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Antiquarium Antique Print The Antiquarium is the labor of love of the Cooper family. Begun in 1990, the original gallery was located in Houston's Highland Village commercial district for 10 years. The business moved into bigger accomodations at the Centre at River Oaks in 2000, and has thrived in that location. The quality of our collection and the integrity of our dealings has become known throughout the region.
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We will provide certificates of authenticity with any purchase upon request. If you would like to receive a certificate of authenticity with your online purchase, please indicate so in your order notes and we will make sure one is provided. Yes, from time to time. You can find more information regarding sales and appraisals on our "Sale and Appraisal Inquiries" page under the "About" tab.
Quality Picture Framing will enhance the appearance of your rare maps and artwork, though its importance goes beyond mere aesthetics. Choosing a reputable custom framer is one of the smartest long term investments you can make. Our team of artisans use only museum-quality archival materials to ensure your artwork remains chemically and physically stable and protected from the rigors of time.
In addition to framing art from our gallery, we frame many pieces of customer art. Every day, customers bring in their own pieces for us to frame, from fine art to treasured family photographs and historical artifacts. Every piece that comes through our doors possesses a unique story, and we are honored to assist in the telling of it.
Below, explore examples of our custom picture framing - this is only a small taste of the framing treatments we offer! Drop by our gallery to see more of what we have to offer - our walls are full of inspiration for your next custom picture framing project!
The Antiquarium continues a family tradition of selling original rare maps and antique prints from our historic location in Houston Texas. Our store, located in the Art Deco inspired River Oaks Shopping Center, has been host to independent retailers like us since the 1930s. The Antiquarium was founded in 1990 and seeks to preserve the historic charm of the area while remaining accessible and welcoming to collectors, enthusiasts, and designers at every collecting stage.Our goal is to offer a less intimidating, and more inviting backdrop to browse our varied and extensive collection of rare maps and prints.
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Kathleen Stevens Stahr
Nov 21, 2021
The staff at this store are amazing. We originally visited to check out their inventory and noticed they had frames similar to one I needed repaired. The frame was restored to near original condition. We are very thankful for their efforts. We highly recommend and will return again. Hopefully to add more art to our home.
Melissa Bailar
Oct 29, 2021
Excellent place for unusual gifts and collectible items! I went to the store 15 minutes before closing time looking for a present. The staff immediately pulled out multiple items within my price range that fit perfectly with what I had in mind. Alice in particular was incredible and answered my specific questions about maps and prints.
Felipe Reveilhac
Sep 03, 2021
Good diversity of maps and picture, help us to find what we where looking for charming people! Prepare our maps for the travel every arrved Ok thanks We will return in our next trip or by on line! Felipe
Nevine Webster
Aug 27, 2021
Walking into The Antiquarium is like opening a treasure chest and finding the most beautiful maps and prints. The staff is extremely knowledgeable and top notch. Alice helped me find unique and sentimental gifts for two family members. I would highly recommend looking here for gifts that will be cherished by any recipient.
Connor Kuhlmann
Apr 08, 2021
Extremely happy with the customer service and selection. I first visited The Antiquarium in 2019. I did not have enough money to buy anything. Nonetheless, they were happy to show me around and talk to me for what must've been two hours about old maps and paintings. Since then, I have bought three paintings from them. All have been framed by them as well. They do a fantastic job with shipping and ensuring the packaging properly protects the artwork. I will definitely be shopping here again.
Mark Sobus
Mar 22, 2021
Every year around this time (Christmas) I like to find something unique for my adult children. The Antiquarium always has interesting maps and art and they do a truly great job of framing them for us. However, the thing that has always stood out is the service. Alice assisted me, and she was friendly and incredibly responsive. I find it a pleasure to work with the Antiquarium folks and really appreciate the ability to obtain one-of-a-kind gifts from such great people. Thank you.
Clay Hartmann
Oct 01, 2019
The Antiquarium remains my "go to" place for finding the best in rare maps and prints - and their framing services are top notch. Roswitha treats each piece with importance - offering suggestions in all price ranges. Most recently, I had her frame a piece of art my child did years ago and it sits on the wall with the same (or greater) importance to some of my rarest and most valuable pieces. Thanks for your continued professionalism and serving the rare map and print market with class!
Beth Rountree
Dec 01, 2018
My experience with the staff at The Antiquarium has been nothing short of amazing. Amy Holloway helped me frame our wedding photos and her creativity and eye for detail really made the images pop. Our framing came out truly beautiful and I couldn't be happier with the end result. I would suggest using this company if you are looking for high quality framing and a knowledgeable staff.
Kinan Romman
Nov 10, 2018
The Antiquarium is by far and away the best place to go in Houston for antique maps and top-end custom framing. I collect very old maps and would not trust anyone else to handle or frame them for me. They use only the best, safest materials and handling practices. They can also do restoration work. Roswitha is the head curator and is quite a powerhouse of knowledge and design.

Hand her any antique document and she will give you several great framing options that will leave you very satisfied and impressed. The Antiquarium is also quite accommodating and patient even with the most persnickety of customers (I am guilty of being a bit demanding). I've never felt anything but totally taken care of at this establishment. See below a map from 1511 that I had framed by Antiquarium at their museum level of conservation framing. Beautiful results!
Sara Peters
Mar 08, 2018
The Antiquarum is a wonderful place to find a unique gift or something special to hang on a wall of your home or office. The service is exceptional and everyone on the staff will do everything they can to help you find what you are looking for. The framing is exquisite thanks to the suggestions of the staff. We have always been extremely happy with our purchases. I highly interested recommend The Antiquarium to anyone looking for an unusual gift for the holidays for a friend or relative or for yourself.
Carmen Millet
Jan 03, 2018
My experience at The Antiquarium was nothing short of exceptional. I have purchased both art and framing from them, and can't say anything negative about either. I brought three botanicals purchased elsewhere to The Antiquarium to be framed; Katie, the assistant gallery director, was so kind and patient with my mother and me. She must have pulled 40 different frames and mattes to ensure I found exactly what I wanted, and she never batted an eyelash.

Their selection of frames is really good and they have an onsite artist who paints these beautiful lines on mattes to add even more depth and dimension to your art. While not the cheapest framer in Houston, I believe you get what you pay for and want my pieces to last a very long time. I'll be looking at them everyday, after all! If you take your pictures to Michael's, you're going to get junk back.

If you support local small businesses like The Antiquarium, you're going to receive exceptional service and an exceptional product you'll have for many years to come. I highly recommend The Antiquarium.