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Premier Antique Dealers in Cincinnati | Wooden Nickel Antiques
Wooden Nickel Antiques has been a trusted name in the antique industry for over four decades, specializing in architectural salvage, antique bars, and decorative arts from the 19th and early 20th centuries. Our expertise lies in restoring and preserving historical pieces, including saloon back bars, stained glass, and Victorian furniture, while maintaining their original craftsmanship. With a vast inventory sourced nationwide, we cater to collectors, interior designers, and homeowners seeking unique, high-quality antiques.Our Cincinnati-based team combines deep industry knowledge with a passion for history, ensuring every client receives personalized service and access to rare, museum-worthy items. We pride ourselves on transparency, ethical sourcing, and a commitment to preserving Americas architectural heritage.
Services
Antique Furniture
Architectural Salvage
Stained Glass
Decorative Arts
Saloon Bars
Restored Mantels
Garden Treasures
Unique Lighting
Fine Arts
Appraisal Services
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of expertise in authenticating and restoring historical antiques.
- Our inventory includes rare architectural salvage from demolished 1800s buildings.
- We specialize in modular antique bars for easy transport and installation.
- Our team maintains original finishes and craftsmanship during restoration.
- We provide nationwide brokering services for large antique bar collections.
Services
Antique Bars
We specialize in buying, selling, and restoring 19th- to early 20th-century saloon back and front bars. Our collection includes modular Brunswick, Rothschild, and Charles Passow & Sons models, ranging from 8- to 30-foot lengths. Each piece undergoes careful restoration to preserve original finishes while ensuring structural integrity. Ideal for home bars or commercial spaces seeking historical authenticity.
Architectural Salvage
Our architectural salvage inventory features doors, mantels, columns, and stained glass from 1800s buildings. We professionally dismantle and restore elements like marble fireplaces, iron gates, and wooden fretwork. These components suit renovation projects requiring period-accurate materials, with nationwide shipping available for large-scale restorations.
Antique Furniture
We offer 19th- and early 20th-century furniture including Victorian sideboards, Renaissance tables, and Arts & Crafts bookcases. Our inventory features makers like R.J. Horner and Mitchell & Rammelsberg, with pieces ranging from ornate carved cabinets to functional hall trees. All items are restored to maintain historical accuracy and structural quality.
Stained Glass
Our stained glass collection includes windows, doors, and decorative panels from the 1880s-1900s. We restore and sell pieces featuring geometric patterns, floral motifs, and figural designs. Custom installation services ensure proper display in residential or commercial settings, complementing both historic and modern interiors.
Decorative Arts
We curate decorative arts such as sconces, shields, clocks, and pedestals from the 1800s-1950s. These items include carved mirrors, ebonized cabinets, and figural sculptures, all restored to highlight intricate craftsmanship. Our collection appeals to collectors and designers seeking unique accents for period or contemporary spaces.
Questions
What types of antiques do you specialize in?
We focus on architectural salvage, saloon bars, Victorian furniture, stained glass, and decorative arts from the 1800s to early 1900s.
Can you help sell my antique bar?
Yes, we buy and broker antique saloon bars nationwide, offering fair pricing and professional dismantling services.
Do you ship items internationally?
We primarily serve the United States but can arrange international shipping upon request.
Are your antiques restored?
We restore items while preserving original finishes, ensuring structural integrity without compromising historical value.
How often do you update inventory?
Our inventory changes weekly as we acquire new architectural salvage and antique furniture pieces.
Can I visit your Cincinnati store?
Yes, our showroom is open Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm at 1410 Central Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45202.
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