r/Antiques • u/keffir1 ✓ • Sep 25 '23
Started cleaning up my grandpa's antique store after he passed away Show and Tell
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u/ChimpoSensei ✓ Sep 25 '23
I love shops like this, you never know what you are going to find!
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u/MrDarcysDead ✓ Sep 25 '23
I really, really want to help OP clean the place up. That photo looks like Disneyland to me!!
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u/RogerClyneIsAGod2 ✓ Sep 25 '23
Same here!! DREAM JOB RIGHT THERE!!
I would gladly take any Halloween or Christmas items off your hands there.
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u/freckleskinny ✓ Sep 26 '23
I just have to say: O My! Looks like a lot of fun... for a long time... so jealous 💌
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u/PresentationNext6469 ✓ Sep 26 '23
One upon a time Disneyland had a very eclectic antique store. So much fun back then when people enjoyed less plastic and bought sugary items every 10 yards.
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u/keffir1 ✓ Sep 25 '23
when I started you couldn't even walk inside the stuff was pilled up to the door and all the lights were broken.
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u/bougiehippie ✓ Sep 25 '23
Wow, especially considering that was the case, it’s looking great! It love the organization and see some awesome finds.
And condolences to you and your family. You’re serving his memory well ❤️
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u/kvandeman ✓ Sep 25 '23
I’ve been cleaning out my parents house that they lived in for 50 years. They definitely erred on the side of caution and kept absolutely everything. It’s been overwhelming physically and emotionally. They had a lot, you have so much more. Yours does look much more interesting and therefore time consuming, lots of rabbit holes.
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u/NoFanksYou ✓ Sep 26 '23
I did that a couple years ago and it was awful for the most part. They kept so much pointless crap. It made me start cleaning up my stuff so my kids don’t have to deal with it
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u/RNDiva ✓ Sep 26 '23
Nothing like going through stacks and stack and stacks of papers and finding countless gas receipts from the ‘60’s. Been there and done that.
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u/Mtb_Bike ✓ Sep 27 '23
Watched my mom do this after my grandma passed away. Between the memories and the work, she was drained. Odd items too..finding old love letters from my grandpa, or the obituaries for my three uncles that passed before my grandma in an old notepad with “I love you more” scribed on the front ……
I asked her if I could help organize her house now, because there is no way I can handle that….i cry when mufasa dies in lion king…
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u/Karena1331 ✓ Sep 28 '23
My siblings and I made (and helped) my parents downsize from a 3000 sq ft home to a 1200 sq ft condo for precisely this reason. My Dad was an almost hoarder of all things woodworking and had a huge detached garage to empty as well. We are so happy that we had them do this now instead of us all dealing with it later. Sending good vibes your way!
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u/tabbathebutt ✓ Sep 25 '23
Your grandpas store looks like heaven. There is one lamp in particular that I’m dying over. Condolences for your loss, but I hope you’re enjoying the work in the store. ❤️
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u/omgmypony ✓ Sep 25 '23
Is it the one with the beaded shade?
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u/tabbathebutt ✓ Sep 25 '23
You know it!! I also love that clear acrylic floor lamp that’s missing a shade.
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u/dontmesswithtess1121 ✓ Sep 26 '23
It’s the clear chandelier for me. And the china. I’m also a sucker for antique glass in vases, decanters, candy dishes, etc 🩷
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u/tabbathebutt ✓ Sep 26 '23
Did you notice the stained glass window behind that pink lamp in the first pic? 😍 there’s also an awesome round mirror in the final photo. And several of those paintings look promising. It looks like a really wonderful store that you could walk through over and over again and find wonderful new treasures every pass through.
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u/Addicted-2Diving ✓ Sep 25 '23
There must have been many hidden freeware’s you came across as you created a path in I’d imagine. This is American pickers type stuff
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u/TyrantHal ✓ Sep 25 '23
I’ve seen some Antiques Roadshow type stuff!
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u/Addicted-2Diving ✓ Sep 25 '23
Very cool. I hope to come across a store like this that is open at some point. Could get lost in here for hours lol
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u/PresentationNext6469 ✓ Sep 26 '23
That’s a lot of care in handling a lot of items. Sorry for your loss and all in all he had amazing taste and knowledge of valued items. You could probably see to this forum here without much dread like on Offer Up. Peace and Love.
