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A Pair of 19th century French Chenets (Andirons).
A Highly Unusual and Unique Pair of 19th c. Brass and Iron Crowing Rooster (“Coqs Saluaient”) Brass and Iron Andirons, also called firedogs, andiers, and chenets. Most cultures embrace the Rooster as a solar symbol, and a sign of illumination, with the exception of the Nordic and Celtic cultures. Celtic and Norse lore describe the…
Read MoreNapoleon III Ivory Mirror
Circa 1860 Napoleon III period Dieppe ivory mirror of oval form. Ducal coronet over the Manners family crest with the motto of the Order of the Garter, “honi soit qui mal y pense”; Beaded border within a frame of carved oak leaves, lions masks, female terms, shields, cherub terms and scrolls. Cypher with the initials…
Read MoreRare Silver Crab Boxes
1950s Rare Silver Crab Boxes. Whimsical, ornate and unusual this set of rare silver crab boxes were made in Spain. Perfect for a seaside bungalow, the largest crab is 8.5 inches long. Mantiques Modern 146 West 22nd St. New York, NY, 10011 212.206.1494 E-Mail: info@mantiquesmodern.com
Read MoreA Pair of Gilt Metal Garrison Rousseau Benches with Red Leather
PAIR OF GILT METAL GARRISSON ROUSSEAU BENCHES WITH RED LEATHER (1960) Price: $14,000 Measurements: height: 19.5 in./depth: 18 in./width/length: 28 in Cache 8744 Melrose Ave Los Angeles, CA, 90069 Phone: 310-657-0665 jgoodrich@cachecollection.com
Read MoreThe Ultimate Desktop Accessory
A rare and stylish leather and silver-plated desk compendium, or ‘Weather Station’ by Paul Dupré-Lafon (1900 – 1971) for Hermès, the stepped base section covered in hand stitched leather, the compendium fitted with clock, compass, barometer and calendar. Marked HERMES PARIS, French. Designer Notes: Paul Dupré-Lafon (1900 – 1971). Interior architect and furniture designer who…
Read MoreRiver Oaks Residence: Living Room.
“I think furnishings (the majority anyway), should be timeless, so I tend to lean toward traditionally appointed interiors; and furnishings should always be the best quality one can afford.” – DLM.
Read MoreEnd Tables by Michael Taylor
A pair of 1960s End Tables by Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Company “Michael Taylor made decorating history. Whatever he did or didn’t do made news. He changed the way we live. Opened it all up. Aired it out. Declined reverence. Scorned pretense. He gave himself to design with intensity and passion.” Paige Rense, Former…
Read MoreA Serene Space to Begin the Day
“What drives humans to embellish their homes? I suggest the pursuit of beauty is the primary reason which, of course, leads to the creation of beauty…” David L. Merryman This extremely simple votive candle holder configuration has became a trademark treatment in the homes I have done in Cabo San Lucas over the past eight…
Read More“Reality TV” or Really? TV
Any advice you would like to share with homeowners who are considering hiring an interior designer? The number one piece of advice? DO hire a professional…mistakes are so much more expensive than a design fee. With the popularity of home and garden television and shelter magazines, everyone is an amateur decorator, just like everyone with…
Read MoreWhat Would David Do?
WWDD? Pretty self-explanatory…these posts will contain questions about design and of course, solutions…if your question is selected as a feature, you will receive a ‘WWDD’ bracelet…try to contain yourself! They are actually pretty cool, and black, so they go with everything…you know you want one….
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