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Serving a Worldwide Clientele in Solvang Since 1974.

Open 7 Days A Week 10-6 805-688-1976

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About Us

California’s Premier Antique Gallery for over forty years

We heartily invite and encourage you to visit our new antique gallery in Solvang, California and experience the magic of one of California’s premier antique collections. From the moment you walk into our store you will be completely mesmerized by the size and quality of our collection, which includes the highest quality antiques, collectables and fine arts available.

Come in an see our vast selection of upscale antiques ranging from antique clocks and watches to antique jewelry, furniture, fine arts and more. We are conveniently located in downtown Solvang, close to many shops, restaurants, wine tasting and all that Solvang has to offer. Click here for directions.

Your Proprietors, Ron & Julie Palladino

Ron and Julie Palladino started Renaissance Antiques back in 1979 and have become known as pioneers of high profile retail businesses in Solvang, by introducing world class merchandise to a marketplace traditionally geared towards inexpensive products.

The Palladinos began their foray into the antique business in Los Angeles, as a hobby that soon developed into a full scale passion. Originally selling antique clocks at swap meets and garage sales, they opened their first antique clock showroom and repair shop in 1973 — in a two-car garage off an alley in West Los Angeles. Within a year they expanded to a larger showroom (10’ x 40’) with somewhat higher visibility.

While on a visit to the charming village of Solvang in 1977, they fell in love with the quaint tourist town and decided to move their rather humble antique clock business out of the city and into the “country”. Their little repair shop quickly grew to include a 750 square foot retail showroom, and within a year employed six people.

In a short period of time, their business and presence continued to not only thrive, it grew to occupy four locations in Solvang, with over 20,000 square feet and 32 employees. During that time, Ron and Julie remodeled some of Solvang’s most neglected properties, setting higher standards of design and developing new architectural building techniques which have spread through the village, enhancing many of Solvang’s best new properties.

Today, Renaissance Antiques offers an overwhelming variety of quality antiques from estate jewelry and artworks to fine furniture, lighting and architectural antiques. Ron and Julie still specialize in antique clocks, music boxes and watches, with one of the largest selections in the world and the most comprehensive and capable restoration facility in the U.S.

If you’re interested in buying or selling quality antique clocks, watches, musical pieces, furniture or fine arts, please contact us today for a complimentary consultation. We look forward to speaking with you soon.

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  • Fantastic antique store. High quality and unique antique items for sale at reasonable prices. So far, I have purchased two lovely antique lamps and two beautiful clocks. The staff is also very helpful . And I can't say enough good things about Ron and Julie, the owners. There are very very nice people and very knowledgeable about their large inventory and very patient and helpful in responding to your inquiries and explaining the antiques that might interest you. A first-class operation. I'm looking forward to continuing to do business with them!
    ~B.L. – Santa Barbara, CA
  • We never have been in another store as beautiful and customer-service oriented as Renaissance Antiques. Owners Ron and Julie are honest, extremely knowledgeable and experienced, and in all our dealings with them whether buying or selling, their professionalism and kindness is unparalleled. Whether looking for something large or small, seldom can a person be disappointed at the variety and absolutely authenticated quality they have gathered together. We cannot recommend them highly enough and for years we have relied on their ability to advise, appraise and assist us in our antiquing needs.
    ~E.H. – San Rafael, CA
  • I've been coming to this store since I was a little boy, the sense of enjoyment and wonder I get while exploring there remains. Such treasures and all high quality too, no junk will be found. The owners, Ron and Julie are great people and Ron is a quite talented carpenter, he knows how to make amazing furniture, particularly desks. I can't say enough good things about this business all around. The only sad thing is they moved a few doors down to a smaller location then they had before so it's a little less grand feeling as they had to pack a lot of good stuff into a smaller space. But still don't miss out on this one, even if you don't plan to buy anything you must see the store if you have any interest in the best antiques one can find.
    ~C.O., – Santa Ynez, CA
  • I wanted to let you know how amazingly talented and wonderful Mark has been. He did an incredible job with the restoration of our destroyed wall clock, including setting it all up for us at the house. It has been running perfectly ever since and brings my grandparents back to life for us every day. Thank you!
    ~D.E., Thousand Oaks, CA
  • I have traveled many places and have never seen a place like yours. It is truly unique!! Thank you again for the great service.
    ~ G.M., Los Angeles, CA
  • Ron, Wow!!! What a clock! You could have packed up a nest of baby birds the way you did this clock, and they would arrive all chirpy.
    ~ P.A., Fayette, AL
  • Ron, thank you for your meticulous care in the clock's reconditioning. I look forward to a break in my schedule so I may return to Solvang and visit your extraordinary shop.
    ~ S.C., Long Beach, CA
  • It is always a treat to go through the gallery as you have so many lovely things.
    ~ Bill and Audrey
  • The shipment arrived and truly, it was masterfully packed. We look forward to enjoying each piece for many years, as they become heirlooms in our family.
    ~ L.E.H., Newton Center, MA
  • Ron, Thank you for remembering me on my birthday. I will definitely enjoy my new books. After reading all of them I am certain to be an expert on watches, clocks and gold!! I look forward to sharing them with my children as well. I truly appreciate your thoughtfulness, and I am looking forward to enjoying my gorgeous new grandfather clock for many years.
    ~ Arnold Schwarzenegger
  • Ron and Julie are legends in the world of fine antiques. They have been trusted advisors to me and my family for twenty five years and I can’t recommend them highly enough.
    ~J. Smith, Portland, OR

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  • Antique Clocks
  • Vintage Watches
  • Fine Furniture
  • Fine Art
  • Estate Jewelry
  • Asian Antiques
  • Antique Lighting
  • Decorative Arts
  • Mechanical Antiques
  • Musical Antiques
  • Oriental Rugs
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  • Miscellaneous
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Renaissance Antiques
496 First Street
Solvang, CA 93463
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Phone: (805) 688-1976
Open 7 Days a Week from 10 to 6

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