Welcome to Swan & Lado – an online concept store and gallery for art, antiques, and design. Founded by artists and collectors.
We believe in ensouled things. In slow craftsmanship as a healing instrument – for homes, souls, and communities. We mean it.
Is your home a reflection of who you are, or has it fallen behind because your job is too demanding, or because you simply don’t know where to begin?
We’re not here to sell you pseudo-esoteric nonsense (read James Hillman). We’re not crazy enough to blame mass production for all sins – but we do believe that balance can be rediscovered in the past.
We believe that a few real things in your home can spark a complete slow remake. Yes, slow. Because creating a home can’t be done in a month. But once you start replacing things with pieces you love, you’ll notice a difference within a year. Think of it as domestic psychotherapy. It can start with something small: a painting, a mirror, a vase. Perhaps you’ll suddenly follow the colour palette of that one piece – or combine what seems uncombinable.
What we don’t believe in: homes that have been ‘designed’ in a hurry – perfect, cold, uniform. No, we don’t sell design. We have better things to do. What we do want is to help you start your own design process, slowly. Begin by replacing one thing you hate with something you love, and you’re already on your way. Send us a message – tell us who you are and show us photos of the space you’d like to transform. We’ll curate an art box for you: a unique combination of a modern or antique artwork (painting or print) and two pieces of applied art (for example, ceramics or glass), tailored to your budget. (And yes, good art can be affordable.) Pieces that belong together and set the transformation of your space in motion. Not what you expected? No problem – returns within two weeks are absolutely fine.
Or simply take a look at our webstore.
We’re also happy to think along about what your home might be missing – and if necessary, we’ll find that unique piece for you. We have the contacts, knowledge, taste, and time. We also offer an online space for artists we admire – both emerging voices and established names.
