The thrill of the find beats in the heart of every serious collector. From dusty warungs hiding artful Balinese treasures to Bavaria’s timber-framed shops with their mysterious Black Forest cuckoo clocks, each Karma destination offers its own antiquing adventure. Here is a small selection of classic finds to look out for…
In Florence’s labyrinthine streets, 16th-century leather-bound books and Art Deco jewelry whisper stories of the Renaissance. Meanwhile, London’s Portobello Road serves up Victorian silverware alongside mid-century modernist gems that would make any collector’s heart race.
Hoi An’s ancient trading port reveals Chinese porcelain and Japanese ceramics, while Siem Reap’s markets occasionally yield rare Khmer bronze pieces for those in the know. In Manali’s hillside bazaars, weathered Tibetan prayer wheels, sacred Thangka paintings and hand-carved wooden masks tell tales of millennia-old Himalayan traditions.
But here’s the insider’s tip: forget the tourist traps. The real treasures are often secreted in unlikely corners – that tiny shop in Bavaria with its centuries-old beer steins, or the unassuming Balinese dealer whose back room holds museum-worthy textiles. The key? Take time, build relationships, and remember: it’s not just the beauty of the thing you find but the story behind it too…
