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October 2024 by tara elaine
Had a good variety of items
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August 2024 by Ingrid Carolina Ramón Parra
Insane curation of vintage furniture, art and decor located in Oakland. I frequented the shop back when it was next door and in a much smaller space. It’s now expanded to a beautiful and generous location (used to be a Bed Bath and Beyond). I went in today and loved their new space and layout.
Most curation falls under mid-century modern and Scandinavian design. Some 80s and 90s as well. Prices are on the mid to higher-end but fair, selection is similarly diverse. This place isn’t a quick-stop though, best enjoyed with time because there is just so much good stuff to look at. I purchased a set of vintage Japanese side tables that are probably my favorite pieces I own at the moment. Great music, too.
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May 2024 by Ella Sophie Bessette
What used to be my all time favorite store in Oakland…. Sadly on my recent attempt to visit I was met with super unfriendly and rude staff working. I won’t be back again :(
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May 2024 by Kira Edwards
Wonderful space and pieces
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February 2024 by Ugo C
Wonderful spot. Amazing selection of vintage finds and antiques. I bought several great pieces from here. Keep it secret. :)
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November 2023 by Aarash Zakeri
Amazing selection of furniture!
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September 2023 by Nicholas McNamara
Great antique shop right next to Jack London square in downtown Oakland. They always have a great selection - and the items are constantly changing which makes frequent visits entertaining. I’ve purchased multiple large furniture items from them. Staff has always been helpful and friendly.The place is also very dog friendly - and my dog always has a friend there when we go (as can be seen from the photos).The place has also been impacted by all of the retail crime that has been hitting Oakland, so definitely great to support their business if you can.
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September 2022 by Natalie C.
Love this place! It's such a cool store with the friendliest staff. Every first Saturday of the month they have an outdoor market. So cool! I went this past Saturday and it was just super hot that we had to go inside. Too bad they didn't put up a tarp or something to block out the Sun because we would have shopped outside for longer than we did. In any case, I would definitely go back sand totally recommend going.
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July 2022 by Julie W.
Excellent selection, well curated, great location. Not overwhelmed with items, really nice pieces feel thoughtfully picked and displayed in a way that lets you visualize how it might be in your space.
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April 2022 by Margaret W.
Eileen was a super trooper today. We sat & chatted about all the wonderful items featured here at Narrative. She was really helpful answering questions & showed me some of the most elegant burl wood side tables I think I've ever seen!
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November 2021 by Gordon Seidoh Worley
got a lot of 80s and 90s stuff
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November 2021 by Ton T
An interesting store with curated furniture, artwork and curios. Towards the back are small artist studios with some works for display.
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September 2021 by Cindy C
This is my favorite store in the east bay. Such a great collection of vintage home decor and furniture. I stop by regularly to see what new treasures have been added and have found some very special pieces.
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August 2021 by Hayley Powers
Small selection of items but perfectly nice and curated. Pricey but the items are niche and nice, just not a ton of options.
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June 2021 by G Gordon Worley III
got a lot of 80s and 90s stuff
