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BTS Glimpse into a NYC Brownstone
On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 05.18.21 | Jennifer VentrescaNothing says "single family living" in a town where living space comes at a premium like a New York City brownstone -- especially when that brownstone is located on the corner of Madison Ave and East 84th. Now, you can get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into a stately 84th Street home filled with old world charm.
Continue ReadingBreaker of Molds: The Lifetime Works & Personal Collection of Norma Flanagan
Collector Highlights | PUBLISHED 05.08.21 | Jennifer Ventresca"Creating art is a necessary experience in my daily life. It has made me aware of really seeing and feeling everything around me rather than just looking at the world." Discover how Norma Flanagan broke the traditional housewife mold of the era and embarked on a life surround by art.
Continue ReadingCreating an Outdoor Oasis with Quality Second Hand Pieces
Tips & Guides | PUBLISHED 05.01.21 | Jennifer VentrescaDiscover how to transform your outdoor space into a stunning oasis using high-quality secondhand pieces. Learn how to curate a beautiful and sustainable outdoor retreat that reflects your style and respects the environment.
Continue ReadingColored Diamonds of April ... Oh, So Pretty
Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 04.15.21 | Susan LeeperWho says diamonds should be white? Did you know that diamonds come naturally in a wide array of colors and hues ranging from the most common -- browns -- to the extraordinarily rare red diamond? Since the diamond is April's birthstone, we are celebrating the mighty diamond.
Continue ReadingGet an Insider's Sneak Peek at our Fabulous Arlington, TX Online Estate
On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 03.29.21 | Jennifer VentrescaJoin BRG-Dallas' general manager, Lisa Steele, as she presents a first floor estate tour of some of the fabulous items available in our Fabulous Arlington, TX Online Estate.
Continue ReadingClosing the Doors after 40 Years: When World Traveling Antique Dealers Retire
Collector Highlights | PUBLISHED 03.20.21 | Jennifer VentrescaAfter four decades in the antiques industry, renowned and respected antique dealers, Ed and Jane Grant are retiring. The couple supplied their showrooms with antiques and vintage finds from across the globe. Here are some of BRG's staff highlights in the sale.
Continue ReadingJewelry Part VIII: Proper Care, Cleaning, & Storage
Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 03.10.21 | Jennifer VentrescaDid you know that BRG's jewelry department has a GIA graduate gemologist and jewelry expert on staff? We recently sat down with her to learn the best DIYs to properly clean, store, and care for the treasures lying in your jewelry box.
Continue ReadingFormer Attorney, Mayor, and Designer Extraordinaire: The Estate of William "Billie" Durham
On the Auction Block | PUBLISHED 01.11.21 | Jennifer VentrescaA defense attorney and former mayor of Burlington, NC turned interior design firm entrepreneur, William ("Billy") Lewis Durham's career path was diverse, to say the least. He was a life-long connoisseur and collector of fine home furnishings. Billy's passion for home furnishings fed his entrepreneurial spirit and led him to begin two design businesses which sourced, curated, and provided exceptional design, antiques, and extraordinarily well-designed home good items. His name became ubiquitous for fine design in the interior space.
Continue ReadingJewelry Part V - Jewelry & Gemology Primer
Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 01.08.21 | Jennifer VentrescaLarge. Small. Opaque. Clear. Antique. Vintage, Contemporary. Gems come in different shapes, sizes, colors, clarities, and age. Learn some gemology basics in part V of our jewelry series, Bring on the Blingology.
Continue ReadingJewelry Part IV - Jewelry Types
Jewelry & Fashion | PUBLISHED 12.23.20 | Jennifer VentrescaFor millenia, people have sought ways to decorate themselves beyond clothing and textiles. From ancient times to the modern era, jewelry has played a key role in personal adornment -- from rings to necklaces to earrings. Learn about key types of jewelry ....
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