Business Details
50 Years
experience
Trusted Antique Dealers in Baldwinsville, NY
James Wm. Lowery American Antiques has been dedicated to preserving and sharing American heritage through exceptional antiques since 1976. Our expertise spans 18th and 19th-century American furniture, accessories, textiles, and select 20th-century objects, all chosen for their aesthetic appeal, original structural integrity, and historical significance. We specialize in periods such as William and Mary, Queen Anne, Chippendale, Hepplewhite, Sheraton, Empire, and Moderne, ensuring each piece meets rigorous standards of authenticity. Our services include appraisals, consignments, brokerage, and personalized consultations, catering to collectors, decorators, museums, and fellow dealers.With over four decades of experience, we guarantee every item as represented, offering clients confidence in their acquisitions. Our gallery operates year-round by appointment, providing tailored assistance to refine collections or source unique additions. We prioritize client relationships, offering competitive appraisal rates, transparent consignment terms, and nationwide brokerage support. Our commitment to quality and service has established us as trusted stewards of American antiques, serving both seasoned collectors and newcomers to the field.
Services
Appraisals
Consignments
Brokerage/Sales
Consultations
Antique Sales
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We offer over 45 years of expertise in American antiques prior to 1840.
- Our inventory guarantees authentic pieces with original structural integrity.
- We provide personalized consultations for collection refinement and acquisitions.
- Our appraisal services use knowledge-based valuations for insurance or donations.
- We offer nationwide brokerage with transparent consignment terms and return policies.
Services
Appraisals
Professional appraisal services for insurance, charitable contributions, or personal interest. Our 25+ years of expertise establishes fair market value based on current replacement costs and market conditions. Fees charged at competitive hourly rates regardless of item value.
Consignments
Flexible consignment options for single items or entire collections. Services include photography, advertising, insurance, and internet exposure. No upfront fees - consignors only pay shipping costs for unsold items returned.
Brokerage/Sales
Agent services for locating, evaluating, and purchasing antiques from third parties. Assistance with private or auction acquisitions. Clients pay agreed percentage of purchase price plus acquisition-specific expenses.
Consultations
Personalized guidance for collection refinement and room completion. Services include identifying important furniture pieces or accessories that enhance existing collections through expert knowledge of period styles.
Antique Sales
Curated inventory of American antiques from 1700-1840 periods including William and Mary, Queen Anne, Chippendale, and Empire styles. Specializing in furniture, textiles, decorative arts, and 20th-century objects with original integrity.
People
James Wm. Lowery
Owner
James Wm. Lowery has specialized in American antiques since 1976, focusing on pre-1840 furniture and decorative arts. His expertise in period styles and authentication ensures clients receive historically significant pieces with original integrity.
Joanne Lowery
Partner
Joanne Lowery collaborates with clients to refine antique collections and complete room designs. With decades of experience, she provides personalized service and market insights for both beginning and advanced collectors.
Questions
What periods of American antiques do you specialize in?
We specialize in American antiques from 1700-1840 including William and Mary, Queen Anne, Chippendale, Hepplewhite, Sheraton, Empire, and Classical Moderne periods.
Do you offer appraisal services?
Yes, we provide professional appraisal services for insurance, charitable contributions, or personal interest using knowledge-based valuations established over 25+ years.
How does your consignment program work?
Our consignment program includes photography, advertising, insurance, and internet exposure. No upfront fees - you only pay shipping costs if items remain unsold.
Can you help locate specific antique pieces?
Yes, we act as agents to locate, evaluate, and purchase antiques from third parties or auctions. Clients pay an agreed percentage plus acquisition expenses.
Are your antiques guaranteed authentic?
Every item we sell is guaranteed authentic with original structural integrity and properly represented according to its historical period and craftsmanship.