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u/Starshine_etc ✓ Sep 26 '23
I'm sorry for your loss.
My father passed away unexpectedly and owned a pawn shop. While similar, this looks like a much more intensive process than we had to go through in order to get rid of everything including contacting those with pawns/consignment. Best of luck. One day at a time, right?!
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u/keffir1 ✓ Sep 25 '23
my goal is to eventually start a company that rents antiques for movie sets, we used to do it back in the day. With a website where everything categorized by decades. Once everything is logged.
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u/UnprofessionalGhosts ✓ Sep 25 '23
I’m in NYC and there’s a place like that down the street from me, though they’ll sell to private buyers too. Got the exact same kitchen table they used in the movie Mermaids from them.
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u/Butterfly_Pea3 ✓ Sep 25 '23
That is amazing! If you don’t mind sharing, which store in NYC are you referring to? I’m in the market for some specific things 👀
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u/TheDuchessOfBacon ✓ Sep 25 '23
A lot of chandeliers and doorknob hardware came from my shop in the movie Amityville Horror movie. Then some Hollywood pickers bought lots of vintage rhinestone jewelry from me but they wouldn't tell me what movies they were for. I guess they weren't allowed to say because early production at the time. It's a cool feeling, though.
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u/ComfortableSort3304 ✓ Sep 25 '23
I’ve done IT work for a guy who owns a clothing boutique in NYC. He has warehouses full of clothes by decade and his clothing has been featured in movies such as American Gangster. He also collects a ton of other miscellaneous weird things but deals in a lot of vintage band t shirts too.
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u/InnocentTailor ✓ Sep 25 '23
That sounds so cool! Period pieces or even aesthetically aligned fiction (steampunk) would love to do business with you.
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u/Aviaja_Apache ✓ Sep 25 '23
Maybe start a website, or start putting things on eBay.. there’s always someone looking
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u/TyrantHal ✓ Sep 25 '23
Happy to hear you have an objective to focus on. Sorry for your loss. You honor his memory by putting his well curated collection to good use.
You have a great selection of 19th century farm equipment/tools! I can imagine a period piece of a farmhouse and barn coming to life with the early 20th century sewing machine, chandeliers, lamps, etc.
I wish you the best.
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u/Prestigious_Floor40 ✓ Sep 26 '23
A candy store to me!!! I’m so glad you are able to appreciate his collection. I see so many cool things. I had a brain injury 17 years ago. I love going stores like this! It helps unlock memories for me. All I need is a look and something comes back. You are so blessed❤️
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Sep 26 '23
If you do this, definitely create multiple social media accounts. You can get paid for views and that type of business is so interesting.
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u/TheToyGirl ✓ Nov 07 '24
If you do that,vthen you'll need to categorise into eras to start ,then have knowledge to date within 2 to 5 years and be able to find additional items. There are prop stores which have everything for certain age/era/class/scenario. They rarely rent odd items from one place and others from another.
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u/for2fly ✓ Sep 25 '23 edited May 05 '24
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u/keffir1 ✓ Sep 25 '23
Me and my mom are pretty much there everyday. Store has been closed for a while now so everybody in the neighborhood is curious about what is inside. My grandpa was a bit of a hoarder and kept everything so I keep finding bits of my childhood and unlocking some forgotten good memories.
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u/Ragingredblue ✓ Sep 25 '23
Me and my mom are pretty much there everyday. Store has been closed for a while now so everybody in the neighborhood is curious about what is inside. My grandpa was a bit of a hoarder and kept everything so I keep finding bits of my childhood and unlocking some forgotten good memories.
I'm glad you have so many good memories!
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u/TheToyGirl ✓ Nov 07 '24
Why not make a tiktok or YouTube channelbexploring the shop with stories? Make money that wat...everyone loves to explore and find new things with stories.
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u/WanderingLost33 ✓ Sep 25 '23 edited Oct 17 '23
Bit was about four exits back.
The difference between a hoarder and a collector is, quite obviously, taste.
Edit: I meant to imply that hoarding is the lower level and we hoarders weed our collections to show our taste when we physically run out of room. I don't think my humor landed well. Apologies if it came off... I don't even know, but apparently an /s or something was needed.
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u/EmeraldPrime ✓ Sep 25 '23
Oooo boy that’s gotta be tough. My condolences.
