empire makes products including women’s handbags, wallets, clothing, jewellery, sunglasses, perfume and, of course, shoes.
Shop 3031/4 Westfield, 188 Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000
Stores in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth
Tel: +61 280701405
shop.ferragamo.com/shop/au
Paspaley
The pursuit of the perfect pearl has been a journey full of passion and adventure for three generations of the Paspaley family over more than 80 years. Known for their transparent lustre and unique colour palette, Paspaley pearls are among the rarest and most sought-after in the world, appearing in the collections of Cartier, Tiffany and Co and Harry Winston, among others. Nicholas Paspaley Sr was a young entrepreneur when he arrived in Australia from Greece in 1942 and headed to the Kimberley region in the northernmost part of Western Australia. Aged 19, he bought a pearl lugger, diving for natural pearls and mother-of-pearl shell. Decades later, Paspaley realised his dream of creating cultured pearls of the same quality as his natural South Sea pearls. Today, under the chairmanship of Nicholas Paspaley Jr, those cultured pearls are regarded as being in a category of their own – Paspaley Pearls.
2 Martin Pl, Sydney NSW 2000
Stores in Sydney, Perth, Melbourne and Broome. Opening soon in Brisbane
Tel: +61 297751003
paspaley.com
Chopard
The luxury Swiss timepiece brand was founded in 1860 by artisan watchmaker Louis-Ulysse Chopard. Three generations later in 1963 the company was bought by goldsmith and watchmaker Karl Scheufele III, whose family continues to run the company today. Chopard’s reputation for high-precision, ultra-thin and extremely accurate pocket watches surged. In the 1980s, convinced that a Chopard stainless steel watch would succeed, a young Karl-Friedrich Scheufele launched the now-iconic Moritz Swiss watch – an elegant, luxury sports watch. The same decade saw the launch of Caroline Scheufele’s Happy Clown classic jewellery collection. This year Chopard announced that its steel watches – including bracelets and cases – will be made from recyclable Lucent Steel.
119 King St, Sydney NSW 2000
Retailers in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney
Tel: +61 2 81976007
chopard.com
Kennedy
Since 1976, Kennedy’s carefully edited collection of fine jewellery and luxury men’s and women’s watches has continued to be redefined to reflect its commitment to balancing heritage with elegance and modern innovation. The impressive collection of exquisite brands that Kennedy curates confirms the company as one of the world’s most sought-after destinations for luxury watches and jewellery. An official retailer of Rolex, Patek Philippe, IWC Schaffhausen, Panerai, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Piaget, Cartier, Tudor, Omega, Longines, Raymond Weil, Graff Diamonds, Qeelin, Pomellato, Suzanne Kalan and Roberto Coin - all Kennedy pieces are individually chosen to appeal to discerning clients. The business offers clients a personalised in-store and after-sales experience, along with impeccable service that is paired with in-depth knowledge.
The Star Grand Hotel and Residences,
Retail A, Unit 1 Shop 0, 80 Pyrmont St, Pyrmont NSW 2009
Locations in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth
Tel: +61 295189499
kennedy.com.au
Hermes
When harness-maker Thierry Hermès opened a workshop in Paris in 1837, he was responding to his clients’ desires for “simplicity and lightness” in a city teeming with modernity. His harnesses embodied discreet finesse as well as endurance in all conditions. Six generations on, Hermes remains faithful to its founder’s artisanal model and humanist values, producing leather goods like the timeless and highly coveted Birkin handbag, along with lifestyle accessories, home furnishings, fragrances, jewellery, watches, and ready-to-wear apparel. Hermes is about the freedom to create, the quest for beautiful materials, and the transmission of exceptional know-how, resulting in the luxury brand continuing to produce useful and elegant objects that stand the test of time.
The Trust Building, 155 King St, NSW 2000
Tel: +61 2 92 87 32 00
Locations in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne
hermes.com/au
Gucci
Synonymous with luxury and style, the iconic Italian fashion house celebrated its 100th year in 2021. Known for its high-quality craftsmanship, attention to detail, and timeless designs that never ever go out of style, Gucci was founded in Florence, Italy, by Guccio Gucci. The story goes that Guccio was inspired by the luxury luggage owned by aristocrats staying at London’s Savoy Hotel, where he worked as a porter. From the beginning, the Gucci brand became the perfect fit for the pastimes of the wealthy, like horse-riding — hence the brand’s signature horsebit. Behind the scenes, Gucci has survived family feuds, take-over attempts, a near-bankruptcy, a public listing, financial turnarounds and even a murder. Yet the allure of the brand, and its extravagant, opulent designs, is enduring as Gucci continues its success as a label of choice of wealthy travellers, celebrities, and well-heeled clients.
Shop 3012, Castlereagh St, Sydney NSW 2000
Locations in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne
Tel: +61 1300513343
gucci.com/au/en_au
Tom Ford
Sexy clothing, provocative statements, and racy advertising … Tom Ford is credited with bringing “sexy” back to fashion. The American fashion designer and filmmaker launched his eponymous luxury brand in 2005 after serving as the creative director at Yves Saint Laurent and Gucci, where he was best known for turning the Italian fashion house into a brand worth billions of dollars. The Texas-born designer studied architecture before immersing himself in the world of fashion. After leaving Gucci, Ford settled in Los Angeles and directed and produced the highly acclaimed film, A Single Man. Afterwards, Ford refocussed on fashion, initially with cosmetics and menswear before returning to the high-octane world of glamorous womenswear. Ford’s signature style remains simple but striking. Think bold statements, like his velvet tuxedo jackets emblazoned with abstract designs and patterns. Still today, Tom Ford designs reflect the designer’s elegance, refinement, adventure, and timeless class.
