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Alexander Calder's Art in Home Decor: Add Movement & Style

Design & Decor | PUBLISHED 12.31.23 | ADMIN
Alexander Calder (1898-1976, American) Our Unfinished Revolution, Special Edition, 1975-76 (ITEM#220789, Hammer $6100) | BRG

Delve into the art of Alexander Calder and its seamless integration into home decor. From dynamic mobiles to prints and sculptures, uncover how Calder's versatile creations breathe life and elegance into your living spaces.

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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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The Art of Antique Hunting: Amal Kapen's Timeless Treasures

Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 10.20.23 | Tam Tran
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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.

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Luxury within Reach: Ashley Piomelli’s Guest Curation

Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 10.11.23 | Tam Tran
Ashley Piomelli and her puppy's image is inset over a French-inspired room with large crystal chandelier, faux fireplace with large gilt mirror, and a vignette of works of art layered atop a mahogany chest of drawers. | BRG

Luxury isn’t always about the price tag; it’s about curated elegance, meticulous detailing, and stories that each piece whispers. Ashley Piomelli, interior designer and creative genius behind Spackle and Shine, curates her favorite lots. If you wonder how to transform your living space without breaking the bank, continue reading.

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When Does Something Become Antique? A Guide for Antique Furniture, Rugs, Jewelry, and More

Tips & Guides | PUBLISHED 10.08.23 | Jennifer Ventresca
A vignette of antiques in an antique store contains a mahogany chest of drawers with brass pulls, two oversized covered ginger jars with Moroccan or Middle Eastern design motifs in blue, yellow, green, and white, a pair of green marble-like stone carved f | BRG

Antiques are beautiful and valuable objects that stand the test of time. But when does something become an antique? Explore the definitions of antiques

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How to Find & Buy Antiques: A Guide for Sourcing Great Antiques

Tips & Guides | PUBLISHED 10.08.23 | Jennifer Ventresca
A vignette of antiques including chairs, lamps, leather sofa, oversized painted screens inside the Showroom at BRG-Bridgeport. | BRG

Discover tips on how to find and buy antiques from reputable sources. This is a must-read for anyone interested in antiques.

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Exploring Nature's Artistry: Dr. Zahl's Mineral Egg Collection

Collector Highlights | PUBLISHED 09.30.23 | Jennifer Ventresca
One of four unique and colorful jasper stone eggs with wooden stands (item #256291) from the estate collection of Dr. Paul Zahl | BRG

What do the world’s tallest tree, giant 3’ frogs, washtub-sized flowers, the first known African albino gorilla, giant ants of South America, and an extensive collection of mineral eggs have in common? Dr. Paul Arthur Zahl: explorer, scientist, writer, and collector!

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Unveiling Earth’s Historical Treasures: Estate Minerals

Collector Highlights | PUBLISHED 09.09.23 | Jennifer Ventresca
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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.

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Curated with Jennifer Evans: Brown Wood Furniture Treasures

Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 09.07.23 | Tam Tran
Jennifer Evans' image is inset over an image of one of her designs of a fireplace mantle vignette. | BRG

Discover Jennifer Evans of Manor South's captivating guest curation, celebrating her unwavering passion for 'old brown wood' furniture. Dive into a world where timeless elegance meets rustic charm. Explore her expert insights today!

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Master of Rural Serenity Artistry: Daniel Ridgway Knight

Collector Highlights | PUBLISHED 08.28.23 | Jennifer Ventresca
The family party consisting of mother, baby and a young boy are painted with fine level details and crisp brushstrokes leave the viewer gazing in wonder. Signed and inscribed Ridgway Knight / Paris to the lower right corner. | BRG

Delve into the life, art, aesthetic, and the collectibility and value of Daniel Ridgway Knight, whose work continues to delight art enthusiasts and collectors alike. Knight's unique approach to depicting rural life, his masterful use of light and color, and his skillful brushwork left an indelible mark on the art world.

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