Peoples Store
This 19th Century bronze architectural element showing two griffins and an urn has amazing detail. It is one of many antiques that can be found at The People’s Store Antiques and Design Center in Lambertville, New Jersey, which is the largest antique coop of its kind in the tri state area, according to the general manager, Jim Castelli. The store has four levels and houses 50 dealers, two who are working artists. Items range from investment quality European and American antiques, furnishings, lighting, art, collectibles, period clothing, to eclectic chic. The dealers that sell antiques at The People’s Store come from all over the world; France, Germany and even Prague. Interior designers from all over the world buy from The People’s Store and yet Jim says that they do a good business from walk-in traffic. And even though the coop is filled with amazing antiques, the prices are fair and often much better than expected. Jim, whose background includes business, interior decorating and antiques, loves his work and finds it hard to resist buying more antiques than he already has. The People’s Store Antiques and Design Center is located at 28 N. Union Street, Lambertville, NJ; 609-397-9808; www.peoplesstore.net.