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u/keffir1 ✓ Sep 25 '23
My grandpa was a dad for me, it's fkn tough man. my dad killed himself when I was a baby my grandpa made the man I am today.
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u/777ravenwish ✓ Sep 25 '23
I'm so for your loss. Looks like he left you a ton of treasures. I'm sure he's happy watching you explore it all.
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u/EmeraldPrime ✓ Sep 26 '23
So happy to hear your grandpa was there for you❤️ which must make his passing incredibly difficult. I hope each time you do, or teach, the things he taught you that you smile and remember him. 💐
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u/buzzbot235 ✓ Sep 25 '23
Do you know anything about antiques prior to your grandpas passing, or are just trying to get everything in order before reopening the shop or selling it all as an estate/etc? Best of luck, either way that looks like a massive undertaking.
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u/keffir1 ✓ Sep 25 '23
my family has been in the business for a while I'm lucky to have all the contacts I need. This is the tip of the iceberg there is twice the amount in storage currently 😅
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u/Pscho_Meema0109 ✓ Sep 25 '23
Oh my. What a treasure trove. A big job for you but hopefully a new surprise around every corner. I love shops like this.
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Sep 25 '23
Wow! You have a great sense of style! It’s lovely. I’m glad you are carrying on. I could spend hours in here, just looking.
I’m sorry about your grandfather, but I’m glad that you had him in your life. Peace toyou and your mom.
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u/Umbr33on ✓ Sep 25 '23
Jesus. I’m literally losing my mind over so many things in this picture. Swoon
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u/UnprofessionalGhosts ✓ Sep 25 '23
Omg that glass floor lamp😍
Grandpa had good taste. Sorry for your loss🤍
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u/smokylimbs ✓ Sep 25 '23
I'd love to bring a big lunch and thermos of tea, lock the door, and poke around here for hours. This kind of shop makes my little heart happy.
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u/SpoilermakersWabash ✓ Sep 25 '23
I got dibs on that green lamp!
Is there an online shop? Or location please.
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u/Eirwynzure ✓ Sep 25 '23
Thank you for sharing this little piece of him with us, I hope you are doing okay! I'm sorry for your loss.
This place looks so beautiful.
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u/Stardust_Particle ✓ Sep 25 '23
Wow. What a treasure hunt! The photos looks like scenes for a jigsaw puzzle. I would love to spend hours looking at each piece and wondering about its history.
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u/hockeydudeswife ✓ Sep 25 '23
I’m so sorry. This must be so hard for you and your mom. He sounds like a very special man. I’m glad you are finding treasures from your childhood. How sweet that he hung on to your special things for you.
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u/refugefirstmate ✓✓ Mod Sep 25 '23
My sympathies, about both Grandpa's death and having to clean this out.
Just the idea of separating out the actual antiques makes my head hurt.
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u/Missthing303 ✓ Sep 25 '23
May his memory be a blessing. He must have been a very cool person because this is such a great store!!
If you’re around NYC I would totally shop there. I love that beaded lampshade!
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u/TwoAccomplished1446 ✓ Sep 25 '23
Going through the possessions of someone who loved each item and knew its story must be absolutely wrenching. I hope anything sold goes to someone who will love it as much as he did. Let that be part of his legacy.🙏🏾❤️
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u/cipher446 ✓ Sep 26 '23
So sorry to hear about your grandpa's passing. But OMG don't tease me with all of that beautiful stuff. The lamps. The globe!
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u/Hodaka ✓ Sep 26 '23
The 45's in the stack.
I can't see the artist, but let's start with the Meteor label.
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Sep 26 '23
This picture is so beautiful, I could imagine it being a puzzle. Every single item is gorgeous!
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u/dontmesswithtess1121 ✓ Sep 26 '23
That looks like utopia. I could hide in there with a book and be happy.
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u/Ok_Profile_2120 ✓ Sep 26 '23
I’ve seen like 15 things I’d want within 30 seconds of looking at this picture lol
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u/Beginning_Brick7845 ✓ Sep 25 '23
I finished a course on museum collections management recently. Please use the same standards for handling these objects as a museum would. Don’t touch anything without gloves. Support everything fully as you move it. Store everything securely where the weight of the object pulling on itself won’t damage it. Document everything. Don’t make any repairs to any object that can’t easily be undone without damage to the object. Research every piece, even if only with a quick Google search. These objects came into the collection for a reason. Try to figure out why. Locate and preserve any documentation relating to the objects that you can locate.