188 Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000
Tel: +61 2 9232 8399
tomford.com
Giorgio Armani
Giorgio Armani has earned hallowed space in the luxury fashion industry through the brand’s superior design, poignant styles, and trends, making it one of the most highly valued fashion companies in the world. Founder Giorgio Armani was born in northern Italy in 1934 and was on leave from military service when he got a job as a window dresser at a Milan department store. He became a buyer, marking his entry into fashion. Armani became a designer at fashion house Nino Cerruti in 1965 and within a decade had started his own fashion house. Armani’s designs honed his sense of aesthetics, beauty and luxury, a sense that appealed to society’s elite. Today, with many sub-brands under the parent umbrella of Giorgio Armani, the fashion house caters to various markets and has become one of the strongest fashion and luxury brands in the world. The brand is built on the pillars of class, quality, and exclusivity. Its lines cover all areas of fashion, including apparel, swimwear, accessories, perfume, cosmetics, watches, makeup, handbags and shoes for men, women, and children.
Challis House 4, Martin Pl, Sydney NSW 2000
Tel: +61 2 82335888
Locations in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth
armani.com
Mihan Aromatics
Familial scents that rise to an occasion, aromas that conjure heartache, hubris, and harmony … launched in 2017 by Melbourne couple Julia Brown and Joshua Mihan, Mihan Aromatics offers lovers of fragrances a contemporary Australian experience. Romantic and nostalgic, its first scents were a portal for the wearer to be transported to their favourite memories. From the iconic Melbourne landmarks of Edinburgh Gardens to the Fitzroy Pool, the fragrances are inspired by the founders’ sensory experiences. Mihan Aromatics’ next series was dedicated to Australia’s unique landscapes, celebrating its rare and natural beauty. Mihan uses Australian native ingredients in all its scent collections and are committed to showcasing Australian botanicals to the world. Mihan Aromatics parfums are meticulously distilled using Australian organic sugarcane from farms in North Queensland. Their parfum oils consist of parfum extract and Kakadu Plum Seed Oil, grown and handpicked by the Bardi people of The Kimberley. Designed and developed, hand filled and assembled in Melbourne, Mihan products are cruelty free and vegan certified.
Stockists Australia-wide and overseas
Email: info@mihanaromatics.com
mihanaromatics.com
European Watch Gallery
After more than 30 years in business, European Watch Gallery founder Shonie Herbath enjoys an enviable reputation for knowing all there is to know about the world’s most highly desired timepieces. With a life-long love for vintage and collectable watches, Herbath is proudly one of the world’s leading authorities on Patek Philippe timepieces. Located in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD, the gallery is an essential stop-off for clients seeking the rarest and most prized watches in the world. Regarded as a comfortable and discrete location for discerning clients to trade and discuss timepieces, the company also provides a valuation service. Principal Shonie Herbath has a reputation for trading some of the rarest and most important watches in the world for clients including Hollywood celebrities and European aristocrats. Brands available at the European Watch Gallery include Rolex, Jaeger LeCoultre, Vacheron Constantin, Audemars Piguet, Bell & Ross, Blancpain, Hublot, Roger Dubuis, Omega, Breitling, Panerai, Tudor, Tag Heuer, Cartier, Longines and Oris.
83 Collins St, Melbourne VICTORIA 3000
Tel: +61 39650 1511
watchgallery.com.au
Vintage Watch Co
With the guiding philosophy to always source unique pieces in superior condition and at a competitive price, Brisbane and Sydney Vintage Watches (Fredman SVW) became Vintage Watch Co – home to quality watches for the buyer, seller, and collector. Established in Sydney in 1994 in the city’s historic Strand Arcade, the Brisbane store opened in 2003 in the art deco-style Brisbane Arcade. Both stores offer a wide selection of new, modern, and vintage watches along with watch accessories. The Vintage Watch Co’s ever-changing selection of modern and vintage pieces include Rolex, Omega, IWC, Breitling, Patek Philippe, Panerai, Cartier, Tag Heuer, Longines, Tissot, RADO, U-Boat, Seiko, Oris, Grand Seiko, Michel Herbelin, Mondaine and MeisterSinger. Highly trained watchmakers are available to assist clients with everything from battery changes to a full restoration of a precious timepiece.
Shop 12-13, Brisbane Arcade, 160 Queen St, Brisbane QLD 4000
Tel: +61 73210 6722
Shop 28, The Strand Arcade, 412-414 George St, Sydney NSW 2000
Tel: +61 29221 3373
vintagewatchco.com.au
The Vault Sydney
Jeremy Bowker and interior architect Phoebe Nicol opened The Vault Sydney in 2016 to offer clients an eclectic and ever-changing mix of antiques and decorative items, including 20th Century furniture, objects and artwork. The pair guide clients through the purchasing process to deliver distinctive and elegant furniture, artworks, and objects. Partners in life as well as business, the couple’s highly regarded business reflects their lifelong dream. Bowker and Nicol are meticulous in their selections when buying from around the world. Finely curated shipments of antiques peppered with mid-century and modern pieces is what The Vault Sydney is best known for. Bowker and Nicol’s philosophy is simple: “We seek no limits as to what we find, whether vintage current or antique, it’s about the integrity of the piece.”
