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3. Meet the French Royals Style: Philippe d'Orléans

Did you know that Philippe d'Orléans purchased the world’s largest known diamond, a 141 carat cushion brilliant, now known as Le Régent?

1. Meet the French Royal Style: Louis XIII

Louis XIII climbed the throne at the age of only 8 years old. He was the first king to wear a wig, solely inspiring the trend of male wig wearers.

The Resurgence of Antiques - Why buy antiques now?

In a world dominated by mass-produced furnishings and contemporary design trends, the allure of antiques is experiencing a renaissance, offering individuality and a touch of history in interiors.

Antiques with Studio Maria Elena: A Podcast Journey

Studio Maria Elena recently visited us to talk about antiques. In her podcast (in Dutch!) available on Spotify, we discuss why furniture with a history holds timeless appeal.

Why do we love Biot Bubble glasses?

Amidst cobblestone streets and historical charm lies a captivating gem – La Verrerie de Biot, a haven for glass enthusiasts!

Everyone Is Buying Mirrors — But Why?

We find it quite fascinating that the sales of antique mirrors during these last years is going through the roof. So indeed! What is going on!? Not only the Ultrafragola mirror is much sought after.  

Discovering the World of Wildschut Antiques

We are Michiel and Baukje, the dynamic duo behind our store, Wildschut Antiques, an Amsterdam-based boutique antique shop and interior studio where antique charm meets modern trends.