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Modest Designs: Collectible Vintage

326 Wythe Avenue
Brooklyn, New York 11211
718.384.2799

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3-3-modest.jpgPrimarily an online business that caters to professionals designing for clients, Modest Designs is a treasure trove of furniture and decorations from historically important designers. Hans Wegner, Paul McCobb, Gianfranco Fratttini, and Edward Wormley's (to name a few) designs are arranged in vintage vignettes throughout the main level and basement of this corner store in Williamsburg. Unlike many small shops in the area, the wares are not stacked on top of each other and browsing is easy...

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The one hindrance is that prices are not marked on the individual items (so you have to ask). Because the business is focused to online customers, the Modest Designs website is up-to-date and the inventory is priced there. Prices are on the high end. The website must be updated frequently, because it reflects the store's inventory very well.

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Williamsburg, tables - dining & occasional, shelving & storage, lighting, glassware & ceramic, mid-century modern, scandinavian, vintage, artwork, mirrors, seating - sofas & armchairs, seating - dining & side, seating - benches & stools, tables - desks

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this is one of my favorite eye candy places------ but i wish that they tagged stuff too.

posted by kristian on 2008-03-03 10:26:12
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Modest? $9800 for a credenza.

posted by Bridget212323 on 2008-03-03 13:58:36
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Modest indeed...3300.00 for a copper coffee set.

posted by hdtex on 2008-03-03 17:47:13
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