I bought it at Abbeys: Giving items a second life with auction house treasures
In the world of interior design, there’s something incredibly satisfying about finding the perfect piece that not only complements your style but also tells a story. At Abbeys Auctions, every item has a history, and with a little bit of love, it can have a new beginning in your home. Our series, “I Bought It […]
I bought it at Abbeys: Furnishing a whole home with auction finds.
When it comes to creating a beautiful home, sometimes the most satisfying spaces are built over time, piece by piece, with items that reflect both style and story. For one loyal Abbeys customer, building their perfect home became an exciting journey through the auction house, turning each purchase into a part of their everyday life. […]
I bought it at Abbeys: one couple’s auction adventure
In this third instalment of our “I Bought It at Abbeys” series, we meet a couple who embarked on an exciting journey—moving back to Melbourne after years interstate. With a shared passion for modern design and a keen eye for quality, they were determined to create a stylish home without breaking the bank. Their solution? […]
From auction to artwork
Jackie’s Story Jacki Hood is a multi-disciplinary Melbourne based artist who completed the Graduate Certificate in Visual Art at Victorian College of the Arts at the University of Melbourne, in 2019. Her research and art practices include Found Object Art and as a collector she visits Abbeys Auctions frequently. Jacki is interested in the stories […]
How Abbeys helped to transform a new home
Richard & Michelle’s story Richard and Michelle recently purchased their first house together. They only problem was that both being new to Melbourne they had little in the way of furniture and like most home buyers they had an extremely tight budget. Michelle had a very clear picture in her mind about the style of […]
Vintage & antique furniture
Understanding antique furniture design eras and styles. How old is antique? – Technically, an item is antique if it is more than 100 years old. European and oriental antiques come from a rich and long history and may be many hundreds of years old. These days the term antique is sometimes more generally used to […]