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BRG's Brands Expansion Leads to Welcoming New Team Talent
BRG Happenings | PUBLISHED 10.27.20 | Jennifer VentrescaBRG and all its brands have been expanding both geographically and with talent. We've been very busy over the last month or so with resume reviews, interviews, hiring, and onboarding. Now, we’re thrilled to introduce a large handful of new BRGers to you — from New England to Texas and everywhere in between. BRG - CORPORATE BRG’s marketing communications department is expanding
Continue ReadingLifetime of Globetrotting Leads to Impressive Curation of Photos, Artifacts, Textiles & More
On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 09.29.20 | Jennifer VentrescaWhat do rhythmic drums, gentle waves, distant and echoing roar of lions, local tribes people, and festivals have in common? Everything, for one globe-trotting couple. These are just a small sampling of the exotic sights and sounds that Barbara Paul and her husband experienced. Now see their personal curated collection of artifacts, textiles, and more.
Continue ReadingUnderstanding the BRG Process for Estates and Consignments
Estates 101 | PUBLISHED 09.02.20 | Jennifer VentrescaEvery circumstance behind an estate, moving sale, downsize, and consignment is unique. BRG's streamlined process makes it easy to sell your valuables to get the highest returns possible. Learn more about the BRG process.
Continue ReadingIt’s Moving Day at BRG
BRG Happenings | PUBLISHED 09.17.19 | Jennifer VentrescaIt’s moving day at BRG — well for some, that is. With expansion and business growth comes new responsibilities. Several personnel changes are afoot and we’ve moved some people around! Find out who and where here.
Continue ReadingHow Non-Profits Benefit from Appraisal Consultations
Tips & Guides | PUBLISHED 06.07.19 | Jennifer VentrescaExpertise. Finding value in under-valued items. No fees. It’s never been easier for charitable foundations, organizations, and non-profits to achieve the same benefits seen by others who partner with BRG. Learn more here....
Continue ReadingWhat Lies Beneath...
On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 04.11.19 | Jennifer VentrescaYou’ll never believe what we found in a pile of linens! The other day, our managing partner, Grant, motions for me to come to his office. I can tell from his bemusement and expression that he has some secret or surprise to share. The reason for his jovial spirits is still a mystery -- but not for long.
Continue ReadingWhat do Grant & Christie Have to Share?
On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 02.28.19 | Jennifer VentrescaFind out what Grant and Christie have to share during our auction previews. Join BRG managing partners as they bring you some Exceptional Winter 2019 LIVE Auction highlights...
Continue ReadingFour Reasons (Plus a Bonus) Why the Exceptional Winter 2019 is LIVE
On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 02.13.19 | Jennifer VentrescaWhat is so special about BRG's Exceptional Winter 2019 sale that would have us dusting off the auctioneer podium and gavel in order to run a live auction? Well, you are about to find out!
Continue ReadingRodin Revisited
Collector Highlights | PUBLISHED 12.27.18 | Jennifer VentrescaThe results are in! The Comité Rodin has reached its decision on the authenticity of the Buste de Saint Jean-Baptiste that we offered in auction this past October in our Exceptional Fall Greenwich Auction. It's real! Find out more....
Continue ReadingHigh-End Hoarding - From Hoarder House to Auction House
On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 12.07.18 | Alessandra LeoneHave you viewed hoarder show episodes on cable television, featuring houses packed-to-the-gills with uncountable and indiscernible things, floor to ceiling piles of stuff? Rooms so jam-packed with things from furniture to trash, that the owners must climb above the debris to get to the next room and sleep on weeks-old food covering their beds. These are the homes that horror stories are written about. Or are they?
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