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Feb. 17, 2009 - PRLog -- http://www.homedesignla.com/portfolios.php?id=396

The Connoisseur Collection of Fine Antiques has grown into one of the most comprehensive collections of outstanding 18th and 19th century European antique furniture, chandeliers, mirrors and decorative accessories available in the United States.

Trade Services

Often the greatest difficulty in acquiring antiques is where to find them especially when you have limited time or an immediate need. Connoisseur Antiques brings Europe to your doorstep. We do the searching and leave the most important part to you, "the selection"

Connoisseur's collection encompasses an extremely broad range of individually selected antiques. Our constant travels throughout Europe allow us to provide the finest period antiques presented in three showrooms as well as a substantial selection of more than 2,000 pieces online.

When visiting our showrooms, our knowledgeable staff will assist in every way possible to fulfill your antique needs. After your purchase is made, we will follow through with assistance for delivery, packing and shipping. Buying antiques from Connoisseur assures you of the highest standard of quality and service. We have been satisfying trade needs for nearly four decades.

About Connoisseur

Connoisseur Antiques was founded by Jeffrey and Karen Klawans in 1970. Their passion for collecting beautiful antiques has culminated into what is today one of the largest collections of fine 18th and 19th century French, Italian, English and Continental Antiques. This vast collection includes fine period furniture, chandeliers, mirrors, decorative accessories, garden and architectural pieces. They operate three showrooms: Melrose Place (located at 8468 Melrose Place), The Connoisseur Annex (located directly behind their Melrose Place showroom) and their newest 6,000 square foot showroom located at 941 North La Cienega Boulevard (three blocks north of Melrose Place).

The Connoisseur Collection of Fine Antiques® was built around outstanding quality pieces individually selected from throughout Europe's finest homes, chateaux and private collections as well as resources developed for nearly four decades. Each showroom is extremely diverse presenting exceptional selections from magnificent 18th century chateau furniture to elegant and sophisticated pieces individually selected for their beauty, quality and originality. Of particular note are many one-of-a-kind pieces be it a period Russian formal salon set or a richly carved Lyonnais commode. To compliment their antique furniture is an outstanding selection of hand-picked decorative accessories including bronzes, terra cottas, porcelains, crystal, clocks and Objects d'Art.

Connoisseur has always been known for its' extraordinary array of antique chandeliers, sconces and table lighting including lamps, girandoles and candelabrums. With one of the largest collections in the United States, each showroom is filled with an unparalleled selection including baccarat, St.Louis, boheme and rock crystal examples. One will also find many pairs of chandeliers. There are over 500 chandeliers to choose from of every size, type and style from France, Italy and Scandinavia. Each chandelier is in impeccable condition. Their in-house staff of over 25 years, prepares every chandelier which includes custom electrification, chain and ceiling canopies.

Their website features a large selection from their entire collection with new acquisitions added regularly. Their goal is to provide you with the finest selection, quality and service. Please enjoy Connoisseur's extensive collection on their website and they look forward to your visit to any of their three showrooms. If you desire a private appointment during or after their normal business hours or on weekends, they will gladly accommodate your schedule.

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