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This is Fred Ball for Zions Bank, speaking on business.
Anthony Christensen has always had a passion for the older and finer things in life. As a youth, he worked in his grandfather's antique shop where he gained an appreciation for the beautiful pieces. So it seems only natural that as an adult, Anthony would have an antique store of his own.
Anthony's store, Anthony's Fine Art and Antiques, located in the colonnade building on the corner of 400 East and 200 South in Salt Lake City, has been providing its customers with treasures from bygone days for more than 24 years. The business boasts artwork from 19th and early 20th century American, Russian, European and French painters. It also has pieces from Utah artists including J.T. Harwood, John Hafen, LeConte Stewart and Minerva Teichert.
In addition to artwork, the shop carries antique furniture pieces including clocks, dining sets and couches. An entire dining room from a 19th Century French chateau is also available for purchase. One of the oldest items is a 3rd Century BC Egyptian sarcophagus lid that is 2,300 years old. Recently, Anthony acquired three stained glass windows from a Belgian monastery, which he says are a nice addition to his collection.
Anthony tells me his business is very much family-owned and operated. Because he owns the building outright, operating costs are significantly lower which means he can offer better prices for his customers. Every year Anthony and his son-in-law take several trips to antiques shows in Europe to purchase more items to add to their collection. Anthony is selective in the items he buys and says they must be the right price and highest quality.
More than one well-traveled customer has commented on the breadth of items found in Anthony's Fine Art and Antiques. The shop has also been a draw for collectors from around the world. Even though he has been involved with other industries, Anthony says he counts himself lucky to be in the antique business.
For Zions Bank, I'm Fred Ball. I'm speaking on business.
