Business Details
49 Years
experience
Premier Art & Antiques Gallery in Vancouver, BC
Established in 1977, our gallery has become Canada's foremost specialist in European and North American paintings from the 18th, 19th, and early 20th centuries. Our neoclassical space showcases carefully curated antique furniture, silver, and objets d'art alongside our fine art collection. We provide expert guidance to private collectors and institutions nationwide for acquisitions, donations, and appraisals. As a second-generation family business, we combine decades of experience with formal memberships in three major industry associations. Our team has participated in international art fairs and television programs while maintaining active roles in cultural preservation initiatives.We offer comprehensive services including acquisition, conservation, and restoration of fine art and antiques. Our specialists have received prestigious awards including the Art Dealers Association of Canada's Lifetime Achievement Award. We maintain strong community ties through philanthropy, donating significant collections to major institutions across British Columbia. Our gallery operates with strict professional standards, adhering to ethical practices in all transactions and appraisals. We provide personalized service for both individual collectors and institutional clients seeking to build or preserve their art collections.
Services
Art Sales
Appraisals
Conservation
Restoration
Evaluations
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of expertise in fine art and antiques
- Our specialists hold leadership roles in major industry associations
- We provide comprehensive conservation and restoration services
- We maintain extensive international networks for art acquisition
- Our team includes Lifetime Achievement Award recipients
Associations and certifications
- Art Dealers Association of Canada
- Canadian Antique Dealers Association
- Canadian Association of Personal Property Appraisal
Services
Art Sales
We specialize in placing European and North American paintings from the 18th to early 20th centuries in private and institutional collections. Our sales services include discreet consignment options and competitive pricing strategies. With over five decades of experience, we offer an alternative to public auctions with lower commission rates while maintaining global connections.
Appraisals
Our certified appraisers provide comprehensive evaluations for insurance, resale, and donation purposes. We offer complimentary initial assessments and specialize in determining value for financial planning and estate division. As founding members of the Canadian Association of Personal Property Appraisers, we maintain the highest professional standards.
Conservation
Our conservation department has restored fine art for private collectors and public institutions for 50 years. We specialize in returning works to original condition using both in-house expertise and qualified external specialists. Services include cleaning, framing, and restoration of oil paintings, watercolors, and antique furniture.
Evaluations
We provide complimentary verbal evaluations for artwork and antiques with options for formal written appraisals. Our specialists assess paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts with detailed analysis of provenance and market value. Clients receive personalized service through appointments or online submissions with photo documentation.
Antique Sales
Our curated selection includes antique furniture, silver, and objets d'art from the 18th to early 20th centuries. We specialize in placing decorative arts in both private and institutional collections. Our sales process combines historical expertise with modern market knowledge to ensure proper valuation and placement.
People
Uno Langmann
Founder
Recognized authority on European paintings and antiques with 58 years of experience. Past President of the Art Dealers Association of Canada and recipient of their Lifetime Achievement Award. Honored with a Doctor of Laws from the University of British Columbia.
Jeanette Langmann
Art Dealer & Appraiser
Second-generation art professional with 30+ years of experience. Past President of the Art Dealers Association of Canada and Chair of their Appraisals Committee. Expert on CBC's Canadian Antiques Roadshow with specialization in historical Canadian art.
Joanne Fink
Specialist
Graduate of Sotheby's Institute of Art with specialization in American fine and decorative arts. Former executive member of the South Granville Gallery Association with extensive experience in art evaluation and collection management.
Questions
What periods of art do you specialize in?
We specialize in European and North American paintings from the 18th, 19th, and early 20th centuries, along with period antiques and decorative arts.
Do you provide art appraisal services?
Yes, we offer complimentary initial assessments and formal written appraisals for insurance, donation, and resale purposes by certified professionals.
Can I sell my artwork through your gallery?
We offer discreet consignment options for selling artwork with competitive commission rates, providing an alternative to public auction houses.
What conservation services do you offer?
Our 50-year restoration department handles oil paintings, watercolors, antique furniture, and objets d'art with both in-house and specialist external services.
Are your specialists available for consultations?
Yes, we provide personalized consultations by appointment for evaluations, appraisals, and collection management advice at our Vancouver gallery.
