Below we detail some of the specialist options available. Be sure to read the fine print before making a purchase and search out ‘FAQ’ or ‘About’ pages for information on shipping and other costs.
► 1stdibs – features a luxury selection of antique and modern furniture, jewellery, fashion and art from around 4000 dealers.
► 2Covet – founded last year by two dealers, connects buyers with a vetted selection of high-end dealers.
► Antiques Atlas – directory and online catalogue featuring around 55,000 antiques from UK dealers.
► Antiques.co.uk – hosting around 1300 antiques sellers, it also offers an online valuation service.
► BADA – features stock from members of the British Antiques Dealers’ Association.
► Decorative Collective – items from decorative and traditional dealers from the UK and Europe.
► Master Art – describes itself as “is the ultimate destination for passionate art lovers around the globe”.
► The Hoarde – sister site of Decorative Collective offering more affordable vintage pieces.
► LAPADA – features stock from members of the art and antique dealers’ association
► LoveAntiques.com – owned by International Antiques & Collectors Fairs, it features thousands of items.
► Selling Antiques – declares itself ‘the UK’s largest antiques site’, featuring businesses large and small.