Antique Shopping for The Abandoned Convent

Billy and I shop for Antiques at the Rue Des Antiquaires in Domfront.
Address: Rue du Mont Saint-Michel, 61700 Domfront en Poiraie, France.

[@TheFiown]

You could fashion a base in oak and perhaps the first step of the spiral stair as it's such a good price and style.

[@WingedHeron]

I was thinking the same. Depending on where the doorways are even a wood platform

[@karinbergman1646]

Same 🌷

[@karinbergman1646]

@@WingedHeron same🌷

[@williamcapp448]

My thoughts exactly.

[@sandrataylor7294]

Over the boarder in Spain there a many forges that could replicate a few more stairs very cheaply, I had a cast iron staircase made for me to my design here in Spain

[@LJCasey-sd4eu]

That Laurel and Hardy masks were adorable!!!! 😊. Such amazing finds in that shop

[@LarcR]

I would have bought them.

[@LJCasey-sd4eu]

@@LarcR They were pretty cool! I'm guessing that Billy and Ryan are too young to know who they were 😂😂😂

[@user-vb6gl6nf7c]

Yeah, I was thinking the same thing. Maybe, they should look up their movies for a vintage cinematic experience.

[@kathyeggert1983]

You could always do a stone base then it looks like you could add a few steps at the top and also extend the main pole.

[@donnalewis4895]

That mannequin is a friend of Alexander's. You could tell by not a hair out of place although his wardrobe needs Alexander's touch. Gorgeous staircase. It is a shame you couldn't put the staircase on a pedestal. You need the cog lamp for your desk in the convent,it would go great with the brick wallpaper.

[@dianalewis8548]

I thought the same thing.

[@karinbergman1646]

Definitely!!!

[@brianleonard6025]

Great to see you back Ryan on a regular basis. Billy is such an amazing caretaker and revitalizer of these Amazing Properties! The Chateau has been a breathtaking transformation and his antique choices are stunning! I can't believe the Convent Chapel and the lighting he's installed! Wow👏

[@mskellycareless]

Remember the spiral staircase has to be big enough for all the people of the gallery to exit the building in case of fire. I am sure your local fire dept. will let you know that there are regulations that have to be kept for the fire code. Best of luck finding one that big!

[@helenstella2666]

That light you like Ryan … I can picture that in your office … it would be perfect 👍 💡

[@jeanniewaters8465]

You two go to the most incredible Brocantes!!! I am soooo incredibly jealous!!

[@matthewfocke5360]

My great aunt had a lifelong friend who lived with her from mi-life to the end. They both were married earlier in life. Friends from 7 years of age...Friends are precious treasures, as long as you both have your own space. You both have many spaces. Life is short...Enjoy.

[@kathyastrom1315]

I always love seeing entire bits of buildings in an antique shop. About 25 years ago, my mom and I were looking through a store in rural Illinois when I saw a church pulpit, complete with the staircase leading up to it. I forget what type of wood was used, but the detail in the carving and construction was terrific. The same store also had two gorgeous armchairs in dark walnut and dark green upholstery suitable for a Victorian library or men’s smoking lounge on the Titanic. I loved those chairs-too bad I was flat broke at the time. Also, moving them to my later apartments would have been a pain.

[@deirdreball3731]

My favorite kind of video! I could look at antiques all day

[@OncleJer]

Ryan, my beautiful man, I'm so happy to see those daily vlogs from you

[@deborahmarion9038]

Antique shopping with Billy & Ryan via video is the safest way for me to antique shop. ❤ Antique shopping is my favorite kind of shopping. The green pair of chairs were priced nicely. So many beautiful things! Thank you for taking us along.

[@KarenSmith958]

A lectern ... An impressive one!

[@bonniesteinke6624]

I absolutely loved that 1920s suitcase! I have been looking for one like that for my son’s classroom for his travel 🧳 themed decor.🥰

[@jessicakoster2543]

That artisan light had a real steampunk feel to it.

[@lorriehall7243]

Your videos are really just getting better. Keep up the good work!

[@loisannward]

I'm so glad you are back. Missed you being with Billy and everyone else. Loved your travels but happier that your back...

[@chalkncheeseneeds723]

The lamp with the black claw foot base was made from a mantel clock. Those are booths rented by different sellers hence the different looks and themes

[@lisaakinlabi]

LOVE that shop! LOVE the staircase! Like Louise Albrecht said already - Billy could build a platform with a few stairs and put the spiral stairs on top to get the height.

[@loredelore7286]

Ryan, you need to open your own Brocante!

