Shopping for the one-of-a-kind gift in Quebec city
Quebec city being a one of a kind place, one can justly expect to get one of a kind gifts for the person who, event if he or she has everything, will appreciate your finding a one o a king gift for him or her. If you come by here, he is what I would recommend.
La vaissseau d'or is a intimate and cosy library gallery where you will a beautiful collection of prints (prices are reasonable, event when work is framed) as well as a wide array of art books. But most importantly, they have an extraordinary collection of rare books for you to choose from. Of course, if you need guidance, the two owners who are passionate collectors will gladly help.
Le vaisseau d'or
685 St. Joseph Est
G1K 3C1
418-529-4545
Vaisseau.dor@bellnet.ca
ebay: vaisseau d'or
Pierre Jolicoeur and Patrice Robitaille had the extraordinary idea of opening a store that would only sell «vintage» Scandinavian furniture and accessories. I love gong there and see the elegant lines of these «modernistic» pieces. On display now, they have this polished black block which in fact is a bar set and inserted in it you'll find everything from the ice tong to coasters and bottle opener.
De retour
273 rue Saint-Paul
Québec, G1K 3W6
418-692-5501
deretour@bellnet.ca
If you love antiques, you must visit La Boutique aux Memoires owned by Louis Bolduc. Among a million beautiful objects, he has the finest nineteen century English china. I noted this large serving dish with the willow tree pattern that would make a fine addition to any plain dishes and, when not in use, could well decorate a dining room wall.
Boutique aux Memoires
105, rue St.-Paul,
Québec G1K 3V8
418-692-2180
dduboldo@total.net
Jean François Dugal is a artist wood worker from Quebec and he makes the most extraordinary rocking chairs combining fine material, comfort and elegance. He and Brigitte Perier, the jeweller, own this boutique in Old Québec where you can also find smaller wooden objects by other local artisans.
Dugal
15, rue Notre-Dame
Place royale, Québec G1K 4E9
418-692-1564
Stephanie Letarte is a young artist (she is young enough to tell her age- she is 21) She creates very unique jewellery with glass and pewter and improvises the most unusual shapes for necklaces and earrings. Presently, her pieces are only sold in Québec but very soon she will be in boutiques all over Canada. So this is the opportunity to get your «early Letarte» You can view what she is now doing on her website given below or visit the
Bijouterie du Vieux Québec
1195, rue St-Jean
Quebec
418-692-4546
www,stephanieletarte.com
Have fun in your hunt for the one of a kind!