377 Gardeners Rd, Rosebery NSW 2018
Tel: 0414 502 159
thevaultsydney.com
The Antique Guild
“We believe in buying once and buying well. We believe quality is remembered long after price is forgotten. We believe in using the good china.” So say the passionate specialist buyers and collectors at The Antique Guild, which opened in Brisbane in 2011 as a curated store of rare and beautiful pieces - fine jewellery, furniture, silver, art, and more. With premises in Brisbane City and Albion, The Antique Guild prides itself on sourcing quality items, from various time periods and by esteemed makers. Its specialist team is passionate about a range of periods and styles, from Georgian jewellery through to Art Nouveau, Art Deco, and contemporary makers. Its staff are also avid enthusiasts of fine jewel houses such as Boucheron, Georg Jensen, Grima, Buccellati, Ilias Lalaounis and Tiffany. The Antique Guild is a member of the Australian Art and Antique Dealers Association. Its Albion store boasts 800sqm of floor space - an eclectic labyrinth filled with treasures from furniture, mirrors and lighting to crystal, porcelain, and taxidermy – the perfect place for hours of fossicking.
Shop 8, Tattersall’s Arcade, 215 Queen St, Brisbane QLD 4000
Tel: +61 73210 1998
32 Corunna St, Albion QLD 4822
Tel: +61 73221 3112
theantiqueguild.com.au
Colonial Coins & Medals
Peter Brooks left behind a career at the CSIRO in 1966 to pursue his passion for the science of coins, medals and tokens, leading the young collector to open a small numismatic dealership which, over the years, has grown to become a leading destination for collectors worldwide. Brooks’s passion for coins and medals grew from his appreciation of their history and significance. As a 16-year-old visiting London, his private purchase of a mint state Charles II 1665 Pattern Farthing struck in silver remains in his collection today. The company’s distinctive logo – the crowned Portcullis of the Tower of London Mint – was inspired by the iconic Portcullis Money Series, England’s first trade coinage, struck in 1600-1601 under Queen Elizabeth I. In 2020, Charles Brooks joined the family business fulltime, bringing with him the kind of energy and passion that continues to fire Peter Brooks’s life-long interest. Charles also adds a modern perspective to the business through its online store and blog, Colonial Gazette.
1/218 Adelaide St, Brisbane QLD 4000
Tel: +61 732218460 or +61 732293949
colonialcoins.com.au
Antique Print & Map Room
The largest specialist dealer of rare antique maps and prints in Australia, and with an online store offering more than 15,000 genuine rare maps, antique prints, lithographs, engravings, books, ephemera and original artworks, Antique Print & Map Room was founded Louis and Susie Kissajukian in Sydney in 1979. Its vast collection includes items from almost every geographical area of the world and spans historical periods from the 15th to the 20th centuries. The business has a special focus on maps and prints charting the early discoveries and cultural exchanges of the East Indies, Pacific and Australia. This includes one of the largest and most compelling collections of natural history in Australia. Stocking only the highest quality examples, Antique Print & Map Room guarantee that the condition of all stock is fully described on its website. The business has become a trusted source of prized historical material for collectors and prestigious national and international institutions and private collections.
Shop 189/392 Jones St, Ultimo NSW 2007
Tel: +61 292674355
antiqueprintmaproom.com
The Gentleman’s Apartment
Born through a love of objects, The Gentleman’s Apartment is the brainchild of six-generation furniture maker and conservator Wayne Baker Smith and artist/designer Paula Truesdale. Located at Paddington in inner-city Brisbane, the business specialises in superbly crafted furniture that reflects the creative passion of its makers. At The Gentleman’s Apartment you will find pieces that evoke a contemporary sensibility, with textiles soft and sensual. Directors Truesdale and Smith are both “makers’’ who love fine design and eclectic pieces, whether it be a Napoleon III Library Desk or a mid-Century object or artwork. Textiles are carefully selected to be a perfect match with each piece of furniture. Visit the boutique or online store and experience a unique collection – furniture, art, homeware, clothing accessories and body products – selected from around the globe.
Shop 1/2 Latrobe Tce, Paddington QLD 4064
Tel: +61 477 298 399
thegentlemansapartment.com.au
Red Eye Records
Established by Chris Pepperel in 1981, Red Eye Records is one of Australia’s oldest and certainly its largest independent record store. Over the decades it has developed a reputation as the “home away from home” for musicians, music collectors and culture fans from around Australia and overseas. Red Eye Records’ online business has successfully connected the business to fans from around the world – clients who are looking for rare, out-of-print and unique Australian music items. The online store also provides users access to Red Eye Records’ Australian and international databases, allowing browsers to search for items that the store might not have in stock but can order for clients. Red Eye Records stocks all Australian major label and independent releases and imports titles and receives weekly air consignments from the US and UK, as well as regular shipments from Canada, Germany, Holland, Italy, France, Japan, Argentina and elsewhere. Red Eye also stocks used and rare and/or collectable items. If there is something you are after that you cannot find, get in touch.
