Buying a high-quality antique online can feel a bit risky. When you aren’t standing in front of a chest of drawers or sitting in a chair, you have to rely entirely on the person selling it. At Anthony Short Antiques, we’ve spent years building a reputation in our antique shop in Petworth and our showroom in Brugge by being straightforward about what we sell.
With us, it is all about real photos and honest descriptions. We don’t use stock photos or clever lighting to hide flaws. Every piece in our online gallery—from Georgian dining sets to William IV mirrors—is photographed clearly. If there’s a mark or a bit of age-related wear, we’ll tell you about it upfront. We want you to be happy when the piece arrives, not surprised.
You will always find the real deal with us. We know that authenticity is the biggest concern for collectors. To make things simple, we provide a certificate of authenticity with our major pieces. This is our professional assurance that the item is genuine and exactly as described. It’s the same level of trust you’d get if you visited us in person in Brugge or West Sussex.
We provide safe delivery to your doorstep. The last thing anyone wants is a fragile antique getting tossed around in a standard delivery van. That’s why we often handle the delivery ourselves. By using our own professional transport, we make sure your furniture is packed properly and carried into your home with care. We treat every delivery as if we were moving it into our own house.
Whether you’re buying from across the country or just down the road, we try to make the process as personal and secure as a face-to-face chat.
