Estate Sales & Auction Blog

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Discover curated elegance with Emily Brownell at Gilded Hearth Interiors. Uncover vintage treasures, delve into bespoke design, and bid boldly for timeless beauty.

In the world of interior design, blending the past and the present is an art form. Few people understand this better than Amal Kapen, of Amal Kapen Interiors, a renowned "new traditionalist" designer based in Cold Spring Harbor, NY. Join as she shares her expertise, design insights, and passion for preserving the charm of antiques in contemporary spaces with this.

A unique voyage awaits those who delve into the realm of estate mineral and rock collections. This realm exists in the world of mineralogy and lapidary arts where the past intertwines with the present.

Jocelyn Polce, founder and principal interior designer of A|O Interiors, strongly believes that space shouldn't just stand the test of time. It should embrace all the joyful chaos life throws your way: kids, pets, and everything in between! Explore vintage treasures, expert tips, and online auction finds in this fun guest curation.

John Phifer Marrs, is a renowned interior designer whose expertise lies in creating exquisite, curated interiors for collectors. As our guest curator, Marrs brings his expertise to offer a unique selection of items, showcasing his keen eye for design and passion for collecting. Explore and be inspired by his exquisite choices.

BRG has some important updates for our customers to know. Our administrative headquarters is moving from our Bridgeport location to Fairfield which leaves plenty of room for our consignment and design showroom to take over our Bridgeport facility with new hours for the public.

It's not often that we acquire such an outstanding single owner collection of designer fashion, jewelry, and luxury goods. The fact that the collection's owner is donating all her proceeds to two animal rescue charities is an extraordinary bonus! Learn more.

When a former NYC opera singer and lifetime collector of luxury goods, designer fashions, and jewelry downsizes her collection to donate her proceeds to charity, people take notice. BRG is there to help with this sale which benefits two animal rescue charities: Horse Plus Humane Society and Rescue Dogs Rock NYC. Learn more.

Black Rock Galleries is pleased to offer a single owner collection of vintage George Nakashima furniture in our upcoming Greenwich Fall Exceptional Sale. This collection comes from the Estate of Joseph Frederick Hoffman, PhD. Over the years, the Hoffman collection grew to over 20 pieces -- some of which are in the fall exceptional online auction.