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The Mystique of the Circus in Art
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The Mystique of the Circus in Art

In the days before film, television, technology and other modern day distractions, the circus was a popular and egalitarian form… Read More

2018 Antiques & Garden Show Nashville
Art, Design, Garden, Travel

2018 Antiques & Garden Show Nashville

If possible, the 2018 Antiques & Garden Show in Nashville seemed even bigger and more packed with endless finds than… Read More

Prussian Blue – The Art and Science of Color
Art, Interior design

Prussian Blue – The Art and Science of Color

As I was scrolling through Instagram the other morning, I stopped to “like” and admire a post on Charlotte Di… Read More

Nashville Bound
Art, Design, Garden, Interior design, Travel

Nashville Bound

One of the most popular events of the season is the Antiques & Garden Show of Nashville coming up on… Read More

2018 Winter Antiques Show
Art, Interior design

2018 Winter Antiques Show

Kicking off the season with a bang, the 2018 Winter Antiques Show opened with what felt like a reenergized spirit…. Read More

Highlights from Christie’s Sale of The Collection of Peggy and David Rockefeller
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Highlights from Christie’s Sale of The Collection of Peggy and David Rockefeller

As you may remember from my post on the Rockefeller Homes and Gardens, next spring Christie’s will offer The Collection… Read More

TEFAF New York Fall 2017 Continued
Art, Interior design

TEFAF New York Fall 2017 Continued

The number of highly selective dealers and quality of their pieces made it challenging to cover the TEFAF New York… Read More

TEFAF New York Fall 2017
Art, Interior design

TEFAF New York Fall 2017

It’s hard to believe it’s already been a year since TEFAF (The European Fine Art Fair) landed stateside in NY. After… Read More

Behind the Scenes of Final Portrait with Christies
Art

Behind the Scenes of Final Portrait with Christies

Talented and charismatic, Swiss artist Alberto Giacometti was also obsessed, possessed and a perfectionist. And it is this last characteristic… Read More

Nantucket Friday Favorite Finds VI | A Weekend of Art and Antiques
Art, Interior design, Nantucket, Travel

Nantucket Friday Favorite Finds VI | A Weekend of Art and Antiques

In addition to its beautiful beaches and historic charm, Nantucket offers a rich cultural scene for such a small island…. Read More

Nantucket Friday Favorite Finds V | Nantucket by Design 2017
Architecture, Art, Design, Interior design, Nantucket, Travel

Nantucket Friday Favorite Finds V | Nantucket by Design 2017

While Friday has somehow segued to Sunday, this week’s favorite find from here on Nantucket has to be Nantucket by… Read More

Catching Up at Christies
Art, Design, Interior design

Catching Up at Christies

As I was catching up at Christies, I went down the rabbit hole and thought I’d share a few favorites… Read More

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Our latest #athomewith video visit is here! Tag al Our latest #athomewith video visit is here! Tag along with me and @susannasalk to @schuylersamperton charming 19th c. Connecticut farmhouse that she has filled with color, pattern, family heirlooms and her own chic line of textiles! Thank you to video sponsor @luxuryportfolio LINK IN PROFILE!
Welcoming the sun today and willing spring to make Welcoming the sun today and willing spring to make an early appearance! Find tablecloth, plates, glasses, napkins and basket on Q Worthy.
Stay tuned for @susannasalk and my At Home With vi Stay tuned for @susannasalk and my At Home With visits from Paris in four extraordinary homes! Thank you to our talented designer hosts for welcoming us into your inspiring abodes!! @casa__lopez @bambi_sloan @creelandgow @marcoscarani @malu_edwards @micky_hurley !
There’s always talk of trends this time of year There’s always talk of trends this time of year but timeless personal style is forever. Renowned for his layered and opulent interiors, celebrated interior designer @alidad_ltd relies on his love of pattern, color, and deep knowledge of history, and art to create spaces with intricate bespoke detail and timeless appeal. It was a privilege to film with him in his elegant home. See the full video visit with @susannasalk on the Quintessence YouTube channel.
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Our latest Virtual Postcard video is here! Join us Our latest Virtual Postcard video is here! Join us in Paris as @susannasalk discovers that it’s the little things and the everyday rituals that make Paris feel like a favorite friend with whom you share memories and new discoveries on every visit! LINK IN PROFILE! Thank you to video sponsor @luxuryportfolio ! Links to favorite shops, hotel and @dascoli_ #stylishtraveler pieces Susanna wears all listed in description! 
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