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San Francisco, CA
Richard Gervais, proprietor of the Richard Gervais Collection located in San Francisco, is a dealer in ethnic and folk art from S.E. Asia, whom I have known for many years. I have found Richard to be a most generous, even gracious fellow who not only makes the world’s artistic bounty both available and affordable, but who spends most of his waking hours pursuing these items with an admirable degree of reverence for the old traditions from which they spring. As a forensic psychologist and old Philippine hand myself, I sometimes cast a jaundiced eye upon the doings of certain dealers who are blinded by money or ego, often both. Richard does not fit into this category by any means. I have likewise had the pleasure of encountering him on the road in Southeast Asia, where he certainly knows how to enjoy himself as he goes about his business. And even though the number of bona fide tribal artifacts is fading away in many parts of the world, one can always find among Richard’s extensive inventory that special item, be it decorative or ethnographic, that will warm the cockles of someone’s heart. It is a pleasure to engage with him, be it for business or for pleasure. He is, need I add, a gentleman and a scholar and a peach of a guy.
Jonathan E. French, Ph.D. - Clinical Psychologist |
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Santa Fe, New Mexico
GONE GLOBAL???? Richard Gervais was “global” long before that word entered the vernacular. He was exploring parts of the world that most of us never heard of 40 years ago, and has been a pioneer in the antique and import business. Now, with his exciting NEW WEBSITE, he has gone GLOBAL again!! We can “travel” with him on the net. A tour of the site is truly an odyssey….fasten your seat belts!!
I’ve known Richard for 20 years. First as a Collector, and then as a Colleague (when I opened my own import business) He was, and continues to be, my “go to” for clients and my own formidable collecting habit! We’ve traveled together, and shopped together (he always gave me first dibs). Richard’s knowledge of exotic cultures is close to encyclopedic, and he is unfailing in his willingness to share this expertise with both customers and colleagues.
The Richard Gervais Collection has been a noted resource for designers, collectors, retailers and wholesalers for decades. He continues to do what he always has done…. making the marvelous and the exotic available to us….without all the hassle.
Robbie Williams - Design & Resource Consultant |
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Saratoga, California
Richard's warehouse is a journey into a beautiful museum where you can actually purchase one or more of the objects and take it home. I have done so, many times and have spent many hours enjoying my new views. His collection encompasses so many wonderful items that you can go back time and time again and each time see something completely new. Spend a day here and pleasure your senses. I love it.
Dodi Benaron - Retired Psychologist & Therapist |
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San Francisco, California
Several of Richard's items have been regularly displayed in my home for over 15 years and have become treasures that I would not part with ever. His collection changes constantly and his many trips around the world continue to enhance it regularly, particularly his yearly buying trips to the Far East. Richard has been in the antique business for some forty years and is considered an expert in the field. You can tell that by the many unique items he stocks for sale as well as for his personal collection. You're sure to be pleased with the personal service you'll receive on your first and many subsequent visits to his gallery and display warehouse.
Ron Rod - Computer Systems Designer & Programmer |
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Berkeley, California
To visit Richard Gervais's amazing collection is to take a mini-tour of the world. As a painter/designer I enjoy the visual thrill of surveying his carefully selected objects arranged skillfully in his showrooms and home gallery. I have had the privilege of working with Richard both professionally as an artist and as his client. He is an intelligent and informed importer who is interested in the history and meaning of his collectibles respecting the cultures he travels to and imports from. When you work with Richard you are not just buying a decorative object but a treasured and respected bit of the history of a culture.
Patricia Dreher - Artist & Designer |
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