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u/GoodQueenMyth ✓ Sep 25 '23
OP wants to rent to movie sets. There will be zero white glove treatment there! 😂 There will be an expectation of a certain amount of L&D or damage that will make them additional money above the rent.
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u/Double_Reward230 ✓ Sep 25 '23
DAM!!!! Bet there is some treasure there!! Super jelly!! Need some help! :)
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u/TrifflinTesseract ✓ Sep 25 '23
There are websites that sell individual pieces of china to help people complete their set or replace broken pieces. You may want to see if they want to buy the china.
Sorry don’t remember the url.
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u/wetcardboardsmell ✓ Sep 25 '23
May he rest in piece, and I'm sorry for your loss. I hope the task at hand interests you more than feeling like a dusty burden. I see many great finds in these photos. I would have loved growing up with an antique store in my family.
What are your plans with it? Are you going to open it and continue to run it?
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u/Professional_Rise148 ✓ Sep 25 '23
If you find any coins or items marked 925, Sterling, or with a lion stamp, send them my way!
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u/Disastrous-Goal-2127 ✓ Sep 25 '23
I just love little stores like this. You never know what you will find. I always find the coolest books, paintings, vinyls, and trinkets. I'm definitely loving your grandpa's color vibes lol. Condolences on the loss of your Grandfather. But maybe you will find more of him in the things he collected, if that makes sense.
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u/sneakynautilus ✓ Sep 25 '23
Im sorry about your grandfather. I hope while venturing through all these treasures you feel connected and close to him. Thank you for sharing with us, these pictures look like the find-it games. I wonder what you’ll find!!
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u/Electrical-Stable498 ✓ Sep 25 '23
I’d love to spend money there! I see things I want to purchase …if decide to sell things please dm me.
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u/EmergencyFeeling1612 ✓ Sep 25 '23
This reminds me of an antique shop in Jersey I was at probably over a decade ago. I begged my dad for the 1970s blue typewriter they had. I still have it and I often think of my late father when I look at or use it.
I'm so sorry for your loss OP. I'm sure your grandpa is smiling down on you, grateful you are looking after something he tended to dearly. Much love to you and your family.
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u/JasonIsFishing ✓ Sep 25 '23
I am sorry for your family’s loss…..but please don’t let buyers take advantage of it. You and your family deserve what your grandpa’s collection is worth. Antique buyers prey on families after a death.
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u/DragonFlyCaller ✓ Sep 25 '23
I zoomed and “shopped” for too long! Found many items I would enjoy :)
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u/InitialMistake5732 ✓ Sep 25 '23
Sorry for your loss. And wishing you strength for what you have to do.
I have had to handle a few people’s estates. It is almost always physically or emotionally exhausting.
That’s why I’m getting rid of everything now.
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u/ChiweenieGenie ✓ Sep 26 '23
There's a sweet little book called "The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning" by Margareta Magnusson that talks about decluttering/cleaning out your belongings before your family must do it for you. It's surprisingly touching and interesting - your comment reminded me of it. 🙂
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u/InitialMistake5732 ✓ Sep 26 '23
Oh-that sounds interesting-I checked it out from my library -thanks
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u/Striking-Tangerine83 ✓ Oct 25 '23
There's a show now!! I haven't seen/read the book so I can't say how it compares, but I would describe it using the same adjectives you used to describe the book.
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u/PublicIllustrious ✓ Sep 26 '23
I’m sorry for your loss. It’s a beautiful shop. He had a good eye. So many lovely things. I would love to poke around in there- best types of shops when you never know what will turn up! Those trunks and cases on the top left I would absolutely buy.
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u/Pinkheadbaby ✓ Sep 26 '23
I’m sorry for your loss. There could be an Edison Phonograph in pic 1. It looks very similar to my 1919. It’s in the back under the basket of rolling pins.
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u/LoLoGlaze ✓ Sep 26 '23
You can feel the love in that photo! What a wonderful, bittersweet task you have ahead of you. I hope you cherish every moment doing so.
