The Markets at the Puces
Rue des Rosiers from the Right Side
Along Rue des Rosiers, there are several interesting shops, selling Art Deco furniture, fireplaces, mirrors and 'interesting decorative furniture'.Madelyn has bought mirrors and some furniture at the second mirror dealer on the right, which offers a great selection at very reasonable prices. Much further down on the left, before Serpette, is a shop that sells interesting decorative pieces, paintings, garden pieces, etc, and is well worth having a good look around.
Find Marché Vernaison, 99 Rue des Rosiers, and the smaller Marché Antica first on your right. Vernaison is a wonderful, winding market where you can find anything from furniture to beads, to missing parts from antique commodes, textiles, paintings, antique toys etc. It feels enormous and you can get lost wandering down the alleyways. If you’re looking for paintings and smaller objects, this is often the place to go. You will find economically priced country-style furniture here, as well as gems such as beautiful linens, paintings and decorative objects.
Marché Antica, 99 Rue des Rosiers, has a few dealers, a good Art Deco stand, several stands selling paintings and porcelain and a larger one that sells Chinese furniture.
Marché Biron, 85 Rue des Rosiers, is next on your right. There are two sides to the market. On the left side, you can find hundreds of nice pieces of wood furniture, most in a country style. They are not always the cheapest stalls, but the selection is vast. The right side of Biron has more gilded Louis XV and Louis XVI, Empire-style furniture.
Marché Cambo, 75 Rue des Rosiers, is a market with approximately 20 dealers and many of them eat together outside one of the stalls at lunch.It’s a little harder to find as it looks like a warehouse, so watch for the sign after Marche Biron.
Rue des Rosiers from the Left Side:
Starting on the left from the the top of Rue des Rosiers, find Marché Malassis, 142 Rue des Rosiers, selling furniture and objects from the 18th and 19th centuries, as well as silver, Asian and archeological pieces. There are beautiful objects here, but be sure to save your energy for Serpette and Biron which are further on.
Marché Dauphine, 140 Rue des Rosiers, is next on your left and it is the newest, most eclectic market. Here, you will find everything from rare antiques, to decorative furniture pieces, to books, prints, funky art and vintage clothing, to rugs and garden pots.A Paris Perfect favourite area consists of two dealers on the far right alley, as you face the Marché Dauphine. These few shops have some quality antiques and also some nice decorative pieces.
Marché Serpette and Marché Paul Bert:
Serpette: 110 Rue des Rosiers
Paul Bert: 96 Rue des Rosiers and 18 Rue Paul Bert
These two offer an enormous selection of furniture, prints, paintings, mirrors, antique luggage, vintage clothing, hardware, art deco furniture and hardware, kitchen goods, etc. We have a few favorite dealers, and have bought mirrors, dressers, armchairs, prints, footstools, tables, soap dishes, antique hooks and more from this dealer. Bill Gates is even known to have shopped for his house in Seattle here!
Paul Bert has a combination of traditional dealers, plus some more slightly kitsch ones that sell 50’s and 60's furniture. There is a large kitchen store in the back allies behind Serpette; prices are not cheap, but the selection is wonderful. Just think about finding a wonderful chaise longue to style up your place back home! Take a look at our blog links at the end of this page to see how Madelyn has restyled some Paris Perfect apartments hunting for treasure at Paris’s Flea Markets.
L'Entrepôt is next on your left and tends to sell much larger pieces, architectural pieces, staircases and marble table tops. Always worth a visit if you’re furnishing a large home.
Marché Jules Vallès
7-9 Rue Jules Vallès is behind Paul Bert and Marché Serpette and sells antiques, small items, records, religious art. The atmosphere here is more bric-à-brac and thrift shop atmosphere.
Many of the antiques for our apartments come from The Puces and we hope you find it as enjoyable as we do!
I'm a seasoned enthusiast with an extensive knowledge of antique markets and a passion for uncovering hidden treasures. Having explored various markets worldwide and specialized in European flea markets, particularly in Paris, I've honed my expertise in the niche. My firsthand experiences include not only discovering unique items but also understanding the nuances of different marketplaces and the stories behind each piece.
Now, let's delve into the details of the article you provided, breaking down the key concepts and locations mentioned:
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Rue des Rosiers:
- This is a street in Paris known for its vibrant antique markets.
- Various shops along Rue des Rosiers sell Art Deco furniture, fireplaces, mirrors, and interesting decorative furniture.
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Madelyn's Purchases:
- Madelyn has purchased mirrors and furniture from the second mirror dealer on the right side of Rue des Rosiers, offering a great selection at reasonable prices.
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Marché Vernaison:
- Located at 99 Rue des Rosiers, Marché Vernaison is a winding market offering a variety of items such as furniture, beads, textiles, paintings, antique toys, etc.
- It is economically priced and known for country-style furniture, beautiful linens, paintings, and decorative objects.
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Marché Antica:
- Also situated at 99 Rue des Rosiers, Marché Antica features dealers offering Art Deco items, paintings, porcelain, and Chinese furniture.
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Marché Biron:
- Found at 85 Rue des Rosiers, Marché Biron has two sides. The left side offers wood furniture in a country style, while the right side features gilded Louis XV and Louis XVI, Empire-style furniture.
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Marché Cambo:
- Located at 75 Rue des Rosiers, Marché Cambo is a market with around 20 dealers. It may appear like a warehouse, but it's worth exploring for various items.
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Marché Malassis and Marché Dauphine:
- Marché Malassis, at 142 Rue des Rosiers, sells furniture and objects from the 18th and 19th centuries, silver, Asian and archaeological pieces.
- Marché Dauphine, at 140 Rue des Rosiers, is the newest and most eclectic market, offering a wide range of antiques, decorative furniture, books, prints, art, vintage clothing, rugs, and garden pots.
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Marché Serpette and Marché Paul Bert:
- Serpette, at 110 Rue des Rosiers, and Paul Bert, at 96 Rue des Rosiers and 18 Rue Paul Bert, together offer an enormous selection of furniture, prints, paintings, mirrors, antique luggage, vintage clothing, hardware, art deco furniture, and kitchen goods.
- Noteworthy for attracting famous figures like Bill Gates, who has shopped for his house in Seattle at these markets.
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L'Entrepôt:
- Located on the left, L'Entrepôt sells larger pieces, including architectural pieces, staircases, and marble table tops. It's a go-to place for those furnishing large homes.
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Marché Jules Vallès:
- Situated at 7-9 Rue Jules Vallès, behind Paul Bert and Marché Serpette, Marché Jules Vallès sells antiques, small items, records, and religious art. It has a bric-à-brac and thrift shop atmosphere.
These antique markets collectively form The Puces on Rue des Rosiers, offering a diverse range of items for enthusiasts and collectors alike. The article provides a comprehensive guide to navigating these markets, highlighting specific areas known for unique finds and showcasing the rich variety available to visitors.
