That, at least, was the theory. In fact, relatively little Irish ‘provincial’ silver made the journey to the metropolis to receive official approval – for reasons of security and economy. It is a ...
Tucked into a picturesque sea-foam green storefront, this frame shop caters to both locals looking for antique prints and major Madison Avenue art dealers. The main draw ...
When they first came into use in the 1830s, friction matches were hazardous and could combust without warning, so vesta cases were something of a necessity. But as their production became more ...
There are many other examples. Antique dealer John Hobbs, for instance, was the "iconoclast" who loved "cocking a snoop at the establishment" and came dramatically unstuck. I declare an interest ...
Sometimes, people like to think of the past as a steady, stable time where tradition ruled the day. Ironically, learning about antiques can prove that notion wrong; and some of the best lessons can ...
Bolour took over the rug business when the founder of the eponymous emporium died in 2020. Since its inception, the company has sold carpets to big-name architects including Peter Marino and ...