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Get French Country Style with These Must-Have Decor Finds
Design & Decor | PUBLISHED 05.25.23 | Tam TranAre you someone who appreciates the timeless elegance of French country decor? Do you want to infuse your home with the warmth of rustic charm and vintage treasures? If so, we hope to inspire you with pieces that can be sourced through online estate auctions.
Continue ReadingVintage & Antique Wedding Gifts: The Ultimate Guide
Tips & Guides | PUBLISHED 05.22.23 | Jennifer VentrescaIn this ultimate guide for finding vintage and antique wedding and engagement gifts, we'll explore vintage engagement gift ideas. From online estate sales and auctions to antique and consignment stores, unique, rare and collectible finds make thoughtful, meaningful, and unique engagement party party gifts and wedding presents for brides and grooms alike.
Continue ReadingGet Inspired: Six handpicked French Decor Pieces by Leah Kroeber
Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 03.10.23 | Tam TranJoin us as we discover the stunning pieces Leah Kroeber handpicked to showcase the beauty and elegance of French country-inspired décor. Be inspired to create your own curated home filled with one-of-a-kind treasures sourced from online estate auctions!
Continue ReadingThe Relevance of Waterford Crystal in Today's Households
Collector Highlights | PUBLISHED 02.02.23 | Jennifer VentrescaWaterford Crystal transcends Irish heritage and was a staple in households of the wealthy and the aristocracy. But as times changed, so have the uses and relevance of Waterford Crystal in today's households. Discover Waterford's relevance and modern uses.
Continue ReadingVintage Nakashima Furniture Collection in Exceptional Sale
Collector Highlights | PUBLISHED 10.08.22 | Jennifer VentrescaBlack 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.
Continue ReadingThe Best Places to Shop Estates, Antiques, Vintage and Consignment Pieces in Greenwich, CT
City Shopping Guide | PUBLISHED 10.01.22 | Jennifer VentrescaAre you an antique enthusiast looking for unique and timeless pieces to add to your collection? Look no further than Greenwich, CT! With a rich history and affluent population, Greenwich offers a plethora of estate sales, antique shops, vintage boutiques, and consignment stores that are sure to satisfy your shopping cravings. Here are some of the best places to shop for estate, antique, vintage, and consignment pieces in Greenwich, CT.
Continue ReadingBridgehampton, NY Time Capsule Home - Part II - 50 Reasons to 'I Spy' the Estate of Jay Paul
On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 09.24.22 | Jennifer VentrescaWho says only children can enjoy a good ‘I spy’ game? In the BRG estate version of I Spy, we take a look at a June 1982 edition of House in the Hamptons magazine article featuring the fabulous Bridgehampton, NY home of Jay Paul. What you can spy with your grown-up eye?
Continue ReadingBridgehampton, NY Time Capsule Home - Estate of Jay Paul - Part I
On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 09.21.22 | Jennifer VentrescaPristine white sand beaches. Elegant restaurants. Posh dinner parties. Outrageous beach bashes. Multi-million dollar waterfront homes. Such was the 1980's summer lifestyle for jet setters and NYC yuppies. Locals, however, enjoyed a quieter pace – choosing to settle permanently into Long Island’s East End. One such person included Jay R. Paul who designed and built his own French villa paradise in Bridgehampton.
Continue ReadingRaleigh's Best Places to Shop Estates, Antiques, Vintage and Consignment Pieces
City Shopping Guide | PUBLISHED 02.28.22 | Connor LemieuxIf you are asking where to find antiques near Raleigh or places to shop for the best antique and vintage finds, the Raleigh area has what you want! From vintage pieces, antique furniture, fine furniture and decorative accents to luxury designer fashion and jewelry, we have some of the best places in Wake County to shop luxury estate sales, antiques, vintage, and consignments at non-retail prices.
Continue ReadingVictorian House Styles: An Era of Unique Design
Design & Decor | PUBLISHED 01.28.22 | Alison Bentley (Guest Blogger)Picture a dollhouse – a colorful exterior, several stories high, gabled roof, highly decorative details, maybe even a tower – and you’ve just envisioned a Victorian style home. From their iconic exteriors, to their opulent interiors fit for a queen, Victorian houses are a unique home style that stands out from the rest. Whether you’re looking to buy your first home in Chicago, IL or are fascinated by the popular house styles across the US, a Victorian home should be on your list of must-sees.
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