Specialties
Williams Galleries specializes in original 19th & 20th Century American paintings, Folk Art, furniture; & fine period jewelry from the 1890's through the 1960's with an emphasis on exceptional Art Deco, Art Moderne & Retro Examples.
In complement to their extensive collection, Jim & Randi Williams have many years of experience in collecting and dealing in highly collectible American art and antiques, and are actively involved in doing biographical research related to the many diverse items they sell. The gallery houses a very comprehensive library of information.
History
Established in 1975.
For more than 35 years, Williams Galleries has defined the best in American folk art, 19th & 20th paintings, furniture and fine period jewelry in the Nashville area. Owners Jim and Randi Williams bring an unusually broad and deep understanding of their fields to this enterprise, thoroughly researching each object that passes through their hands. Jim & Randi have a knack for turning up the rare, unique and unexpected that is rarely matched in their field.
From William Edmondson to Tiffany & Co., if you are looking for the best in American art & antiques, the Williams Galleries' showroom is a must stop.
Meet the Business Owner: Jim and Randi W.
Jim and Randi are both well educated and have keen observation skills and common sense which contribute greatly to their success in collecting and dealing in the many diverse areas in which they are involved.
Jim brings his love and passion for American history to bear on all his endeavors in collecting, research. He is held in high esteem by both clients and collectors. His 35 years of experience, and his extensive research on various areas pertaining to art and antiques, have made him well versed in many areas including period American furniture, 19th & 20th century American art, folk art, period Arts & Crafts, and Native American material.
Randi is considered by her contemporaries to be a leading expert on Art Deco, Art Moderne, and Retro fine period jewelry, and has numerous associates world-wide. Many pieces in which she deals are by famous houses such as Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Tiffany & Company, Boivin, Fouquet, Belperron, Boucheron, Mauboussin, et al.