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Mad About Mid Century Modern

Design & Decor | PUBLISHED 01.04.19 | Jennifer Ventresca

Long before the mid century modern movement began (centuries before actually), one of the worlds greatest minds, Leonardo da Vinci once said, “Simplicity is the ultimate form of sophistication.” We wonder, would he be awed by the blending of sleek lines and the elegance of organic shapes found in mid century modern designs of this era?

Seven Things That Would Make Carrie Bradshaw Swoon

Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 09.14.18 | Jennifer Ventresca

When most people think of BRG, they envision highly decorative furnishings, art, and antiques. But there’s so much more to our offerings, as is the case with our Single Owner Couture Collection. As part of our day-to-day estate work, we come across clients that have modestly sized couture collections, but this collection would make even the most hardened "Carrie Bradshaw types" swoon.

A Taste of Fairfield - Part I

BRG Happenings | PUBLISHED 09.25.17 | Jennifer Ventresca

If you are a Fairfield County local it is possible that you have already heard radio spots promoting the upcoming Taste of Fairfield event taking place on Sunday, October 8th at the Delamar Southport. You may have even heard "Black Rock Galleries" mentioned a time or two. Well, we are delighted to once again be a part of this fun

Historic Southport CT Estate Contents In Auction

On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 09.13.17 | Jennifer Ventresca

We recently were contacted by the owners of "Restmore," an exquisite multi-generational Warner Hill Road estate in Southport, CT. This stately home is listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. The family needed help in liquidating the contents of this estate ...

Labor Day and Estates

BRG Happenings | PUBLISHED 09.01.17 | BRG Staff

The "working man's holiday," a.k.a. Labor Day has its roots in New York City in the 1880s as part of the burgeoning labor movement. It was a day designed to celebrate those whose labors helped (and continue to help) our nation remain strong in innovation, infrastructure,