Business Details
47 Years
experience
Your Premier Antique Clock & Fine Art Destination in Solvang
Established in 1979, Renaissance Antiques has grown from a modest clock repair shop into California's premier antique gallery, offering an unparalleled collection of antiques, collectibles, and fine arts. Our journey began in Los Angeles in 1973 with a passion for antique clocks, evolving into a full-scale business after relocating to Solvang in 1977. Over four decades, we've expanded to occupy 20,000 square feet across four locations, specializing in antique clocks, watches, musical pieces, furniture, and fine arts with the largest restoration facility in the U.S. Our expertise extends to architectural antiques, decorative arts, and estate jewelry, serving collectors and enthusiasts globally. We pioneered high-profile retail in Solvang by introducing world-class merchandise to a market previously dominated by inexpensive goods. Our team combines deep historical knowledge with technical proficiency, offering complimentary consultations for buying or selling antiques.Customer satisfaction remains our priority, evidenced by decades-long client relationships and testimonials praising our professionalism, authenticity, and exceptional service. We maintain strong community ties while serving clients nationwide and internationally, with a reputation built on honesty, quality, and dedication to preserving historical artifacts. Our inventory includes rare items like 14th-century clocks, mechanical antiques, and museum-quality decorative arts, all meticulously restored to maintain their original condition. We invite visitors to experience our collection firsthand in Solvang, where our knowledgeable staff provides personalized guidance through our extensive offerings.
Services
Antique Clocks
Vintage Watches
Fine Furniture
Estate Jewelry
Asian Antiques
Antique Lighting
Decorative Arts
Mechanical Antiques
Musical Antiques
Rug Sales
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of expertise in antique restoration and sales
- Our U.S.-largest restoration facility handles complex mechanical antiques
- We pioneered high-profile antique retail in Solvang's marketplace
- Our team provides complimentary consultations with deep historical knowledge
- We maintain decades-long client relationships through transparent dealings
What people say
Knowledgeable staff
Beautiful antiques
Excellent restoration
Complimentary consultations
Museum-quality items
Services
Antique Clocks
We specialize in antique clocks ranging from animated and musical designs to skeleton and mystery clocks. Our collection includes rare 14th-century pieces and modern restorations. Each item undergoes meticulous evaluation to ensure historical accuracy and mechanical functionality.
Vintage Watches
Our vintage watch inventory features pocket and wristwatches from renowned manufacturers. We offer expert repair services using period-appropriate techniques while maintaining original craftsmanship standards. Each piece comes with detailed provenance documentation.
Fine Furniture
We curate European and American antique furniture including hand-carved walnut sideboards, French Empire desks, and Italian monumental tables. Each item receives structural assessment and conservation treatment to preserve original finishes and materials.
Estate Jewelry
Our estate jewelry collection features authenticated pieces spanning multiple eras. We provide appraisal services and restoration for damaged items while maintaining original gemstone settings and metal integrity.
Mechanical Antiques
Specializing in mechanical music boxes, phonographs, and kinetic sculptures, we restore complex mechanisms using traditional methods. Our expertise includes barrel organs, disc music systems, and intricate automata from the 18th-20th centuries.
People
Ron Palladino
Co-Owner & Founder
Co-founded Renaissance Antiques in 1979 after starting with clock repairs in 1973. Recognized for transforming Solvang's retail landscape through architectural innovations and introducing high-quality antiques to the region.
Julie Palladino
Co-Owner & Founder
Partnered with Ron to build the business from a garage operation to a 20,000 sq ft enterprise. Instrumental in expanding the inventory to include diverse antiques while maintaining strict quality standards.
Questions
What types of antiques do you specialize in?
We focus on clocks, watches, mechanical music boxes, fine furniture, estate jewelry, and decorative arts from the 14th-20th centuries.
Do you offer restoration services?
Yes, we operate the largest antique clock and watch restoration facility in the U.S., using traditional methods and materials.
Can I sell antiques to your store?
We accept consignments and purchases after expert evaluation. Contact us for complimentary appraisal services.
Are items guaranteed authentic?
All pieces undergo rigorous authentication. We provide detailed provenance documentation for every purchase.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes, we offer secure international shipping with professional packing for safe delivery of fragile items.
Can I visit your showroom?
Our Solvang gallery is open for in-person visits. Explore our collection of 20,000+ antiques across multiple display areas.