About Us

Elise Abrams began collecting antique porcelain and stemware over 30 years ago and has become the recognized expert in the field. Her passion for creating magnificent table settings coupled with her incomparable collections, culminated in the establishment of Elise Abrams Antiques in Great Barrington, Massachusetts in 1989.

Since the opening of her gallery, Elise has developed a discerning and loyal clientele. Described by Boston Magazine as "a world class collection of museum-quality antiques for the dining room", her gallery is world-renowned as the source and resource of the largest collection of sets of antique porcelain and stemware in the country.

Open the door to the magnificent showroom—unique in the world of antiques—and immediately you will see that Elise has a rare gift: an unerring eye for color, design, arrangement and quality which she generously enjoys sharing. Above all, she loves what she does. Her extensive knowledge and personal attention, along with her contagious enthusiasm, make you feel right at home.

There are endless combinations from which different moods and settings can be created—from sophisticated country to the elegance of the Gilded Age. By emphasizing color themes, patterns and shapes, Elise will expertly guide the decorator, novice and the most experienced collector to express their individuality and creativity. She will also show you how to complement and blend antique china and design a one of a kind table setting by combining antique elements with a modern sensibility.

Nowhere will you find such an array of color, style, and choice among all the great porcelain manufacturers of the world. Her collection emphasizes the Gilded Age period of 1880-1920 featuring Minton, Coalport, Royal Worcester, Royal Doulton, Spode, Wedgwood, Lenox, Sevres, Paris and Meissen. Complementing her antique porcelains, is an extraordinary selection of stemware including sets manufactured by Hawkes, Tiffany, Moser, Pairpoint, Baccarat, St. Louis, Webb, Steuben, Moser and Val St. Lambert among others, as well as fantasy sets made in Venice.

Elise Abrams Antiques also offers an impressive selection of antique accessories, including decanters, silver, serving pieces, centerpieces, candlesticks and punchbowls of timeless beauty.

“It is my utmost pleasure to create custom gift registries for weddings and other special occasions. Whether you are looking for an entire dinner service or one special gift, I look forward to fulfilling your requests, whether in person or online. As you enjoy browsing our online catalog, be assured that every piece is guaranteed and chosen for its beauty, functionality, and always-exceptional condition. If you don’t see what you are looking for, please inquire as this website represents just the tip of the iceberg!”
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Elise Abrams is the author of Hand Painted Porcelain Plates, has made personal appearances on Martha Stewart and has been featured in Architectural Digest, Country Living, Departures, Victoria, House and Garden, Martha Stewart Living, Food and Wine, Colonial Homes, Traditional Home and Elle Décor.

Elise Abrams Antiques exhibits at the International Antiques and Fine Art Fair and the International Palm Beach Jewelry and Antiques Show in Palm Beach, Florida.