Antiquish Home Decor

Antiquish Home Decor Specializing in vintage and antique home decor and furniture.

You know what never goes out of style? Good bones and great stories.Decor trends come and go—some lovely, some questiona...
07/29/2025

You know what never goes out of style? Good bones and great stories.

Decor trends come and go—some lovely, some questionable (looking at you, inflatable furniture of the early 2000s). But a piece like this? It holds history in its grain.

This French Empire-style chest dates to the mid-1800s, with a rich mahogany veneer, gleaming gilt bronze pulls, and a solid fossil marble top that’s seen more candlelight than LED. 🕯️ It once stored linen in a 19th-century French home… now it’s ready to ground a hallway or glam up a bedroom in yours.

She’s not perfect—there are scuffs, scratches, and a little wear around the edges—but that’s what makes her a real one. A piece with soul. A piece you don’t just decorate with—you live with.

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🛍️ Shop at antiquishhomedecor.com

Would you style it under a mirror like this, or let her shine solo?

I wore glasses from kindergarten through my twenties. Thick, oversized, always slipping down my nose — the whole deal. T...
06/05/2025

I wore glasses from kindergarten through my twenties. Thick, oversized, always slipping down my nose — the whole deal. Then I had LASIK over 7 years ago, and now I see 20/20… but I still keep a magnifying glass within reach.

Not just for reading — although I do use it to spot tiny maker’s marks and faded inscriptions on old furniture pieces — but because it feels like part of the process. Part tool, part ritual, part decor. There’s just something about having beautiful objects nearby that make even the practical feel poetic.

This one’s a personal favorite: a vintage-style magnifying glass with a carved faux horn handle and silver-toned detailing, styled after the kinds of scholarly tools you’d find in a 19th-century gentleman’s library… or maybe a well-traveled botanist’s satchel. It gives cozy mystery, old-world study, quiet luxury — and looks just as good styled on a stack of books as it does in your hand.

Because sometimes it’s not about what you need… it’s about what makes your space feel storied.

You can find it (and a few more little curiosities like it) at antiquishhomedecor.com 🕵️‍♀️📚✨

Link to buy: https://antiquishhomedecor.com/products/decorative-faux-horn-magnifying-glass-vintage-inspired

Some pieces are more than furniture — they’re quiet storytellers.And this French-style bombe chest? She’s fluent in roma...
06/02/2025

Some pieces are more than furniture — they’re quiet storytellers.
And this French-style bombe chest? She’s fluent in romance.

Crafted in rich walnut and wrapped in figured burlwood veneer, her shape curves like a ribbon — elegant, feminine, and bold without saying a word. The ormolu brass hardware is intricate, aged just enough to whisper that she’s lived a little. And the dovetail joinery in the three drawers proves she was built to last, not just to look pretty.

You could place her anywhere — in a grand hallway under a mirror, beside a bed stacked with novels, or tucked into a sitting room where her details catch the light and invite a closer look.

Wherever she goes, she won’t just match the space — she’ll anchor it.

Available now at AntiquishHomeDecor.com

You’ve seen it. Your grandma owned it.But do you really know the story behind Blue Willow? 🕊️💙We’re talking fake folklor...
05/30/2025

You’ve seen it. Your grandma owned it.
But do you really know the story behind Blue Willow? 🕊️💙

We’re talking fake folklore, forbidden love, and one of the smartest marketing moves in decorative arts history. The Blue Willow pattern didn’t just show up—it slayed.

On the blog, we’re diving deep into how a made-up love story helped this blue-and-white beauty become the Beyoncé of china patterns (yes, we said it).

✨ The Antiquish Aesthetic is where we unpack the romance, the research, and all things vintage with soul.

Read it now: https://antiquishhomedecor.com/blogs/the-antiquish-aesthetic/how-a-made-up-love-story-sold-millions-of-blue-willow-plates

Y’all… it physically pains me to have a fake plant here. I’m a gardener through and through, but my current workspace ju...
05/27/2025

Y’all… it physically pains me to have a fake plant here. I’m a gardener through and through, but my current workspace just doesn’t allow for real plants—and honestly, who wants to haul a real birds of paradise back and forth every day? 😑 🌱 So yes, it’s fake. Please don’t judge me too hard.

