Antique store Prague with Bohemian glass

At Antique store Prague we will take you through the history of any piece that is at our store. So going back home, you will bring not only decoration or piece of art but also a small piece of history.

Due to the fragility of glass, antique glass is extremely valuable. That is the reason why the oldest objects are from end of 19th century, it is possible to find even older one but usually just in museums. Majority of our items is therefore from 20th century (before the War, art deco items as well as valuable vintage pieces).

But first as a visitor you might be wondering how to recognize a good Antique store in Prague and if it is worth it.

Art Nouveau vase with flower. Moser. Antique Store Prague

Antique store Prague

With Antique store in Prague, it is very similar as with lot of other things. And simple common sense should save you from lot of troubles or disappointment.

If you are already in Prague, take your time and really go to the antique store itself. Do not just order via internet unless necessary. (Even already the fact that the store is not just an e-shop is already a good sign. If you are worry about the fact if glass is really antique, you might read this article.)

Does your chosen antique store Prague have multiple samples of the same item? Then, I am sorry to tell you that highly probable, these items are not antique. Which might be ok if it is more than clear to you that items offered within a particular section are just replicas.

How can antique stores in Prague even exist? Isn´t everything already sold? Yes and no, there are still lot of people who discovers a small treasure that their grandparents left for them. And also, it is standard to also sell high quality vintage items.

And where to find them? You might check the Trip Advisor or simply a google maps.

Our specialization – antique glass

Our Antique store Prague is specialized in glass; therefore you can find not only great selection. But also a glass specialist who will be happy to tell you about history of each item or advise you with the choice.

We offer a great selection of art nouveau and art deco glass, Moser or Palda glasswork.

As said above the oldest glass is from end of 19th century and there are only few of them. Luckily, at Antique store Prague we don’t need to have to rely only on glass that is over 100 years old. (Check out the history of Boheamian glass here.)

As glassmaking began to thrive again relatively soon even under the perimeter of communism. Today we can come across high-quality retro/vintage glass decorations, glasses, vases, ashtrays, etc.

Which also means that visit of our Antique Store doesn’t need to cost you an arm and leg. You might find a piece which more suitable for you wallet.

antique glass - vintage fish

We can owe this mainly to Expo 1958. Where the desire to shine and dazzle the western world caused support to the glassmakers. After the success at the expo, Bohemian glass returned to the limelight and Czech Republic started to export it. Therefore, today it is possible to find high-quality vintage decorations, cut glasses or ashtrays from this period.

Worried that the glass will break?

Even that the glass is fragile and it was difficult for it to stayed untouched during the war. At the same time, you don’t need to worry that any manipulation will break it.

We will pack it for you properly and if needed even organized the shipping to your country.