Galleria Esposito Antiquario

Galleria Esposito Antiquario Storico negozio d'antiquariato a Firenze a due passi da Palazzo Pitti, nella suggestiva galleria Esp

21/03/2026

I’ve just chased 300 years of history across Italy. And I brought the best of it back to Florence.
They say Italy is a museum, but for me, it’s a giant, beautiful playground of heritage. I’ve spent the last few weeks on a ‘Grand Tour’ —from the electric energy of Parma’s world-class markets and the dust-filled magic of private Northern warehouses to the soulful, vibrant heart of Napoli.

It’s been a whirlwind of secret collections, long lunches with old friends who hold the best private archives in the country, and that incomparable rush of finding a piece that truly takes your breath away.

Being a 3rd generation curator means the best doors are always open. I’ve loved every second of stepping through them to find the ‘impossible’ for your projects. 🗝️

I’ve been ‘out of office,’ but definitely not ‘out of inspiration.’ Think of it as a 3,000 km love letter to Italian heritage, delivered straight to my Florence shop.
This latest sourcing marathon was about more than inventory—it’s a collection of stories gathered from North to South, hand-selected with eyes that have seen a lifetime of beauty.

Which vibe is calling your next project? The refined elegance of the North or the bold soul of the South?
Let’s chat in the DMs—I’d love to show you the ‘raw’ finds before they even hit the floor! 👇

When a client writes: “Exactly what we were looking for” means the filtration worked. In my world, the word “sourcing” i...
26/02/2026

When a client writes: “Exactly what we were looking for” means the filtration worked.
In my world, the word “sourcing” is often misused.

Buying what is available is not sourcing.

Private sourcing begins before the fair opens, before the doors unlock, before the first object is seen.

It starts with proportion, context, architectural intention and long-term value.

By the time a selection is presented,
the filtration has already happened.

Mercante in Fiera, Parma is one moment in the calendar.

Structured European sourcing, however, is a year-round commitment.

Commission-based projects only.
Discussed discreetly.

In late 17th-century Naples, furniture was not conceived as decoration — but as theatre.This extraordinary Louis XIV sof...
22/02/2026

In late 17th-century Naples, furniture was not conceived as decoration — but as theatre.

This extraordinary Louis XIV sofa embodies the confidence of southern Baroque craftsmanship at its height. The ivory lacquered frame is enriched with parcel gilding executed in the refined Neapolitan “mecca” technique to achieve a warmer, deeper luminosity than standard gilding.

The sinuous silhouette, triple-back articulation and sculpted cabriole legs reflect the architectural discipline of the period, while the carved scroll armrests — centred by radiant rosettes — demonstrate the virtuosity of master woodcarvers working for a sophisticated aristocratic clientele.

Original patina.
Exceptional structural integrity.
Minor age-related lacquer craquelure consistent with authenticity.

Width 222 cm | Height 96 cm | Depth 46 cm | Seat height 46 cm.

Suitable for grand entrances, formal salons, curated hospitality spaces or private collections seeking weight and historical authority.

Available through private enquiry.

For project placement or acquisition details, send a direct message with your brief.

20/02/2026

Sourcing at Europe’s largest antiques marketplace requires structure.

Scale alone does not guarantee quality acquisition.

I provide direct dealer access, negotiation management, condition review and coordinated international shipping.

Limited March availability.

Enquire via direct message with your project brief.

15/02/2026

Mercanteinfiera is an exciting maze—but your sourcing process should be effortless.
Drawing on three generations of industry relationships, I secure the finest pieces at true trade prices for my clients.
I provide interior designers with streamlined and enjoyable navigation through the fair!
Working with me includes:
— Direct trade access (no private buyers markups)
– A bespoke route built strictly around your project brief.
— Complete oversight of international logistics: packing and shipping

From the aisle to the final installation, I handle the complexity so you can focus on the vision.
I am currently finalizing my schedule for the March edition in Parma. 3 private sourcing slots are now available.
🚀 To Apply for a slot
→ Submit your brief via the link in bio (2 minutes).
→ Or DM “PARMA” for details.

