Business Details
27 Years
experience
Trusted Antique Dealers in Barnard Castle
Established in 1999 by Paul & Sue Ing, Ingnet Antiques is a family-run business specialising in Arts and Crafts movement furniture and collectables. Our expertise spans renowned craftsmen such as Robert 'Mouseman' Thompson, Arthur Simpson, and Stanley Webb Davies, alongside manufacturers like Shapland & Petter and Maple & Co. Located in Barnard Castle, County Durham, we offer a curated selection of Yorkshire oak pieces and maintain extensive customer wish lists.Our showroom provides private parking by appointment, with opening hours Tuesday to Saturday. We facilitate global shipping via Royal Mail Special Delivery for smaller items and partner carriers for international logistics. With decades of combined experience, we provide expert advice on buying, selling, and appraising antiques, prioritising client satisfaction through transparent communication and tailored service.
Services
Antique Sales
Arts and Crafts Furniture
Collectables Appraisal
Buying Services
Wish List Management
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- Family-run expertise since 1999 with deep Arts and Crafts knowledge
- Specialise in rare Yorkshire oak pieces by iconic craftsmen
- Maintain extensive customer wish lists for tailored acquisitions
- Offer private parking and flexible appointment scheduling
- Provide transparent international shipping solutions
Services
Antique Sales
Offering rare Arts and Crafts movement furniture and collectables from iconic makers like Robert Mouseman Thompson. Our inventory includes Yorkshire oak pieces, Moorcroft pottery, and 20th-century design classics. Each item undergoes rigorous authentication and condition assessment before sale.
Arts and Crafts Furniture
Specialising in early 20th-century Arts and Crafts furniture by renowned craftsmen such as Arthur Simpson and Stanley Webb Davies. We maintain strict provenance records and provide detailed historical context for each piece in our collection.
Collectables Appraisal
Expert assessment of antique collectables including ceramics, decorative arts, and design objects. Our valuations consider maker's marks, historical significance, and current market trends to provide accurate pricing guidance for buyers and sellers.
Buying Services
Assisting clients in sourcing specific antique items through our extensive network and wish list system. We offer condition reports, provenance research, and secure transaction handling for both domestic and international purchases.
Wish List Management
Curating tailored acquisition opportunities based on client preferences. Our system actively matches customer wish lists with incoming inventory, providing priority access to newly acquired pieces that meet specific criteria.
People
Paul Ing
Co-Founder
Co-founder with over 25 years' experience in antique dealing, specialising in Arts and Crafts movement furniture. Established Ingnet Antiques in 1999 to preserve and promote historic craftsmanship.
Charlie Ing
Acquisitions Manager
Third-generation antique expert managing client acquisitions and inventory curation. Handles international shipping logistics and maintains relationships with key collectors and trade partners.
Questions
What specialisms do Ingnet Antiques Antiques have?
We specialise in Arts and Crafts movement furniture and collectables, focusing on Yorkshire oak pieces by makers like Robert Mouseman Thompson and Arthur Simpson.
What are your showroom opening hours?
Our Barnard Castle showroom is open Tuesday-Friday 11am-3pm, Saturday 10:30am-3pm, with Sunday/Monday appointments available via Charlie Ing.
Do you offer international shipping?
Yes, we use Royal Mail Special Delivery for small items and partner with Alban Shipping/Pickfords for international furniture deliveries.
Can you help source specific antique pieces?
Our wish list service actively matches client requirements with incoming inventory. We'll notify you when suitable items become available.
