Business Details
34 Years
experience
Your Source for Unique Antiques & Vintage Finds in Richmond
Founded in 1992, Sheppard Street Antiques has grown from a modest antique mall booth to a regionally recognized destination for vintage and antique treasures. Our expertise lies in curating unique home and garden furnishings, blending classic heritage with modern aesthetics. With over two decades of experience, we specialize in sourcing rare finds and offering expert guidance to help clients discover pieces that tell stories.Our team of seasoned professionals brings specialized knowledge in vintage restoration and interior curation, serving both individual collectors and hospitality clients. Located in Richmond's historic Scotts Addition, we maintain a commitment to quality and authenticity while embracing evolving design trends.
Services
Antique Sales
Vintage Home Decor
Garden Furnishings
Curated Vintage Finds
Local Pickups
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- 24 years specializing in curated vintage home and garden furnishings
- Expert restoration of antique pieces maintains historical authenticity
- Team with decades of combined experience in antique curation
- Specialized knowledge in French vintage and decorative arts
- Local pickup services for large or delicate antique items
What people say
Impeccable style
Unique items
Amazing staff
Expertly restored pieces
Local pick-ups
Services
Antique Sales
Offering carefully curated antique furnishings and decor for home and garden. Our inventory includes rare architectural elements, decorative arts, and period-specific pieces. Each item undergoes thorough authentication and condition assessment before being offered for sale.
Vintage Restoration
Specialized restoration services maintaining historical integrity while ensuring functionality. Our experts handle wood refinishing, metalwork repair, and surface conservation using traditional techniques. We preserve patina and original finishes whenever possible.
Interior Curation
Personalized curation services for residential and commercial spaces. We help clients integrate antique pieces with modern decor through strategic placement and styling. Our team provides historical context and provenance research for significant acquisitions.
Garden Antiques
Extensive selection of vintage garden elements including statuary, fountains, ironwork, and stone features. We offer weather-resistant pieces suitable for both decorative and functional outdoor spaces. Each item is evaluated for structural integrity and durability.
Local Pickups
Specialized transportation for large or fragile antique items within the Richmond area. Our team handles careful packing, loading, and transport using appropriate equipment. We provide white-glove service for high-value or delicate pieces.
People
Sara Garza
Proprietress
Founder with 24 years of experience in antique curation. Started in Carytown before establishing the current Scotts Addition location. Specializes in vintage garden furnishings and architectural elements.
Amanda
Merchandising Specialist
18-year veteran in vintage staging and display techniques. Expert in creating cohesive visual presentations for both retail and client spaces. Focuses on maximizing aesthetic impact through strategic placement.
Elisabeth
Vintage Specialist
Five-year team member with particular expertise in French vintage decor. Skilled in identifying period-specific details and authentic craftsmanship markers. Assists clients in finding statement pieces for interior spaces.
Mitchell
Garden Antiques Expert
Five-year team member specializing in vintage garden furnishings. Combines horticultural knowledge with antique expertise to recommend durable, historically appropriate outdoor pieces. Handles restoration of garden-specific items.
Butch
Operations Manager
Ten-year veteran handling antique installation, repair, and transportation. Expert in safely managing large or fragile items. Oversees inventory organization and display maintenance in the retail space.
Questions
What types of antique items do you specialize in?
We focus on home and garden furnishings from the 19th and early 20th centuries, including architectural elements, decorative arts, and period-specific decor with particular emphasis on garden antiques.
Do you offer antique restoration services?
Yes, our team provides restoration services that maintain historical integrity while ensuring functionality, specializing in wood refinishing, metalwork repair, and surface conservation using traditional techniques.
Where is your store located?
We're located in Richmond's historic Scotts Addition neighborhood at 312 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard, just a mile from our original Sheppard Street location established in 1992.
Can you help with large antique item transportation?
We offer local pickup services for large or fragile items within Richmond, using appropriate equipment and white-glove handling for high-value pieces.
How do you authenticate antique pieces?
Our team evaluates provenance documentation, construction techniques, and material composition. We examine maker's marks, patina development, and period-specific design elements to verify authenticity.