[@kathy7718]

I used to love antiquing in my younger days! The French antique shops are wonderful and have so many beautiful and unique items! Just looking at everything while you pan around the rooms is amazing! Loved today!!

[@meganhall1306]

Shame the staircase didn’t fit as it was lovely, So many beautiful antiques in the brocantes. Hope Billy’s ok, seemed a bit more subdued than usual xxx💕💕

[@dianayavetz6286]

How did you learn so much about antiques, Ryan? I love all your commentary as you shop! Also good slow camera work

[@shirleyharold1698]

Laurel and Hardy masks, I love them ❤️. The stair case is beautiful and I loved many of the chairs and lamps

[@annettesharrock1236]

Oh what a shame the staircase to short , Dare say you Ryan and Billy will find one😘

[@juliehinkel608]

I was really hoping the staircase would fit. If finding one tall enough, I do wonder if building up a base of beautiful wooden steps would be viable? You’ve been lucky so far so I’d wait a bit to see if the correct size falls into your lap.

[@marshawargo7238]

I think they should measure the one next door & find out about buying that one. I kinda wonder if it came from the Convent.(wouldn't surprise me if it did)

[@louisealbrecht3066]

Hi Ryan! Love the antiques! Please tell Billy if the spiral staircase is to short, maybe he can built a small platform with a few steps and attach it to the base of the staircase, just a thought! Hate for you to miss out on that great staircase just because it's too short! All the best with it! 😁

[@lisaakinlabi]

This is exactly what I just said to my son - I would do that for sure!

[@marshawargo7238]

Kinda like a landing? Or an extension that's different but similar?

[@sallycarpenter1584]

Thanks Ryan and Billy,I also loved all the chairs,you picked out,i would have a great time reupholstering them.x

[@icesk8er]

Love the shopping Well I love all of the video 🎉👍🏽

[@margielynch7196]

Love shopping with you guys 😊

[@marianleblanc130]

Thank you for sharing. I can never have enough of watching you guys in the antique stores😘🇨🇦

[@GrammyAllen]

My 9yo grandson told me today that he was going to buy me a chandelier. Such a sweetie! It made me thing of you two and your antiquing. If he ever gets to realistically doing it, I'll have him ask Billy for tips.

[@helenstella2666]

It’s Ryan time … ☺️

[@dianalewis8548]

That antique shop had so many interesting items. You need to get those green chairs for your office. Or the red ones. Too bad about the staircase. You may have to build one? Enjoy your Monday. 😘

[@JaxonsDd007]

That was Laurel and Hardy masks two huge comedians from the Golden age of Hollywood

[@JaxonsDd007]

The light looks like steam punk

[@Randy8923]

. Definitely get one to fit and looks right. Enjoyed.

[@imkane319]

That eagle stand is beautiful and would be perfect for the chapel. Wish I had the money to buy it. Love looking at all the antiques.

[@JulieChave46]

Rather expensive and oversized for a chapel lecture though.

[@Sharon-Me]

I love your trips to antique shops, I always learn something new!

[@ce1581]

Sean can whip up some wooden stairs under the cast iron ones ! Sorry Sean 🤣😊❣️

[@lucyben9173]

Thank you for your videos and thank you for letting people share some ideas here , it has helped me reach over $300,000 in trading by age 24! Thanks. Keep the videos coming. 👍🏽

[@alessandroandrea4732]

Congrats

[@azah336]

Wow what an achievement! Best of luck for the rest of your future, I’m looking forward to being able to invest when I turn 21 in November!

[@azah336]

When did you start investing?

[@lucyben9173]

@@azah336 When I was 20 but you need a finance pro to be successful.

[@azah336]

@@lucyben9173 Please how can I approach your finance pro? I will like to get intouch with them till I turns 21

[@normamurray4450]

Another great video Ryan! Your commentaries are always interesting with a dash of humour. I love it when you and Billy go off antiquing! I like the idea of building a platform of sorts with stairs, then add the staircase?

[@murlthomas2243]

I love the antique shops! Feel free to hit them often!

[@elchinator]

I am still standing by my point: the neighbors staircase has the exact height! You only need a metal saw, black paint, and, oh, Ninja suits!

[@fionamcguinness6125]

🤣🤣🤣

[@annmcdaniel9448]

At least make an offer for it.

[@JaxonsDd007]

Sshhh. Never tell your plan😉😁

[@matthewhaywardorigami]

I remember Michael Petherick looked at that very same spiral staircase in the Rue des antiquaires in one of his videos. He considered it briefly for his cottage.

[@carladejonge4951]

Always a pleasure, Ryan!

[@iamdawt]

That sure was a beautiful spiral staircase and lovely shop you browsed.