143 York St, Sydney NSW 2000
Tel: +61 292677440
redeye.com.au
Classic Throttle Shop
If you have a penchant for classic cars, the Classic Throttle Shop’s showroom in North Sydney is arguably home to the finest selection of sought-after vehicles in the southern hemisphere. Established by Rory and Karin Johnston in 2003 and now part of the Dutton Group of Companies, Classic Throttle Shop sources European marques such as Ferrari, Porsche, Aston Martin, Jaguar and Mercedes-Benz, alongside rare and collectible Australian, American and Japanese classics. Over the past 20 years, Classic Throttle Shop has built an enviable reputation as a respected and dependable business for local and international sales and vehicle sourcing. Its team of knowledgeable and dedicated classic car enthusiasts work with clients worldwide, but unlike other car dealers Classic Throttle Shop sources vehicles exclusively through enthusiasts and collectors. This way, the quality of cars offered to clients is exceptional – as they come from owners who understand their cars. Whether you’re a new buyer, an established collector looking to extend or refresh your garage, or an owner wanting to sell or consign your classic, it’s worth stopping by.
50/64 Pacific Hwy, North Sydney NSW 2060
Tel: +61 299222036
classicgthrottleshop.com
Museum of Old and New Art (MONA)
Sitting majestically above the Derwent River on the outskirts of Hobart, the Museum of Old and New Art’s subterranean architecture showcases entrepreneur David Walsh’s $110 million private collection of art and antiquities. Unlike any other art museum in the world, MONA is the playground and megaphone of Walsh, who grew up in Tasmania, dropped out of university, played cards, and won, then played a bit more before eventually investing in MONA. Described as a temple to secularism, rationalism, and talking nonsense about things you don’t know very much about, MONA opened in 2011 and exhibits an eclectic range of art from ancient history to modern works, including pieces from Picasso, Warhol and Dali. It holds the world’s largest private collection of ancient Egyptian artefacts. There’s also live music, food, wine, accommodation, a library, brewery, recording studio, and tennis court. MONA should be explored — as a space of wonder and experiment. Download the MONA App before you get there. Catch the ferry from Hobart. You could speed through MONA in four hours, but it’s best to hang around and make a day of it.
655 Main Rd, Berriedale TASMANIA 7011
Tel: +61 36277 9900
mona.net.au
The d’Arenberg Cube
You must see it to believe it! The d’Arenberg Cube is a bold statement, a modern miracle of architectural design which, upon entry, takes you into a kaleidoscopic world of boundless imagination. Set within the historic d’Arenberg vineyard and winery at McLaren Vale, the multi-level structure features the d’Arenberg Cube Restaurant, a wine tasting room, a virtual fermenter, a 360-degree video room and the Alternate Realities Museum, with numerous art installations. The idea to build the Cube came to winemaker Chester Osborn in 2003. Inspired by the complexities and puzzles of winemaking, Chester came up with the idea of a cube-shaped building. Each of the five levels have been carefully curated to entice and excite the senses. There’s also 25 Salvador Dali bronze sculptures and graphic artworks on exhibition. And much more!
58 Osborn Rd, McLaren Vale SA 5171
Tel: +61 883294888
darenberg.com.au
Wootten
Did you know that a cordwainer is a shoemaker who makes new shoes from new leather? Bespoke cordwainer Wootten prides itself on doing just that. Ross Wootten began making bespoke footwear in the early 1970s in South Australia under the tutelage of internationally renowned shoemaker George Koleff. Today, Ross’s son, Jess Cameron-Wootten walks in his father’s shoes –now the head cordwainer at Wootten, which has been based in Melbourne for more than 30 years. Since 2018, Wootten’s workshop has operated from Delacombe, near Ballarat. Wootten continues the custom-fit tradition, making high-quality footwear from scratch. Shoes are made-to-order, one pair at a time and to your specifications. The customer becomes part of the design process. Wootten also produce made-to-order boot, along with a broad range of leather accessories, including handbags, travel bags, wallets and aprons.
39 Bridge Rd, Richmond VICTORIA 3121
Tel: +61 395106503
Workshop: Shed 1, 20 Elizabeth St, Delacombe VICTORIA 3356
wootten.com.au
Le Labo
If you love perfume and have always wanted to curate your own bespoke fragrance, then Le Labo – French for “the lab” – awaits you. Le Labo’s collection of personal, body and home fragrances are named after the most prominent note in its composition, with the identifying number on each product revealing the total notes used to create that blend. Ingredients such as sandalwood, black tea leaves, rose centifolia, bergamot, tonka bean, juniper, petitgrain and neroli are blended, just the way you like it. Founded in New York in 2006, Le Labo has revolutionised the idea of a personal fragrance. Each perfume is delicately composed to ensure a harmonious and long-lasting scent. Le Labo boutiques operate as an open artisanal laboratory, like a lolly shop for the nose, where clients can take the time to smell and touch raw ingredients to awaken their olfactory system and trigger emotions. Each fragrance is layered with an intoxicating blend of notes, and because they’re oil-based, one spray can last you all day. If you can’t decide what you want, then Le Labo’s Discovery Set contains either five or 17 sample-size spritzes. Or try one of Le Labo’s signature fragrances, the sensual and sophisticated Santal 33.
