Business Details
49 Years
experience
Your Trusted Art & Antique Experts in Vancouver Since 1977
Established in 1977, Uno Langmann Limited Fine Art Gallery has built an unparalleled reputation as Canada's foremost specialist in European and North American paintings, antiques, and objets d'art from the 17th to early 20th centuries. Our expertise stems from decades of dedicated study and practice, with founder Uno Langmann's journey beginning in 1955 through personal art collection before establishing Vancouver's premier gallery space. We maintain the highest standards of integrity through our membership in the Art Dealers Association of Canada, Canadian Antique Dealers Association, and Canadian Association of Personal Property Appraisal. Our team combines generational knowledge with continuous professional development to serve both private collectors and institutional clients.We offer comprehensive services including acquisitions, appraisals, conservation, and restoration, supported by our extensive reference library and auction records. Our commitment to excellence has earned recognition through the Art Dealers Association of Canada's Lifetime Achievement Award and an honorary Doctor of Laws from the University of British Columbia. We maintain transparency through complimentary verbal evaluations while upholding strict ethical standards in all transactions. Our philanthropic efforts include significant historical photograph donations to UBC Library and cultural artifact preservation for public institutions.
Services
Art Sales
Appraisals
Restoration Services
Antique Sales
Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of specialized expertise in pre-20th century European and Canadian art
- Our team includes certified appraisers with access to comprehensive auction records
- We maintain in-house restoration specialists trusted by public institutions
- Our family-owned business combines generational knowledge with modern practices
- We provide transparent evaluations without hidden fees or commissions
Associations and certifications
- Canadian Antique Dealers Association
- Art Dealers Association of Canada
- Canadian Association of Personal Property Appraisal
What people say
Unmatched expertise
Professional appraisals
Authentic pieces
Personalized service
Historical knowledge
Services
Art Sales
We specialize in authenticating and selling European and Canadian paintings from the 17th to early 20th centuries. Our inventory includes works by notable artists like Peder M. Monsted and Mary Riter Hamilton. We provide detailed provenance documentation and facilitate private sales with competitive commission rates. Our gallery space in Vancouver showcases rotating collections available for immediate acquisition.
Appraisals
As founding members of the Canadian Association of Personal Property Appraisers, we offer certified valuations for insurance, estate planning, and charitable donations. Our appraisers combine auction records with market analysis to deliver accurate assessments. We handle both single-item evaluations and comprehensive collection appraisals for private and institutional clients.
Restoration Services
With 50 years of experience, our conservation department restores oil paintings, watercolors, and antique furniture to original condition. We employ both in-house specialists and external experts for complex projects. Services include cleaning, structural repairs, and period-appropriate framing. Each project begins with a complimentary consultation and detailed estimate.
Antique Sales
Our inventory features authenticated antique furniture, silverware, and objets d'art from the 17th to 20th centuries. Highlights include Georgian mahogany pieces, French ormolu items, and Scandinavian silver collections. We provide authenticity verification and historical context documentation for all antique sales through our Vancouver gallery.
Consultation
We advise clients on assembling quality art collections and institutional acquisitions. Services include market analysis, provenance research, and collection management strategies. Our expertise extends to Canadian cultural property regulations and international art market trends. We maintain relationships with major museums and private collectors across North America.
People
Uno Langmann
Founder
Danish-born Uno Langmann has specialized in European art and antiques since 1955. He established Vancouver's premier fine art gallery in 1977 after operating an antique shop since 1968. Recognized with the Art Dealers Association of Canada's Lifetime Achievement Award and a UBC honorary doctorate, he brings over 60 years of industry experience.
Jeanette Langmann
Second Generation Dealer
Jeanette Langmann has worked in the family business since completing her studies at the University of British Columbia. She specializes in 19th-20th century Canadian art and serves on the Canadian Personal Property Export Review Board. Her expertise includes advising institutions on acquisitions and donations.
Joanne Fink
Fine Art Specialist
Joanne Fink graduated from Sotheby's Institute of Art with a focus on American decorative arts. She contributes to the gallery's expertise in evaluating and selling fine art collections. Her experience includes organizing Vancouver Gallery Hop events and serving on arts committees.
Questions
What types of items do you appraise?
We appraise fine art (paintings, sculpture), antiques (furniture, silver, clocks), and objets d'art from the 17th-20th centuries, including Canadian works up to 1980.
Can you help sell my antiques or paintings?
Yes, we purchase outright and offer consignment services for art and antiques from the 17th to early 20th centuries. Contact us to discuss your items.
Do you offer restoration services?
Yes, our 50-year restoration department handles oil paintings, watercolors, and antique furniture. We provide complimentary consultations before any work.
How can you identify an artwork's creator?
We use our extensive reference library and auction records to identify artists or determine age and origin when signatures are missing or illegible.
What are your gallery hours?
We're open Tuesday-Saturday 10am-5pm by appointment at our Vancouver location on Granville Street.
