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VC09 - Art Gallery Tour

Vancouver - Annual 2009


A "scrolling" tour of some of GuestLife's favorite art galleries.

Vancouver Art Galleries - South Granville Gallery Row
South Granville Gallery Row
The South Granville Gallery Association represents Vancouver’s leading fine art galleries. Located between 5th and 15th Avenue on Granville Street, members showcase artwork ranging from historical masterpieces to established and upcoming artists. Vancouver’s number one destination for art.

Vancouver Art Galleries - Stoneage Art

"Ndebele Chieftain" by Amon Chikumbirike

Stoneage Art Company
Behind the Creekhouse, below the Sandbar Restaurant,
Johnston Street
Granville Island, Vancouver, BC
604-801-5108

StoneAge is proud to present a unique collection of hand carved Shona sculptures from over 250 artists living in Zimbabwe. In our large collection, we have sculptures to suit every taste and budget. From Realistic to Abstract, 8 inches high to 8 feet tall, we guarantee that you will find our artwork astounding. We are a family-run business and are proud to be Zimbabweans helping Zimbabweans.


Vancouver Art Galleries - Petley Jones Gallery

"Dog" by Jack Shadbolt (1909-1998)

Petley Jones Gallery
2235 Granville Street
Vancouver, BC
Tel: 604-732-5353 Toll Free: 1-888-732-5353

Petley Jones Gallery was established in 1986 by Matt Petley-Jones, nephew of the late Canadian and British artist Llewellyn Petley-Jones. Located on Granville Street, in the heart of Gallery Row, the gallery represents leading names in contemporary Canadian art and specializes in 19th and 20th century American, European and Canadian original works of art. Also offered are a range of fine art services, including framing, restoration and appraisals.


Vancouver Culture - Hill's Native Art

Haida Ceremonial Rattle

Eagle Spirit Gallery
1803 Maritime Mews
Vancouver (on Granville Island), BC
Tel: 604-801-5205 Toll free: 1-800-801-5277

Specializing in museum quality Canadian Northwest Coast and Inuit First Nations Art.


Vancouver Culture - Uno Langmann Ltd

"Country Village in the Mountains"
by Farquhar McGillivray Knowles

UNO LANGMANN LIMITED FINE ART
2117 Granville Street
Vancouver, BC
Tel: 604-736-8825 Toll Free: 1-800-730-8825

Celebrating Uno Langmann’s 42nd year in business
This internationally recognized gallery is Canada’s foremost specialist in the finest quality European and North American paintings from the 18th, 19th and early 20th century. The elegant surroundings also showcase a careful selection of antiques.


Vancouver Culture - Peter Tolliday Oriental Carpets

(L) 18th Century Konya | (R) 21st Century Tibetan Wool/Silk

Peter Tolliday Oriental Carpets
2312 Granville Street
Vancouver, BC
604-733-4811

For over 30 years, Peter has traveled the world, seeking out the finest and most beautiful handmade car pets and rugs. We ship worldwide.


Vancouver Culture - Hill's Native Art Gallery

"Sun Mask" by Jacob Lewis

Hill’s Native Art Gallery
165 Water Street
Gastown, Vancouver, BC
Tel: 604-685-4249 Toll Free: 1-866-685-5422

It’s an experience. The Hill’s Gallery is where traditional and contemporary First Nation’s and Inuit art is celebrated and preserved. Discover a captivating atmosphere that inspires with a warm and colourful space adorned with spectacular totem poles, dramatic masks and fine collectibles. A vast and impressive collection has been gathered to truly reflect the unique flavour of BC.





 

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