Canada's Leading Authority on 17th, 18th and 19th Century European Paintings, Antiques and Objets D'art
Located in Vancouver BC, Uno Langmann is a top rated art and antiques gallery. The gallery and its experts are recognized as Canada's foremost specialist in the finest quality paintings and antiques from the 17th, 18th, 19th and 20th centuries. We assist our clients in assembling quality collections and sourcing artwork as well as advise institutions across Canada regarding acquisitions, donations and appraisals.
A recent sale has prompted me to discuss the Scandinavian art market, as a unique painting by Vilhelm Hammershøi offered in New York fetched $9,124,350 US (approximately $12,250,000 CAD) after a pre-sale estimate of $3-5,000,000 US - setting a record for the highest price ever paid for a Danish artist at auction.
Read MoreWe’ve gathered a selection of treasures for our Father’s Day Gift Guide, including a Grand Format music box by C. Paillard & Company of Switzerland, an exceptional bronze example of L’Accolade by the renowned sculptor Pierre Jules Mêne, and an incredible Norwegian silver and gilt lidded tankard from 1709. Additionally, we are extending a 15% discount on these items during the month of June.
Read MoreEnjoy our Mother’s Day Gift Guide filled with sumptuous blooms and heartwarming gift ideas, and learn about the history of this special day. Additionally, we are extending a 15% discount on these items during the month of May.
Read MoreWelcome to the third week of Advent, the joyful Scandinavian Christmas tradition. We are enjoying your visits to the gallery and your wonderful comments on the 2023 calendar and Christmas Calendar Exhibition. With a nod to our Nordic history and an eye to quality, we have put together another selection of treasures for our third Advent Gift Guide. This week we are showcasing a fabulous selection of table décor and serveware for your holiday gatherings and celebrations, along with a few seasonally inspired paintings. Enjoy!
Read MoreWelcome to the second week of Advent, the joyful Scandinavian Christmas tradition. We have finished decorating the gallery with our latest acquisitions and Christmas Calendar Exhibition and it looks stunning. This week’s Advent Gift Guide features a selection of treasures for everyone on your holiday shopping list as well as a stunning new painting titled “Grandma’s Glasses” by the well-known American artist Harry Roseland. Enjoy!
Read MoreAdvent - a festive time of joyful preparation - is traditionally celebrated the four weeks before Christmas by lighting a candle on the Advent wreath and enjoying baked goods and warm glögg. Enjoy our First Advent Shopping Guide, which features a selection of Scandinavian treasures with a nod to our Nordic history and an eye to quality.
Read MoreWeddings are such a positive celebration, a beginning of an exciting journey for the couple. Acquiring a quality antique brings a piece of history into a home, each one with a rich and unique story to unfold. Gifts can be a personal expression, a conversation piece, something unique or memorable, and something useful is always appreciated! We have enjoyed assembling a unique collection for our Wedding Gift Guide, although these items can also make the perfect anniversary, birthday or retirement gift.
Read MoreWeddings are such a positive celebration, a beginning of an exciting journey for the couple. Acquiring a quality antique brings a piece of history into a home, each one with a rich and unique story to unfold. Gifts can be a personal expression, a conversation piece, something unique or memorable, and something useful is always appreciated! We have enjoyed assembling a unique collection for our Wedding Gift Guide, although these items can also make the perfect anniversary, birthday or retirement gift.
Read MoreCandlesticks are among our favourite antiques - superbly crafted, they create an intimate and memorable setting, and make excellent gifts. This Insights article outlines the origin of the candlestick and the history of the design through the ages. A candlelit setting can make any table romantic and special!
Read MoreWe enjoy searching worldwide for the finest quality antique objets d’art and paintings. In our three part Holiday Gift Guide we have gathered a selection of unique and interesting gifts to suit every person on your list. We have something for the tea, wine or cheese lover, those who yearn to travel or anyone who enjoys history or one of a kind objects. Each piece is unique and we explain what makes it special and rare. Enjoy!
Read MoreWe enjoy searching worldwide for the finest quality antique objets d’art and paintings. In our three part Holiday Gift Guide we have gathered a selection of unique and interesting gifts to suit every person on your list. We have something for the tea, wine or cheese lover, those who yearn to travel or anyone who enjoys history or one of a kind objects. Each piece is unique and we explain what makes it special and rare. Enjoy!
Read MoreWe enjoy searching worldwide for the finest quality antique objets d’art and paintings. In our three part Holiday Gift Guide we have gathered a selection of unique and interesting gifts to suit every person on your list. We have something for the tea, wine or cheese lover, those who yearn to travel or anyone who enjoys history or one of a kind objects. Each piece is unique and we explain what makes it special and rare. Enjoy!
Read MoreWhile the holiday may look different this year, you can still celebrate safely and in style. We encourage you to take some time laying your table and choosing your favourite serving pieces. Browse our holiday table inspirations that incorporate culinary antiques.
Read MoreAs we welcome fall and reflect on the summer we focus more indoors and begin to get ourselves cozy in preparation for the cooler days ahead. Here are 14 Georgian antiques to add to your collection and cozy up your living room.
Read MoreWe purchased the unsigned painting at auction without having identified the artist, but knew it was by a well trained and accomplished artist. With our own research and with the help of the Hirschsprung Collection research staff in Copenhagen, we were able to identify the artist and learn more about the outstanding collection assembled by the original owners.
Read MoreWe invite you to read a selection of staff favourites. We are often asked the excellent question of how we choose the treasures in our gallery. Find out more about how and what we choose, discover what a ‘chatelaine’ is, and more!
Read MoreJoin us in celebrating all things Nordic!
Uno Langmann was born in Denmark and immigrated to Canada in 1955, opening his first antique shop on Commercial Drive in 1967. With a nod to our Nordic history and an eye to quality, our collection has always incorporated Scandinavian works and especially Danish paintings from the Golden Age through to the mid 20th century. Scandinavian Design has continued to be immensely popular through to the 21st century, with early works commanding higher and higher prices internationally. Learn about the origins and history of Scandinavian Design and it’s global influence.
Scandinavian design was a major influence globally in the 20th century, and continues to be a great influence to this day. Characterized by simplicity and functional minimalism, it emerged in the early 20th century, flourished mid century and continues to be a major inspiration to this day. To understand the movement we must study what influences shaped key designers as Georg Jensen and made them such prolific disseminators of Scandinavian design.
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