Shop 16/65 James St, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006
Tel: +61 732521426
Stores and outlets in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and across Australia lelabofragrances.com.au
Japingka Aboriginal Art
It’s hard to imagine a more diverse group of artists than those referred to as Australian Aboriginal – people of all ages, from teenagers through to community elders. Japingka Aboriginal Art opened in Perth in 1995 and today holds more than 4000 ethically sourced Aboriginal artworks. An ever-changing feast, the art is created by men and women, sometimes using different mediums. The artists live in remote deserts, on tropical islands, in small coastal regions as well as in towns and cities. Japingka Aboriginal Art occupies two levels of an 1890s warehouse in Freemantle. The ground floor gallery presents a broad cross-section of Aboriginal art from leading artists and regions. The two upstairs galleries present new exhibitions annually, chosen from emerging Indigenous and established communities and artists. Japingka is an active member of both the Aboriginal Art Association of Australia and the Australian Federal Government’s Indigenous Art Code. Both these industry organisations promote fair trade practices and ethical standards for the Aboriginal art industry.
47 High St, Fremantle WA 6160
Tel: +61 893358265
japingkaaboriginalart.com
Archive Fine Books
It’s everything you want a bookstore to be – crowded, quiet and with that unmistakable smell that says amazing ideas have been captured in its stored books’ pages. Archive Fine Books, one of the largest second-hand bookstores in Australia, occupies the ground floor of John Mills Himself, a heritage-listed building in the heart of the Brisbane CBD. Fittingly, John Mills was a printer in the 1920s and the store still owns three copies of titles published by Mills: Reflections by Will H. Clarke, Secrets Revealed by J.W. Crsbie and Journey into Desolation by former Queensland politician Bruce Pie. These books may be viewed on request but are not for sale. Naturally, the bookstore is divided into genre: literature, philosophy, politics, sport, military history, westerns, Australiana, esoterica, religion, law, business, science, science-fiction, fantasy, popular fiction, biography, music, quilting and many others. Established in 1985, the store has had several bookish owners, each one contributing to its reputation as a Brisbane icon. Hamish Alcorn bought the business in 2008 and since then has organised more than half a million books and with partner Dawn Albinger has grown the antiquarian side of the business. If you can’t get to the store, browse online for antiquarian books and other treasures.
40 Charlotte St, Brisbane QLD 4000
Tel: +61 732210491
archivefinebooks.com.au
Art Oceanic
Melbourne’s longest-operating tribal art gallery, Art Oceanic specialises in traditional Aboriginal, Melanesian and Polynesian artefacts and art – bark paintings from Northeast, Central and Western Arnhem Land; boomerangs, dilly bags and coolamans; shields, spear throwers and spears; figures and animal carvings; and vintage Hermannsburg School watercolour paintings. Art Oceanic also offers a select collection of New Guinea and other Oceanic Island works including stone, wooden and woven sculptural figures, masks, adzes and axes, drums and body adornment. Art Oceanic was founded in 1961 by Jim and Irene Davidson. Malcolm Davidson has run the gallery since 1991, making the transition from landscape architecture into the world of ethnographic art and artefacts. Malcolm is an approved valuer for Oceanic and Aboriginal art/artefacts with the Australian Government, Office for the Arts, Cultural Gifts Program, and is a member of the Oceanic Art Society of Australia. Art Oceanic is open by appointment only.
1 Missouri Ave, Brighton VICTORIA 3186
Tel: +61 419 355 126
artoceanic.com
Berkelouw Books
The story so far is that six generations of the Berkelouw family have been book traders. With a stock list of more than two million books – new, secondhand and antiquarian – the Sydney-based family business operates across NSW and has one store at Eumundi in Queensland. The Berkelouw family’s love affair with books began in Holland in 1812, where Solomon Berkelouw traded theology books. After his untimely death, Solomon’s son Carel took on his father’s trade, opening a store in Rotterdam. Carel’s son Hartog was the first family member to issue catalogues, gaining Berkelouw an international reputation. With the business decimated by World War II, Isidoor Berkelouw emigrated to Australia. Opening a store in Sydney, Isidoor’s first catalogue captured the attention of book collectors around the country. The business flourished and Isidoor’s sons Henry and Leo followed in his footsteps as booksellers. In 1994, the sixth generation, Paul, Robert and David Berkelouw, opened its now landmark store in Paddington, Sydney. Today Berkelouw Books is Australia’s largest rare and antiquarian, second-hand and new book trader.
19 Oxford St, Paddington NSW 2021
Tel: +81 1800046240
Locations in NSW and Eumundi, Queensland
berkelouw.com.au
Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre
With a commanding outlook over the snaking Tweed River and magnificent caldera, Tweed Regional Gallery is arguably the leading regional gallery in Australia, a ranking solidified in 2014 with the opening of its annex Margaret Olley Art Centre. The architecturally award-winning gallery building opened in 2004 and houses an outstanding collection of Australian portraiture and regional works of note. It also hosts high calibre travelling exhibitions such as the Doug Moran Portrait Prize and the travelling Archibald Prize. But it is the Margaret Olley Art Centre, with its meticulous re-creation of rooms and their contents from her home studio in Duxford Street, Paddington, Sydney, that draws busloads of visitors year-round. And deservedly so. Margaret Olley, who was born in Kyogle and grew up in Murwillumbah, is Australia’s most admired painter of still life and interiors, much loved for her intimate, perceptive artworks. A bohemian and pioneering woman of Australian art, visitors can view for themselves her artwork, paints, furniture, ornaments, crockery, cutlery, vases, flowers, and more. The gallery has a gift shop and restaurant with balcony dining – the perfect place to muse after touring the gallery.
