To state upfront, I haven't purchased anything from this shop so I don't know how the prices compare. However, as a pedestrian always fascinated by this place, I enjoyed exploring two floors of antiques and art from around the world. The owner was kind enough to tell me the story behind a stained glass piece that belonged to George Washington's family. It's like getting up close to items in a museum! read more

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Incredible space! Hard to find the prices on some of the paintings, but once I have enough money to find out, I'll be back!! read more

L'enfant Gallery - Antiques Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Cute shop but really shady business practices. They had a piece with a price tag of $200, it sold but was returned by the original buyer and so they contacted me and said it was available again but they won't accept less than $500... even though it was priced and sold for $200 and I even sent a photo of the price tag that I happened to take. They also tried claiming it was priced higher during the French Market to frame it as a "deal" even though it was sold before the French Market even occurred. As a fellow vintage re-seller, I really don't appreciate doing business like this. Especially when I was waiting for weeks and passing up on other furniture to get the piece. read more

L'enfant Gallery - Antiques Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Over the past 20+ years, I have bought numerous antiques at L'Enfant Gallery in Georgetown. The owner of the antique shop, Peter, knows more about antiques than anyone I've done business with. He and his staff are reliable, friendly, and fair. Over these 20 years, I have learned to trust Peter in helping me find the right thing I am looking for. If you live in the DC metro area or are a tourist, you owe yourself a browse at L'Enfant Gallery. The pictures show what I have purchased from Peter. read more

L'enfant Gallery - Authentic Civil War battle scene drawn with charcoal by artist on the battlefield (see description) - Antiques Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Beautiful. I (and I would assume 99% of people) can't afford anything in here, but the collection that the owners have acquired/consigned is incredible. The gallery features beautiful vintage furniture, art, and home furnishings. I've always found the staff kind and courteous as well- they tend to give you space, but upon my first visit, I was greeted by the man behind the counter with a glass of vintage Beaujolais. read more

I would consider L'enfant Gallery to be a hidden gem of Washington D.C. As you walk in, it may seem to be a antique shop, but you'll soon realize the immense amount of art work complied to create this grand collection. Artifacts from around the world there are numerous floors to explore. read more

The prices of items in here seem to change all the time depending on the mood of the owner or the staff. Most items dramatically overpriced. Frustrating shopping experience. read more

My experience with them is awful. I consigned several large items from my late Father's estate. They agreed with a potential buyer, without consulting me, in December to reframe 2 paintings and "restore"them. The paintings were in very expensive Dutch frames and required no restoration at all.Since then, it has been like pulling teeth to find out if the paintings sold. Finally, in February I was assured they'd received payment for them and my check for $3000 would be sent in 30 days. Every week thereafter I received" the check's in the mail" excuse and payment has never been received. I've had to hire a lawyer to get my money. I would never recommend anyone to consign anything with them. My experience is that the owner and his assistant are the most dishonest people I've ever dealt with. read more

My husband and I visited L'Enfant Gallery in March of 2013, at this time we purchased a Victrola from Peter, what a HUGE mistake. We were told by Peter we would have this item we purchased in June, we he was going to make a trip to Houston, Texas to visit family, he offered and we agreed that he would deliver to us at this time. We have called and called Peter and the store, we have emailed numerous times and left countless messages. We are not getting any response at this time from L'Enfant or Peter. They have our money and we do not have our Victrola. In our opinion, yes, they are an awful place to do business with! WE ARE OUT ALL OUR MONEY!!! read more

TRUE T This place is incredible you should be careful for what you say , I think the owner is the great Antique Dealer I have meet in my entire life over decade in Business . I can testified that both owners are great , a lot of knowledge and have a lot of experiences. super store decorated and full of antiques from all over the world, all the Smithsonian's in the entire Country cannot bring what Gallery L'Enfant has .If you visit Washington DC go to Gallery L'Enfant you wont regret!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! you will have the owner I think his name is Peter who is funny . He will have always a good story to tell and you will learn about antiques. when I come back from Oversee I go to the store in Georgetown to relax from the Business trip and spend hours go up and down to look at the new pieces , I just love this store. C, read more

I am absolutely appalled at how my friend (a woman of color) and two other customers of color were treated while at this gallery. First off, when my friend and I entered the gallery, the lady behind the desk did not greet us. She essentially ignored us and continued talking on the phone. That was incredibly unprofessional, but it's far from the worst part. I left my friend downstairs so I could look around the upper levels, and the lady working at the time was rude to my friend and acted suspiciously towards. The woman only let off my friend when she told her that she was waiting for me. In response, the woman said "oh. You're that other girl." Then right as I came back downstairs, two men of color walked in, and the woman began acting skittishly and immediately insisted that they were closing for the day. It was 4:45. According to their Facebook page, they close at 6. I am incredibly disgusted by that woman's blatant racism and the fact that her behavior is permitted in any establishment. L'enfant Gallery will never have my business after this. read more

This is an amazing establishment. It could be a museum except they skipped the day they taught "DONT TOUCH!" If you consider the old adage "If you love what you do, you'll never work a day in your life," you'll get the idea of this store's ethos. No one works there. Ron or Peter both seem to be your best friend in about 10 seconds. I love everything I've brought home. read more

This is one of the best antique and art dealers I have come across in collecting for 40 years. I stop buy this shop every time I'm in D C and end up with at lease some knowledge if not a great antique. read more