jewelry

TEFAF New York Fall Preview

Posted on October 16, 2016 by Stacey Bewkes   •   2 Comments
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TEFAF (The European Fine Art Fair) is widely regarded as the world’s most distinguished art and antiques fair. Established in 1988, it has showcased masterpieces in every category of art and design at its annual show in Maastricht, the Netherlands, which will celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2017. …
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Jeweler by Stellene Volandes

Posted on October 4, 2016 by Stacey Bewkes   •   3 Comments
Jeweler by Stellene Volandes
In her stunning new book, Jeweler: Masters, Mavericks, and Visionaries of Modern Design, Stellene Volandes, jewelry expert and Editor-in-Chief at Town & Country magazine, profiles seventeen accomplished designers, whose exceptional work represents unique combinations of creativity, technical expertise, and individuality.   Jeweler by Stellene VolandesWhat sets jewelry apart is the intimate connection to its maker.…
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2016 Biennale des Antiquaires and Robert de Balkany at Sotheby’s

Posted on September 12, 2016 by Stacey Bewkes   •   3 Comments
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This week and next are going to be a very busy couple of weeks in Paris for the world of interiors, collectors and design. This past weekend, the 2016 Biennale des Antiquaires opened as the Grand Palais was transformed into a luxurious display of masterpieces from Old Masters and modern works to antiquities, decor and design as well as haute jewelry.…
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Friday Five Favorite Finds X Part II

Posted on September 3, 2016 by Stacey Bewkes   •   2 Comments
Jada Loveless on Nantucket
As summer winds down and flip flops and straw hats segue into less casual attire, thoughts turn to fashion for fall. So part II of this weeks’s Friday Five Favorite Finds includes two shops on island whose statement-making accoutrements can add a luxurious layer to your wardrobe.…
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Tony Duquette Jewelry at Sotheby’s

Posted on August 9, 2016 by Stacey Bewkes   •   4 Comments
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Before we return to activities on Nantucket, I wanted to be sure that the legions of readers who are Tony Duquette jewelry fans were aware of the upcoming auction at Sotheby’s, from August 18 – 30th.  The auction house’s first online-only jewelry sale, it is structured similarly to eBay, with each lot going to the highest bidder at the close.…
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Friday Five Favorite Finds

Posted on July 1, 2016 by Stacey Bewkes   •   8 Comments
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For this summer, I am initiating a fun little weekly series, Friday Five Favorite Finds, which I find on my travels out and about on Nantucket. My inaugural offering was made easy as I attended a cocktail reception Thursday evening for the five businesses housed at 2 South Beach Street.…
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Tony Duquette | Hutton Wilkinson Jewelry at Kentshire

Posted on June 24, 2016 by Stacey Bewkes   •   4 Comments
Duchess of Windsor Tony Duquette Floral Wreath necklace
The brilliant and multi-talented Tony Duquette was a creative force whose designs extended from from painting and sculpture to stage sets and interiors to costumes and jewelry. After creating the famous “Floral Wreath” necklace, below, commissioned by the Duke of Windsor for his wife in the early 1950’s, Duquette went on to complete jewelry commissions for special clients through his career until his death in 1999.…
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Sotheby’s Fine Jewels Auction

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Stacey Bewkes   •   5 Comments
Sotheby's Fine Jewels Auction
As with furniture, fine and decorative art, buying jewelry at auctions is a great way to learn as well as often secure great pricing. Sotheby’s Fine Jewels Auction in New York City on June 10, preceded by a three day exhibition, has a marvelous selection of stylish examples from such distinguished names as Tiffany’s, David Webb, Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels and Verdura.…
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Week of Best Intentions (and Inspiration)

Posted on April 28, 2016 by Stacey Bewkes   •   4 Comments
Tony Duquette ring at Kentshire
This was a week of best intentions. While I had planned on sharing so many inspiring visits, life just got in the way. But here is a little peek at some of what I hope to post soon. Last week, Kentshire Gallery at Bergdorf’s hosted Hutton Wilkinson for a breakfast debut of his spectacular new Tony Duquette jewelry collection.…
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ASHA Bespoke Fine Jewelry

Posted on April 4, 2016 by Stacey Bewkes   •   4 Comments
ASHA Atlas Pendant
While Ashley Dodgen-McCormick may have always had an entrepreneurial spirit, her  jewelry business, ASHA, owes some of its success to serendipity. During college at Georgetown, she had started making semi-precious beaded necklaces and while studying art history at the Sorbonne during a semester abroad, she met legendary jewelry designer Lorenz Bäumer, of Chanel and Louis Vuitton fame.…
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