Speaking of plants—this vintage piano stool would make such a good plant stand. Way more interesting than the usual suspects. And if you ever have a crowd over, you can actually use it as a seat. I promise, people will be fighting to sit on it. It also works beautifully at a desk or vanity, since the seat raises and lowers.

Also, can we talk about those feet?

Anyway—just popping in to say I hope you’re enjoying the new staging. I’ve been having so much fun creating lately. Today I’m packing orders and sneakily updating the website, so if there’s something you’ve been eyeing… it might just be live now.

Check it out:
https://antiquishhomedecor.com/products/vintage-oak-claw-ball-piano-stool

Lately, Antiquish has been experimenting.Different staging, new backdrops, changing the mood—trying things on to see wha...
05/24/2025

Lately, Antiquish has been experimenting.
Different staging, new backdrops, changing the mood—trying things on to see what really fits the shop’s personality.

Because finding your style isn’t a straight line. It’s trial and error. It’s mixing things you love, realizing some of them clash, and slowly learning what you want to live with every day. It’s the same for homes and for shops.

This Eastlake-style cabinet has been a part of that process.
Hand-carved from solid pine, with the kind of warm grain and floral detail that feels quietly special. It looks right at home in a soft, cozy corner and in a more collected, traditional space. The kind of piece that evolves with you, no matter how your taste shifts.

Whether you’re still experimenting or finally leaning into the look you love, this is the type of antique you’ll keep bringing with you.

What stage are you in—still playing, or starting to commit?

Tomorrow will be our very last day physically open at Antiquish.We’ll be spending the next 30 days packing up, patching ...
04/26/2025

Tomorrow will be our very last day physically open at Antiquish.
We’ll be spending the next 30 days packing up, patching holes, painting walls — closing this chapter with love.

Everything in-store will be 50% off (items not included are marked).
We’ll be open from 12 PM to 4 PM — if you’ve been eyeing something, tomorrow’s the day!
Please stop by to shop, say hi, and if anyone would like to help us pack up over the next few weeks, we’d be so grateful.

Thank you for making this season so special.

This is our last open weekend at our Port Norfolk storefront. 💔 😭 It’s a bittersweet feeling. This little shop has been ...
04/25/2025

This is our last open weekend at our Port Norfolk storefront. 💔 😭

It’s a bittersweet feeling. This little shop has been filled with so much heart, history, and beauty—and we’re incredibly grateful for the love and support you’ve shown us.

Thank you for welcoming us into this community and letting us be a part of something so special. We’re not disappearing—just shifting gears. You can still shop online at AntiquishHomeDecor.com and catch us at local pop-up markets.

We’ll be using the next 30 days to transition out, but this is it—the last chance to visit us in person.

April 25 – 15% off
April 26 – 25% off
April 27 – 50% off

Don’t wait until Sunday—items you’ve had your eye on might be gone.

Thank you, Port Norfolk. We love you more than you know!

04/21/2025

**MARK YOUR CALENDARS!**
We’re having a huge 3-day sale at Antiquish Home Décor — and the discounts get better each day!

**APRIL 25–27**
📍 357 Broad Street, Portsmouth, VA

• **Friday, April 25:** 15% off
• **Saturday, April 26:** 25% off
• **Sunday, April 27:** 50% off

Furniture, vintage finds, home décor, and more — first come, first served. Grab your favorites before they’re gone!

Instant ambiance, darling. This elegant pair of Stonegate Designs urn lamps brings warmth and charm to any space—think e...
04/19/2025

Instant ambiance, darling. This elegant pair of Stonegate Designs urn lamps brings warmth and charm to any space—think entryway drama, flanking a statement mirror, or glowing softly atop your favorite antique chest. The koi handles and pleated clover shades are pure vintage magic.

Available for local pickup or shop online at AntiquishHomeDecor.com.

Address

357 Broad Street
Portsmouth, VA
23707

Opening Hours

Thursday 12pm - 5pm
Friday 12pm - 5pm
Saturday 12pm - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

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+17573544694

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