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The Relevance of Waterford Crystal in Today's Households

Collector Highlights | PUBLISHED 02.02.23 | Jennifer Ventresca
 | BRG

Waterford 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.

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Eight Must Haves to Help Refresh Your Living Room with Phaedra Brown

Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 02.01.23 | Tam Tran
In this week’s edition of Complementary. Guest Curations, we challenged Phaedra Brown, self-professed lover of color and pattern to select current online auction’s items to inspire you to achieve a living room refresh in 2023.  | BRG

In this week’s edition of Complementary. Guest Curations, we challenged Phaedra Brown, self-professed lover of color and pattern to select her favorite online auction items to inspire you to refresh your living room decor.

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Four Reasons to Love the Single Owner Designer Goods Charity Collection

Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 11.19.22 | Jennifer Ventresca
BRG's rare Burberry glove leather gladiator trench coat (item #232986) | BRG

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.

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Abstract Art Helps Artist Wiley Johnson Cope with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Collector Highlights | PUBLISHED 11.11.22 | Jennifer Ventresca
 | BRG

John “Wiley” Johnson Jr. is an American artist who has Autism Spectrum Disorder. Although he began painting around 2009, it wasn't until the beginning of 2020 that the world began to recognize him as an emerging artist with his first solo exhibition.

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10 Things to Love About Antique Tiffany Studios Lamps

Design & Decor | PUBLISHED 10.15.22 | Jennifer Ventresca
10 things to love about vintage and antique Tiffany Studios Lamps | BRG

From the trademarked Tiffany blue box filled with beautiful jewelry to the kaleidoscope of colors achieved in their coveted and cherished stained glass works of art, there are a lot of things to love about Tiffany and Tiffany Studios pieces. Today we are focusing on 10 things to love about vintage and antique Tiffany lamps hailing from Tiffany Studios.

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Vintage Nakashima Furniture Collection in Exceptional Sale

Collector Highlights | PUBLISHED 10.08.22 | Jennifer Ventresca
 | BRG

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.

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The Best Places to Shop Estates, Antiques, Vintage and Consignment Pieces in Greenwich, CT

City Shopping Guide | PUBLISHED 10.01.22 | Jennifer Ventresca
Various items inside an antique and vintage consignment shop | BRG

Are 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.

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Bridgehampton, NY Time Capsule Home - Estate of Jay Paul - Part I

On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 09.21.22 | Jennifer Ventresca
 | BRG

Pristine 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.

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30 Elements to Creating a Collected, Vintage Folk-Art Forward Decor

Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 09.20.22 | Tam Tran
Kaitlyn Coffee showcases her collected, vintage folk-art forward design aesthetic to inspire you to do the same | BRG

If you're drawn to a collected, vintage folk art forward design style, Kaitlyn Coffee will inspire you to find unique, quality items for your home decor. See her top 30 guest curation of the best vintage finds.

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The Essential Design Guide to Mixing Vintage & Modern

Complementary. Guest Curations | PUBLISHED 08.29.22 | Tam Tran
Creating Lively Charm in Homes with Libby Cameron | BRG

In this edition of Complementary. Guest Curation, Libby selects current online auctions’ offerings that highlight her design aesthetic. You can use her designs for inspiration along with any of Libby’s top picks to easily achieve a similar design style in your home.

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