2 Mistral Rd, South Murwillumbah NSW 2484
Tel: +61 266702790
gallery.tweed.nsw.gov.au
Hill of Content Bookshop
Melbourne’s oldest bookstore, Hill of Content Bookshop, celebrated its 100th birthday last year. The little bookshop is one of Australia’s finest, enjoyed by book lovers across the country and from around the globe. There’s always a story to tell, and the bookshop’s founder Albert Henry Spencer once revealed his account of the store’s beginnings, famously revealing that its name came to him during a walk in the Fitzroy Gardens when “the elm trees and the plane trees and the poplars said, Call it the Hill of Content”. Spencer opened the bookshop in 1922 at its 86 Bourke Street location, where it continues to operate today. Over the years there have been many famous figures – writers, poets, artists and entertainers – who have signed its Visitors Book, including Sidney Nolan, Barry Humphries, Fred Williams, Patrick White, Louis Armstrong, E. Annie Prouix, Robin Boyd, Seamus Heaney, Jan Morris and Vikram Seth. With a broad and discerning range of books on offer, Hill of Content is a must-visit destination for the discerning reader.
Level 2/86 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Tel: +61 39662 9472
hillofcontentbookshop.com
Central Art Aboriginal Art Store
A leading gallery specialising in art from the heart of Australia, Central Art Aboriginal Store procures contemporary works by Aboriginal artists of the Central and Western deserts. It combines a large private showroom in Alice Springs with a highly informative on-line gallery, enabling art lovers anywhere to research and enjoy the exceptional art and learn more about the Aboriginal artists, their traditional lands and culture. The women artists of Utopia, including the famous Petyarre sisters, are represented by Central Art, which also handles work by prominent artists from the Western Desert communities of Kintore, Kiwirrkurra and Yuendumu. Owner and director Sabine Haider has lived in Central Australia for most of her life. She brings to the business a deep understanding of how the represented artists work and of the beliefs and customs, encapsulated in stories, that are at the core of their practice. Each artwork is carefully documented and catalogued.
DoubleTree by Hilton, 82 Barrett Dr, Alice Springs NT 0870
Tel: +61 437521711
aboriginalartstore.com.au
Home of the Arts (HOTA)
Backdropped by Surfers Paradise’s glistening skyline, Home of the Arts is the Gold Coast’s premier cultural precinct. Set in 17ha of tropical parkland, the commanding arts facility opened in 2021 and is as colourful as the range of arts genre it delivers. Live performances, cinema, visual art and performance – HOTA is jam-packed with a tantalising range of activities, programs, workshops, and exhibitions. Indoor and outdoor live music, theatre, dance, comedy, opera, children’s shows, art, and cinema – HOTA is the Number One venue on the Gold Coast to share new ideas and experiences. The surrounding parklands are popular with locals and tourists, and every weekend you’ll find a riot of colour as the precinct fills with people chilling out, swimming in the lake, browsing the Farmers Market, and just enjoying this hidden oasis, a stone’s throw from Surfers Paradise. Don’t forget to visit the HOTA Gallery, now the largest public gallery outside a capital city in Australia.
135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
Tel: +61 755884000
hota.com.au
Bolt + Buckle by Indepal
Why are men so hard to buy for? Step inside Bolt + Buckle by Indepal Leather and you’ll never use that phrase again. With a philosophy straight from the heart – simple, earthy, real – also the filter for their design and business decisions, founders Pat Fleming and Sharon Matulick have created a retail experience for men that’s uncomplicated and genuine. Clothing, leather goods and unusual finds to intrigue and entertain the mind, Bolt + Buckle grew from the couple’s travels in India in late 2012, when they came across a raw, simple, beautiful leather bag. A few months later the couple were selling at a market in Brisbane. A decade later and lots of hard work and more travelling, and Bolt + Buckle by Indepal has two stores – in the Brisbane Arcade in the heart of the City, and at Murwillumbah in northern NSW. Today, thousands of clients from across Australia and around the world are proud owners of an Indepal leather bag that has been skilfully crafted by third- and fourth-generation leather masters. Alongside its extensive range of Indepal leather goods, Bolt + Buckle also stocks finely tailored John Lennon shirts, Levi Jeans, Industrie, Wild Rhino, Mr. Simple, Will & Bear and local brands like Valor Organics, Mennie Socks & Reer Endz Undies.
