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Harry Laurie's Artful Universe

Collector Highlights | PUBLISHED 03.12.24 | Jennifer Ventresca
Vintage photo of Harry Laurie inside a vehicle | BRG

Step into the world of Harry Laurie, a retired UPS employee turned neighborhood icon known for his boundless passion for people and art. Explore his diverse collection and the man who cherished each piece.

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Design Brilliance: Lindsey's Auction Extravaganza

Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 11.03.23 | Tam Tran
Portrait of smiling Lindsey standing in a dining room, wearing a white puff-sleeved shirt, light pink skirt, and a leopard-patterned belt. | BRG

Welcome to a week filled with curated elegance, as Lindsey Coral Harper takes the spotlight as our guest curator. Lindsey curates exquisite items from online auctions and sales, transforming the ordinary into extraordinary.

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Unveiling the Timeless Artistry of Capodimonte Porcelain

Collector Highlights | PUBLISHED 08.28.23 | Jennifer Ventresca
An elaborately decorated and designed circa 19th century exceptional Crown Naples Capodimonte porcelain jewelry casket. | BRG

Step into the world of Capodimonte porcelain, where centuries of artistry and innovation converge. Unveil the history, explore the aesthetics, and delve into the collectibility and value that define these exquisite creations.

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Decking Out Your Mantle With Antique Elements

Design & Decor | PUBLISHED 11.23.21 | Michelle Whitener
A portrait of George Washington surrounded by eclectic holiday design elements creates a historic holiday mantle-scape. | BRG

Designer and lifestyle blogger, Michelle Whitener, guest blogs for BRG as she shares her easy-to-follow styling tips to create a sophisticated and collected historic holiday mantle with a mix of modern touches.

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Creating Sophisticated & Collected Spaces with Michelle Whitener

Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 09.28.21 | Tam Tran
Designer and lifestyle blogger, Michelle Whitener  | BRG

Designer and lifestyle blogger, Michelle Whitener, shares her styling tips on creating sophisticated and collected spaces and her favorite items as our guest curator.

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How to Add Antique & Vintage Pieces to your Stylish Living Room
 with Mary Aspen Richardson

Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 07.14.21 | Guest: Mary Aspen Richardson
Mary Aspen Richardson, an interior design enthusiast and a professional blogger shares her tips on integrating vintage and antique items to create a stylish modern living room | BRG

Although the antique style brings a particular emotional relevance, random placement of such items carries the risk of creating an outdated look in your new modern living room. However, there are several different ways to decorate with antique pieces, while still keeping your home both stylish and timeless - trust me!

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Author, Journalist, Collector: The Estate of Patricia K. Brooks

Collector Highlights | PUBLISHED 06.21.21 | Jennifer Ventresca
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Writer. Activist. Traveler. Critic. The estate collection of Patricia K. Brooks encapsulates the life of this well-rounded, well-traveled woman. Learn more about her life, works, and life's collections.

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BTS Glimpse into a NYC Brownstone

On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 05.18.21 | Jennifer Ventresca
Behind the Scenes Glimpse into a New York City 84th Street Brownstone | BRG

Nothing says "single family living" in a town where living space comes at a premium like a New York City brownstone -- especially when that brownstone is located on the corner of Madison Ave and East 84th. Now, you can get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into a stately 84th Street home filled with old world charm.

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Jewelry Box Detox

Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 04.08.20 | Jennifer Ventresca
Photo by Plush Design Studio from Pexels | BRG

Baubles galore. Funky costume pieces. Fine, delicate gold pieces. Chains, bracelets, anklets, rings, earrings, brooches, pins, and whatnots piled in heaps and twists within the compartments that make up your jewelry box. If that sounds like your jewelry storage, then it's time to "detox" your jewelry box. Learn how here.

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Memorial Day Reflections

BRG Happenings | PUBLISHED 05.24.19 | ADMIN
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"... years later, Memorial Day remains one of America's most cherished patriotic observances. The spirit of this day has not changed - it remains a day to honor those who died defending our freedom and democracy." -- Doc Hastings

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