Tag Archives: Antiques Baton Rouge
Shhh! A Surprise Mother’s Day Guest Post
Unbeknownst to my mother, Inessa Stewart, I decided to take over the blog today in order to bring you a selection of Mother’s Day gift ideas. With Mother’s Day right around the corner, now is …
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The Romance of the Past Enchanting the Present
“Romance is the glamour which turns the dust of everyday life into a golden haze. ” – Elinor Glyn Have you had a chance to see new February issue of Grand Luxe magazine? Well, it …
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New Year, New Shipments & New Giveaway
Have you visited our web site lately? John is uploading new photos of amazing new finds from our latest buying trips. Dozens of new photos are appearing in the New Antique Arrivals section every day. …
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Antiques in Style ~ A Renaissance in Fashion
September is here, and fall is fast approaching while the end of the summer hangs heavy in the air. Early autumn in the South is almost like an extension of the balmy summers, but we can look forward to the promise of cooler evenings and crisp mornings ahead.
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Antique Pewter ~ Precious Metal of Charm
The history of wide use of antique European pewter dates back to the 11th century, also termed the Middle Ages, when pewter came into vogue to grace the tables of royalty and nobility for daily use as decorative tableware. Pewter is a very soft pliable alloy in which the predominant (at least 92%) ingredient is tin and it has been a part of world history even before the Middle Ages.
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Antique Workbenches ~ Not Just for the Shop
If you are an antique collector or were lucky to inherit a piece of antique furniture from your family or friend, that antique item was most probably made on a wood craftsman’s workbench. The antique …
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Antique of the Week ~ Country French Buffet a Deux Corps
Normandie is a storied region of France, as famous for its gastronomic delights as it is for its French antiques. Furniture making in Normandie flourished as early as the 17th century, as Norman maritime commerce brought prosperity to the region. The skillful artisans of Normandie developed a distinctive, unique Country French style over the course of time, and are renowned for elaborate carvings celebrating the natural beauty of the region and the blessings of provincial life.
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Antique of the Week ~ Country French Armoire
Literally, a cabinet for armor, the antique armoire we enjoy today has a long and rich history in France, most particularly in the provinces where skilled artisans used hand tools to produce works of art that have decorated homes for centuries. Each of the provinces tended to develop unique style motifs and Brittany is no exception. The residents of the Bretagne peninsula have a long history of association with the sea. Their furnishings were adorned with carvings relating to the sea, their Christian religious beliefs, their aspirations, and in general the joys of rural life.
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Know Your French Antique Furniture ~ Part 2
The end of 17th century and throughout the 18th century was a dynamic period in design for antique French furniture. We are covering this period in our second part of this historic series. What started out as an extravagant Baroque style in Italy spread throughout the courts of Europe and is exemplified by the work of Bernini in Italy and by the palace of Versailles. This highly ornate Louis XIV style was followed by a still lavish Rococo period. Romantic and sensual Louis XV style was later abandoned and Classicism sprang forth. Following this general overview we will continue by examining each style in more detail, exploring its traits and historical significance.
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Antique of the Week ~ Desk or Bureau
An antique desk, or as the French call it bureau plat, is a highly desirable antique, being relatively rare. In fact, I am often asked by our clients the reason for this scarcity.
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