Vienna is full of antique shops featuring works by well-known artists and local craftsmen. Most of these shops specialize in crystal and porcelain, handmade creations, ceramics and jewelry. Be sure to visit some of the following antique and craft shops to find a one-of-a-kind treasure to add to your collection.
1) Frey Wille
Frey Wille is a jewelry shop where the love for art and culture are expressed in each beautiful and exclusive piece. Each item offered here is a unique and special piece of art. The master jewelers here use historical art motifs, Greco-Roman flourishes, and famous artists as inspiration for their special collections.
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2) Indian Dreams
Indian Dreams is located along the Freyung Passage and specializes in North American Indian jewelry. The items sold here are rich in turquoise and silver. You will also find authentic dream catchers, Indian figures, and Native American pictures in this unique shop.
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3) Kunstmarkt Spittelberg
Kunstmarkt Spittelberg is an 18th century building that houses small shops filled with antiques. Common pieces include handmade silver and leather goods, dolls, and old, beautifully decorated electric light bulbs. You are sure to find here something unusual and special for yourself or a friend!
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4) J & L Lobmeyer
J & L Lobmeyer, one of the oldest shops in Vienna, offers exquisite crystal and porcelain. The building houses a museum on the third floor that is dedicated solely to crystal and porcelain goods. You will find some of their superbly crafted chandeliers hanging in numerous European and Arabian palaces, the Kremlin, and the New York Metropolitan Opera.
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5) Petit Point
The Petit point stitch is used in canvas embroidery and needle art, which can be found in this small shop in the center of the city. It exclusively sells first-class, high quality Petit point products, which are of great value and are more than just a souvenir.
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6) Oesterreichische Werkstaetten
Oesterreichische Werkstaetten contains a wonderful selection of art and handicrafts. You will see multipurpose works of excellent aesthetic value. Exclusive handmade creations, candles, ceramics, and jewelry offer shoppers a special Austrian treasure to take home.
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7) Eduard Brandl Antiquitäten and Kunst
The Freyung Passage houses the excellent Eduard Brandl Antiquitäten and Kunst antique shop. Visitors are always pleased with its gorgeous displays and selections of antique furniture, fine jewelry, silver, pictures, sculpture and porcelain.
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