I’m not sure what artichokes symbolize in literature or art. But this store is definitely named for that green vegetable that finds its way in plastic and other decorative forms all around this place. You can probably deduce from choice of stately vegetable that the place has a decidedly old European feel. Knick knacks like elaborate magnifying glasses are fit for Sherlock Holmes. Rich tapestries in the back take on brooding, dark colors. The artisan soap here struck my fancy – it was the same brand(the name escapes me) they carry at Scandia Down, but the stuff here was at least $ 10 cheaper. They had stuff I didn’t see at Scandia, including frogs, two adorable pigs, dogs, and more.