Brisbane Arcade, 9/160 Queen St, Brisbane QLD 4000
Tel: +61 732102987
1 Commercial Rd, Murwillumbah NSW 2484
Tel: +61 266083645
indepal.com.au
New Farm Antique Centre
Something old, something new again. If you’re looking for that special piece to adorn your home, this New Farm menagerie of goodies is worth the visit. New Farm Antique Centre is packed with a constantly changing range of stock, from deep-sea diving bells and mid-century French commodes to ornate leather armchairs. Situated on the heritage warehouse-lined streets of Teneriffe, inner-Brisbane, New Farm Antique Centre – look for the green-awning entrance of the red-brick former wool store. Step inside and admire the original iron bark pillars and tall timber windows of the centre, which has been divided into more than 50 spaces, each designed by one of the 35 dealers to resemble a room from their era of specialty. Wander through the rabbit warren of chandelier-lit corridors and you’ll find unusual and precious wares spanning two centuries – colonial, art deco and post-World War II furniture along with militaria, ephemera, silverware, jewellery, glass, and ceramics. There’s also vintage fashion and accessories.
85 Commercial Rd, Teneriffe QLD 4005
Tel: +61 738522352
Instagram: @newfarmantiquecentre
Aspects of Kings Park Gallery Shop
Aspects of Kings Park is a gallery and retail space for the highest quality contemporary Australian and Western Australian craft and design. The exquisitely designed space offers a distinctive shopping experience integrating art and design, ecology, conservation, and education. Located in the heart of one of WA’s most iconic locations - Kings Park and Botanic Garden – the shop’s innovative and eclectic product range reflects Australia’s natural environment and biodiversity and includes the work of 70 jewellery designers from around Australia, homewares that combine the beautiful with the practical, art and décor that includes original artworks, prints, wooden pieces made from local timber, ceramics and hand-blown glass objects. Aspects also stocks Perth’s best selection of gardening books, from Australian native flora through to garden design and propagation. There are also books on travel, art and design, natural and cultural history, cooking, and Australian and children’s literature.
The shop’s giftware range includes luxurious Australian-made bath and body products, cosmetic bags, heat packs, and fragrances.
68 Fraser Ave, Kings Park, Perth WA 3900
Tel: +61 894803900
aspectsofkingspark.com.au
A. McDonald Shoemaker
Since 1990 A. McDonald Shoemaker has been designing and handcrafting bespoke footwear from a workshop in the iconic Strand Arcade in Sydney’s CBD. Worlds apart from everyday retail, A. McDonald make footwear and accessories, in small quantities, to survive the test of time. In 1996 Andrew McDonald was awarded a Churchill Scholarship to study traditional shoemaking in the UK and France under master craftsmen John Lobb and Paul Harnden Shoemakers. Honing his skills to produce bespoke and ready-to-wear footwear, McDonald returned home to put into practice an artform and philosophy that enables clients to live better with quality footwear that lasts longer. Each component of a shoe is crafted to withstand and endure the test of time and ensure that a good shoe sits comfortably on your foot, supports your ankle, and provides ideal postural alignment. Customers enjoy multiple fittings to ensure this stage is perfectly met. A. McDonald Shoemakers is also committed to creating footwear that is contemporary but also classic – footwear designed to transcend the vicissitudes of time.
Shop 1121, L2/412-414 George St, Sydney NSW 2000
Tel: +61 280842595
andrewmcdonald.com.au
Byron Bay Chocolate Co
Strawberry Raindrops, Dark Chocolate Ginger, Honeycomb Moonrocks, Dark Chocolate Cranberries and Chocolate Macadamias – a taste of the mouthwatering flavours from Byron Bay Chocolate Co’s signature range of finely crafted chocolates. For more than 30 years, these chocolatiers have poured their hearts and souls into every single chocolate made at the Byron Bay Chocolate Co, based in the beachside mecca of northern NSW. Founded in 1985 by David and Carole O’Connor, Byron Bay Chocolate Co continues to be a family affair with daughter Renae and son Darren driving the business forward. Using only the highest quality ingredients in the production of its vast range of milk and dark chocolates products. Byron Bay Chocolate Co has stockists around Australia. It also ships in bulk. How decadent!
364 Ewingsdale Rd, Byron Bay NSW 2481
Tel: +61 266858062
byronbaychocolateco.com.au
Mood Objects
Homewares, storage, table, seating … sustainably sourced vintage furniture and homewares carefully created by the Mood Objects team – just for you. Unique and sustainable objects for your living and work environments, to elevate the space and enhance your mood. Shop online or make an appointment to visit their Brunswick East store in inner-Melbourne. You’ll rediscover the allure of pre-loved quality pieces such as Mood Objects’ stunning vintage pink marble-top table with custom lucite base. Or a vintage Storvik cane lounge chair – a uniquely designed and highly comfortable and functional sculptural object. Table options include for dining, coffee tables, side tables, bedside tables and occasional pieces. One-off vases, sculptures, lighting, cushions, ottomans and plinths – every item in stock is unique, with no two pieces the same.