[@jerrielynnhartness929]

What a shame the stair case didn’t work . Oh well it wasn’t meant to be maybe a better one will come along ❤Good luck on your find !

[@sheilacasper2030]

I really like looking at the antique shops!

[@christelklinko7683]

So Ryan, Billy, I don’t get my door from the antique store. Instead you want a stair case. 😿 I forgive you, but only because you worked so hard and giving us videos. Thank you for the video Ryan

[@bonniebeingbonnie001]

Maybe you could build a raised platform to bring the stairs higher? That shop has so many neat things.

[@SM1075]

Ryan, in Billy's last video he showed the spiral staircase that is in the neighbours yard/property, if it is obsolete and not used maybe Billy can see if he can take it off them, he could negotiate a good price if they don't need it.

[@marinahoffstrom360]

Hey, you found the faces of Laurel & Hardy! Fun! If you’re Laurel, since Billy said he looks like you 🤷‍♀️, Billy should have said “Well, here’s another nice mess you’ve gotten us into!” 😆

[@ashlynntaylor6045]

I love these trips to antique shops. Those items would be in museums here in Canada. That lamp (12:00) which you loved would be termed “Steam Punk” I think. A mixture of gears, cast iron, and electricity.

[@sandranokes7443]

I'm always amazed at what you find in a French store for used things and what you find here in America. No comparison. Even a basic thing there in France is a piece of history, an object of art. Here there's plastic and old is maybe 100 years. I can't imagine even in France, that finding a spiral staircase is that easy, but there it is, right where Billy needs to find one. Amazing! I wonder if you could build a platform on the floor in the room you need it it, which has a couple of steps and then have the stair case on top of that. I love seeing all the old suitcases. I've seen people use them for their storage. You either stack them up from large to small or I've seen shelving made to hold the suitcases like drawers in a dresser, you just pull them out and open them.

[@deniereynolds6119]

I want to go Brocanting with you guys. How fun that would be.

[@JaxonsDd007]

I know they should have a school right??? Teach a few days then go out in the field with the students..😊 I have a ton of idea and all of them are free🥰

[@terrigaskey7354]

Build a platform for the staircase! Be a chap and run back for the marble topped furniture, it is spectacular!

[@stevebell2403]

you could build a wooden platform with some steps and put the spiral staircase on top of it

[@TruLdy]

Hello Ryan & Billy great shopping you two!

[@ayeshadequeiroz4857]

That orange lamp! I love it! I ❤ 1970s decor.

[@JaxonsDd007]

Same I am a mid-century modern rolled up with groovy 70's and with an antique flare for the dramatic 😀

[@ayeshadequeiroz4857]

@@JaxonsDd007 Yes! It’s so cheerful and groovy. I do love all the beautiful antiques that are in keeping with the style of the château and convent, but I’m also hoping to see gems like that orange lamp.

[@ronmack1767]

Greetings from the US Enjoyed the antique shopping video Ryan. Mention to Billly that you could build a landing with steps to the height you need to make the spiral staircase work. You all take care and God bless.

[@mmsmilenow]

Awe…the spiral staircase would have looked fantastic if it would have fit but, I’m certain you will find a other very soon! So many beautiful things to see!!! ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@hayleyhugo7237]

Another spectacular vicarious shop till you drop session with Life of Ryan❤️ I'm a little coooky I'm afraid of second hand mirrors... 🙈.. But love the trunks and unusual chairs.. 🤩

[@christelleolivier4173]

Fabulous vlog! 🤩

[@annettewalter2273]

I think the Eagle was a very ornate lectern for the chapel.

[@victoriatracey5919]

Oh dear, Ryan …… I wouldn’t be able to go to that antique shop, I think I saw at least a dozen items I loved. You seem to have a penchant for trunks and chairs, I’m rather partial to them myself 🤣 Great video, thanks. 😊

[@wendytotton4048]

I really like that Steam Punk( the brass footed lamp with the gears mounted on it )styled artisan lamp too. You might want to see if the artist has any more Steam Punk pieces. In the USA; that style commands a pretty high price. I am actually glad that I don't live in France; I'd always be spending way too much money in those stores! Lol

[@janscorza7549]

Maybe you could build some kind of spiral platform at the bottom of the spiral staircase.

[@patdowney4984]

Love the shopping x

[@josephinewills8647]

Loved it 👌👏👏👏👏❤️

[@brandispry576]

Wow! The spiral staircase is absolutely stunning. I don’t think it’s tall enough for the convent though. I hope it is!!!!

