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Jewelry Part I - Jewelry Word Power
Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 11.09.20 | Jennifer VentrescaIf you've ever wanted to journey into the world of gemology and all things blingy, then you won't want to miss this eight part BRG jewelry series: "Bring on the Blingology" starting with this fun quiz on some basic jewelry terms. It's time to test your jewelry word power.
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 ReadingHowdy, Dallas. Here We Come!
BRG Happenings | PUBLISHED 09.08.20 | Jennifer VentrescaWhat’s bigger than Dallas? Nothing. Which is why BRG is headed to the Lone Star State with our newest warehouse and showroom ... BRG-Dallas. Click to discover more about BRG-Dallas.
Continue ReadingUpdate: The Bald & the Beautiful
BRG Happenings | PUBLISHED 05.10.20 | Jennifer VentrescaThe coronavirus may have delayed the snip of sharp scissors and the whirring hum of the electric razor for the daughter of BRG's managing partners, Gemma, but this brave fifth grader has officially bared her beautiful bald head....
Continue ReadingJewelry Box Detox
Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 04.08.20 | Jennifer VentrescaBaubles 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.
Continue ReadingSanford L. Batkin: Activist, Collector, & Renaissance Man
On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 02.19.20 | Jennifer VentrescaOver the years, we have serviced thousands of estates and their respective families. It's not often that we see estates that fall into the "veritable time capsule" category for the quality of their collections. When we do, we like to highlight them in a special way. But, the real story often comes to light when we dig beyond the tangible "stuff" contained within the estate -- when we get an in-depth glimpse at the person behind the estate. Such is the case with Sandy.
Continue ReadingFrom Boston to New York and Back Again
On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 01.17.20 | Jennifer VentrescaExposure to tens of thousands of fine works of art over the course of a curator's 30 years career gives her a very discerning eye for detail and quality. This is most certainly the case for one renowned former Museum of Fine Arts Boston curator, Barbara Stern Shapiro, as evidenced in her lifetime personal curation ... from Boston to New York and back.
Continue ReadingThe BRG Family Christmas Celebration
BRG Happenings | PUBLISHED 12.19.19 | Jennifer VentrescaDark went the night. The soft golden glow of candles flickering. A band playing holiday standards. The cacophony of conversation. Tonight is going to be a good night. How could it not be a good night? When you're surrounded by family it's better than good -- and we are family!
Continue ReadingSinging the Blues: Rethinking Your Color Scheme
Design & Decor | PUBLISHED 12.10.19 | Jennifer VentrescaAnyone who knows me, knows that I am a blue girl. If I'm out shopping, I immediately gravitate towards all things blue (patterned, printed, solid). My children roll their eyes anytime I stop to look at something blue, with a quick roll of their eyes and an under-the-breath utterance of "of course you'd stop for that!" I wasn't always open about being a blue girl....
Continue ReadingWorst Moving Mistakes & How to Avoid Them
Tips & Guides | PUBLISHED 07.08.19 | Jennifer VentrescaThe summer moving season is in full-swing for down-sizers, up-sizers, and new home buyers. Making the big move can be expensive and stressful for the most stout-hearted people. If you're making any of these mistakes, you could be making things worse for yourself. Learn how to avoid these moving mistakes....
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