By appointment only
109 Nicholson St, Brunswick East VICTORIA 3056
Tel: +61 401614867
moodobjects.com.au
CCSS
From its humble beginnings on Instagram in 2017, Melbourne’s CCSS soon developed a cult following and eventually relaunched as an online store, popular for its curated selection of Scandinavian, Italian and Australian mid-century vintage furniture. The creative force behind CCSS is Clare Lewis and her partner Sonam Sherpa. The pair’s knack for sourcing one-of-a-kind treasures is now a successful business. CCSS celebrates their shared passion for twentieth century design. Along with furniture, CCSS offers an eclectic range of homewares and a tailored sourcing service. CCSS also offers beautifully crafted new pieces that pay homage to past times. Revisit the ‘60s with CCSS’s red-velvet modular couches and retro sea-green marble dining tables. Check out the CCSS website and its Lello sofa, melding contemporary design with a 1970s aesthetic. Comfort paired with sensuous curves, the Lello is made to be lived on. And then there’s the deliciously formed MakeBelieve Drop Lamp, inspired by early modernist sculptures such as Romanian sculptor Constantin Brancusi’s Endless Column. Hand made in Melbourne. Visits to CCSS’s Abbotsford store are by appointment only.
Rear of 375 Johnston St, Abbotsford VICTORIA 3067
Tel: +61 410031985
Email: ccsscollingwood@gmail.com
ccss.shop
The Shop in the Bush
Vintage jewellery, vintage and antique furniture and collectable books – The Shop in the Bush has for 40 years enchanted clients with its curated pieces to suit your every desire. Situated on the picturesque Great Eastern Drive of Tasmania’s East Coast, this fascinating shop reflects its current owner’s love for the interesting and beautiful. Objects that have been passed down through generations. The space is like no other – an eclectic blend of rustic Australian bush and dazzling antiquities. Whether you are a seasoned collector, searching for the perfect ring, or simply browsing for an item to brighten up your home – The Shop in the Bush will most likely have it. All items are antique or vintage, with a past life and a fascinating story. The authenticity of each product is guaranteed. The shop offers a full money-back guarantee and free delivery within Australia. Can’t find what you are looking for on its website? Call or email for help in finding exactly what you are looking for.
25977 Tasman Hwy, St Helens TASMANIA 7216
Tel: +61 363761735
shopinthebush.com.au
Lauder and Howard Antiques and Fine Art
After almost four decades of dealing in rare antiques and fine art in Western Australia, Leslie Lauder and Mark Howard relocated their business and love of all things beautiful to Tasmania in 2018. From celery vases to sand paintings, from Deco bookends to Gillows furniture, the Campbell Street shop is a gallery – brimming with an eclectic mix of fine antiques of diverse provenance dating back to the 17th Century. Clients can discover antique pieces from England, Scotland and Ireland, from the Georgian and Regency periods to the Art Deco era. There are pieces from France and Continental Europe, plus a large collection of Chinese and Japanese ceramics, also bronze figures, carved marble and antique glass. Australian history is well represented via a selection of fine colonial furniture from Western Australia. Art includes British and European works from the 1600s to the mid-20th Century, along with early to mid-20th Century Australian paintings.
185 Campbell St, Hobart TASMANIA 7000
Tel: +61362896946
lauderandhoward.com.au
Elder Fine Art
For almost 60 years Elder Fine Art Galleries has been a family business specialising in fine antiques and Australian paintings. Original owners Jim and Helen Elder imported regular shipments of fine quality antiques from around the world. Starting in the 1980s, Elder Fine Art began promoting established and new Australian artists, regularly holding exhibitions that helped promote many important Australian artists that are household names today, such as Pro Hart, Hugh Sawrey, David Boyd and Jack Absalom. This passion for the industry continues today through the Elder’s son Justin, who joined the family business in 2001. Jim, with his parents, began running specialised art and antique auctions, filling a void in South Australia for Australian and international paintings. Elder Fine Art continues to strive for excellence in its field, aiming to meet its client’s needs, and offering a family service to the fine art industry.
106 Melbourne St, North Adelaide SA 5006
Tel: +61882672869
elderfineart.com.au
Michael Treloar Antiquarian Booksellers
Established in Adelaide in 1976, Michael Treloar Antiquarian Booksellers
deal in quality out-of-print and antiquarian books, as well as vintage photographs, manuscripts and autographs. Catalogues of the bookseller’s specialities and recent acquisitions are issued regularly, and are available online and, on request via mail. Michael Treloar is an approved valuer for the Government Cultural Gifts Program – books and manuscripts, especially Australian, and photographic material. Specialised auctions of selected printed material, photographs and manuscripts form a growing part of the business and Michael Treloar Antiquarian Booksellers actively solicit offers of quality material in these fields, either for auction, consignment, or outright purchase.
Ground Floor, 196 North Tce, Adelaide SA 5000
Tel: +61882231111
treloars.com
Aslett Antiques & Mid Century
Aslett Antiques began in the UK in the 1980s but for 30 years the five-generation family business has been based in Perth, where it is recognised as a highly respected business specialising in antique and mid-century furniture. Aslett stocks treasures for every room in the house. For the office, consider a French walnut Louis XV-style desk with curved legs and ball and claw feet, of the Baroque style. Or, for the bedroom, a French marquetry queen-sized bed with brass mounts, designed with thin sheets of contrasting wood that reveal exquisitely ornate florals. Aslett’s collection of bookcases includes the Parisian walnut Renaissance breakfront with intricate carvings. Also, for the bedroom, consider the Early Victorian flame mahogany chest of drawers featuring rounded edges. One of Australia’s largest importers of antiques and mid-century items, Aslett has a fully trained restoration team who take great care to sympathetically restore pieces using traditional methods.
377 Fitzgerald St, North Perth WA 6006
Tel: +61892275502
aslettantiques.com.au