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u/OppositeOfKaren ✓ Sep 26 '23
I don't know where you're located, but if you're looking for some help, I would be an antique heaven giving you a hand!
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u/Kindofsortofnoreally ✓ Sep 26 '23
These pictures look like puzzles, the first one is actually beautiful in the color and composition.
Sorry for your loss, may you find personal treasures as your sort through everything and make some money on "other's treasures"
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u/Last_Reason692 ✓ Sep 26 '23
This looks exactly like the antique store in the last Toy Story film! Absolute heaven.
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u/rolyoh ✓ Sep 25 '23 edited Sep 25 '23
I'm so sorry you and your mom lost your grandpa. It's nice that you are there going through this respectfully and treating it right, honoring his memory and his life's work. So many people would just hire a dumpster crew these days.
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u/TheMidwestMarvel Dealer Sep 25 '23
OP, I suggest starting an online store and selling cheap to clear stuff quickly
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u/archersbow3 ✓ Sep 25 '23
My condolences for your huge loss. I can only imagine it almost seems like a double loss in your circumstance. But I am glad you are finding things that help you a little by going through everything. He had wonderful taste. This is the type of "hoarding" if it can be called that I can get behind. Such beautiful lighting and copper pieces. The cobalt glass and that draped art deco looking hanging mirror. Too many others to list actually! If you are selling any of it online please provide me with a link! I would love to check everything out! Hoping you continue to find little things to help in the following days and weeks.
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u/milesdaviswetpants ✓ Sep 25 '23
Sorry for your loss, if you’re in the north east, I may be interested in some of those frames…
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u/BopBopAWaY0 ✓ Sep 25 '23
You lucky duck! My grandparents had an antique store too. Grandpa use to auctioneer for estate sales. Ah, good times:)
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u/KUamy ✓ Apr 22 '24
I'm a long way date wise from responding when it may have mattered but I hope you were content with what you had hoped would make your loved one happy.
My mom will leave so much behind that matters to her. I just want to honor what she feels is important ✨😊✨
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u/MistressErinPaid ✓ May 03 '24
I want the stack of 45s in pic one, and the cameras and sewing machine in the second.
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u/leather671 ✓ Jul 01 '24
Ah the uranium glass,, or Vaseline glass. I’m curious anyone know why it’s called either of them? I’ve come across some beautiful green things, bowls, glass casters etc..
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u/iseedeff ✓ Sep 25 '23
keep what you want sell the rest. however get things vauled firsted. so you get the best bang for buck.
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u/icemelter4K ✓ Sep 25 '23
Mostly looks like decorative pseudo antiques made cheaply in the 50s to the 70s.
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u/Dwedge1 ✓ Sep 25 '23
I have an estate sale company that sells vintage and antiques items, furniture, and clothing. If your interested I can give you a free assessment of your items if you are looking to sell them. Most of my clients are in the tri-state area. Thanks
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u/Cindhope ✓ Sep 25 '23
Ahh, the suitcases, beautiful green brush & mirror set and milk can. LOVE ❤️ He had so many wonderful things. I'm so sorry for your loss.
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u/jazzhandsdancehands ✓ Sep 25 '23
I love going to antique stores! I love bottle collecting so I try get one form each store I visit! These places are full of stories and I wish items could talk!
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u/LooseinFl ✓ Sep 25 '23
Love the small Art Deco picture, first pic center just below the chandelier!
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u/scorpioinheels ✓ Sep 25 '23
I wish this didn’t look like my living room - or do I. Love love love shops like this!
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u/vmwnzella59 ✓ Sep 25 '23
I am sorry for your loss. It’ll be so much work, but oh the treasures you’re going to find. Where are you located?
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u/jmerrilee ✓ Sep 25 '23
I would start separating the real valuable things and listing it on ebay. There's money to be made there.
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u/misskatielou0202 ✓ Sep 25 '23
This looks like one of those hidden object games. I love it!
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u/According_Project_93 ✓ Sep 25 '23
WOW 🤩 he has some real treasures in his shop and I would love to browse his store ❤️
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u/Ottothedog ✓ Sep 25 '23
I’m sorry for your loss but that sounds like an amazing time. I hope you find unique things and share memories.
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u/SupaG16 ✓ Sep 25 '23
I’m sorry for your loss. His shop looks wonderful and I hope you find peace and connection during your time there.
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