10/02/2026

POV: You have a 3rd generation insider sourcing with you at Mercante in Fiera.
The secret to a timeless project? Access.
For an interior designer, sourcing in Parma should be a strategic advantage, not a logistical burden. I’ve spent three generations building the relationships that turn a 45,000sqm fair into a precise, professional resource for your studio.
What I offer for the upcoming March season:
• Trade-Level Access: Bypass private markups through my family network.
• Project-Led Sourcing: A filtered itinerary based strictly on your brief.
• Full Logistics: Door-to-door white-glove shipping (Sea or Air).
Stop hunting. Start curating.
→ Submit your brief via the link in bio (2 minutes) Or DM “Parma” for access.

09/02/2026

Timeless design isn’t created, it’s curated. It’s the quiet art of choosing pieces that have already stood the test of time, and allowing them to live again inside contemporary spaces: Chinoiserie, dark walnut, Murano glass.
Contrast is what makes heritage feel contemporary.

This moodboard was inspired by a Florentine palazzo project, where heritage is layered for continuity.

Because antiques are never just decorative.
They are decisions — of proportion, provenance, and responsibility.

That is exactly why I created
→ Heritage Fit™:
a private 60-minute session for interior designers who want to approach antique sourcing with greater clarity and confidence.

A space to refine your strategy, assess a current project, and strengthen the framework behind every heritage choice.

→ * If you’re currently working on a space that demands more than just furniture, let’s refine its narrative., the access form is available via the link in bio.

Historic details elevating contemporary design. Laurel leaves, carved in deep relief, once adorned Tuscan Empire salons....
08/02/2026

Historic details elevating contemporary design. Laurel leaves, carved in deep relief, once adorned Tuscan Empire salons. Each fold and shadow reveals the precision of skilled craftsmanship, a silent witness to centuries of artistry.
Early 19th-century Tuscan frame, bold and layered in high relief, gilded with gold leaf.

The antique patina enhances sculptural depth and luminous texture, reflecting the mastery of Empire-period artisans.

Versatile in scale and detail, it can frame paintings, mirrors, or serves as a sculptural architectural element. Its gilding and proportions translate historical grandeur into modern interiors, creating tactile, luminous presence.

→ Condition Report and Inquiries handled privately via DM
Save if you curate layered interiors.

If you’re an interior designer, you’ve felt this. Heritage draws you in through beauty.It’s an instinct worth trusting —...
02/02/2026

If you’re an interior designer, you’ve felt this. Heritage draws you in through beauty.
It’s an instinct worth trusting — but it’s only the surface.

What doesn’t show in the moodboard emerges later:
during approvals
shipping
installation
client revisions.

This is why heritage is never just aesthetic.
It’s structural.

Scale shifts.
Logistics become fragile.
Timelines tighten.
Explanations begin.

It affects proportions, circulation, logistics, timelines, budgets —
and your professional responsibility.

After three generations working with antiques, this is what I know:
when heritage is introduced without a framework,
it doesn’t fail —
it transfers risk to the project.

That’s why, before any sourcing happens,
I assess whether heritage truly belongs —
and how it should be integrated.

That assessment has a name.
Heritage Fit™

Not for inspiration.
For projects where responsibility is real.

If heritage is part of your work, this is where it begins.
→ DM HERITAGE or discover the service via link in bio

02/02/2026

The antique world is often imagined as refined rooms & beautiful objects. What you don’t see is everything behind it.

You don’t see the early mornings, long drives, cold fairs, dusty warehouses, hours of research, negotiations, failed leads, logistics, people lifting, packing, restoring, dealing, solving.

Decisions, Risks and Responsibilities made long before the object ever reaches the shop’s floor.
This work is invisible.
But it’s exactly what protects the final result.

⭢ Save this if you know the real work is never the glamorous part.

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Via Maggio 82 R
Florence
50125

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