[@rosemariedeschenes7013]

Like the idea of either building a vase or going to Spain to add to the staircase. Thanks for sharing 😍😘

[@donnalewis4895]

Antique shops lunch horsing around any video is welcomed. Hugs

[@nisar6339]

That was fun! Too bad about the staircase!

[@irenelacour3486]

Maybe he could find 2 shorter staircases and weld the TOGETHER. It is not unheard of that people would do what they had to do to accommodate what they needed a d put it together. It is hard to find to find what is exactly needed. Nice to see you so often now. Have a good day

[@mavep2855]

Close but no cigar! The right spiral staircase will surface in due time as will the chapel bell. Enjoy the search🙏🏼❤️

[@blueice011]

Love antique shop tours! Loved that staircase as well, pity it didn't fit. I'd try to find a wooden one, though, might suit the place better. Stay safe and thanks for the lovely content! XO

[@frangeorge5962]

That spiral staircase could have a large thick cement rounded base to help anchor it. That could add another 8 inches easy. I think it's safe where it is for now. Get your measurements and wait for your cash infusion.

[@thomaskaufmann3306]

You must have been there just after or shortly before we patronized that same brocant as we purchased the grandfather clock which was just left of the staircase, and the table that had the boars head sitting on it as well as some items in the adjoining store. It was our third visit and operated by a great group of individuals. The English couple there on Sunday were extremely helpful. If possible, could you please give us names of other brocants in the area as we are new to the Mayenne and just purchased a chateau in the area. Thank you, we enjoy your videos.

[@elainemarion751]

Hi Ryan! Would you please show the glassware more the French are known for that! I love the vases you very quickly showed and that wooden ouija board in the background by the chairs looked quite interesting, love ya

[@caroltarpley6827]

I think you and billy need a new name for the convent as it is no longer abandoned. It is obviously very loved.

[@paperchaser9565]

I love going to antique shoppes with you

[@annamichelle3248]

That spiral staircase was amazing! Too bad it was too short.

[@laurariley308]

Crazy if you could find the original staircase.. spirals are so cool and detailed beautifully. Seriously love that one if it was possible.

[@garyproctor7385]

Great shopping 💗

[@sjovmedblomster]

There are some incredibly good antique markets you visit... I have to go to France and antique hunting once we have finished renovating our farm... in about 10 years 🤣

[@jolombardi1391]

Loved this maybe the viewers know of one .How fun maybe someone knows about a bell.cant wait

[@carolynmehlow611]

Love to watch you two in antique shops.

[@user-vb6gl6nf7c]

Billy and Ryan: There are foundries that will make cast iron or even wrought iron spiral staircases, like Sean was talking about. They sell them by the section, so you buy what you need, if the purpose is the function, not necessarily the antique age of the pieces. I also bet a foundry would know where you can get an antique staircase of the *type that you are looking for, since that’s a specialized market.

[@bettyebell2835]

Love strolling through your antique shops. Sad that the staircase was too short. Keep looking! Texas, USA 🇺🇸

[@JaxonsDd007]

I am here in Tx as well..Heading to France soon again..You really should get over there it is pretty amazing.I always thought I would end up in Ireland I explored it for living in 8 different times but now I hope it is France instead..The weather is just slightly better.😉

[@lyricsdebra]

You could Build a 3 step wooden base…cement centred then place the spiral case under It. Maybe find some cool antique spindles to go around the base … could be quite unique

[@evahartle854]

I love when you visit the antique shops

[@marybeshay8504]

Lovely seeing you both today enjoyed the trip

[@hildahill3348]

Great you remember your Australian viewers

[@lizstevenson7801]

I loved so many antique things in that shop, you also pan slowly enough for us to get a good look at everything. Shame about the bell and the spiral staircase, but it wasn't ment to be this time around. I enjoyed that very much 💕🇦🇺

[@patricianewton4922]

That lamp you pointed out would look good in your office Ryan.

[@LCNWA]

Oh mercy that spiral staircase is Awesome! Can you take it apart & move the size of the stair steps? Did they have it made there if so see if you can adjust it? FYI check they make all sorts of iron in Zaragoza, Spain! It’s well made cause it almost as old as I am! They have them libraries over there right?

[@karinbergman1646]

I estimated it as a 5 meter space. I think it could be possible to build a nice wooden stairway base and set the spiral on top, but, oh, well. Definitely need a bigger bell too. Drats. Just have to keep looking! But the iron spiral staircase is a beauty. 💗

[@kayradford3793]

Great episode

[@GrannyV29]

Thank you for posting the conversion. That is really interesting. Love your videos. Don't know how you are doing a daily like this.