Posts Tagged: art

prussian blue in art Prussian Blue – The Art and Science of Color

Posted on January 30, 2018 by Stacey Bewkes   •   59 Comments
As I was scrolling through Instagram the other morning, I stopped to “like” and admire a post on Charlotte Di Carcaci’s artful feed. Maria de los Dolores Collado and Echague by Vicente Palmaroli 1870-1 The gorgeous saturated color in the detail of this portrait (of Maria de los Dolores Collado and Echague by Vicente Palmaroli, 1870, that hangs in the Prado) reminded me how much I love Prussian blue.…
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Antiques & Garden Show of Nashville Nashville Bound

Posted on January 26, 2018 by Stacey Bewkes   •   6 Comments
One of the most popular events of the season is the Antiques & Garden Show of Nashville coming up on February 2-4. Celebrating its 28th year, it is the longest-running event of its kind. I am excited to be Nashville Bound next week to return to this very special show.…
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2018 Winter Antiques Show

Posted on January 24, 2018 by Stacey Bewkes   •   8 Comments
Kicking off the season with a bang, the 2018 Winter Antiques Show opened with what felt like a reenergized spirit. Many of the booths were more decorative, creating enveloping environments for their collections. This was nothing new for Elle Shushan, whose booth is always charming.…
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Henri Matisse Odalisque couchee aux magnolias Highlights from Christie’s Sale of The Collection of Peggy and David Rockefeller

Posted on November 21, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   8 Comments
As you may remember from my post on the Rockefeller Homes and Gardens, next spring Christie’s will offer The Collection of Peggy and David Rockefeller. In the meantime, a global tour begins next week in Hong Kong (marking the family’s longtime commitment to Asia) with highlights from the collection.…
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TEFAF New York Fall via Quintessence TEFAF New York Fall 2017 Continued

Posted on October 29, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   5 Comments
The number of highly selective dealers and quality of their pieces made it challenging to cover the TEFAF New York Fall show in a single post. Hence, I am back today with more picks from this year’s supremely elegant edition. Aronson Delft flower vase at TEFAF New York Fall 2017Aronson always presents the most beautiful Delftware.…
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set of peacock dishes from Jorge Welsh at TEFAF New York Fall TEFAF New York Fall 2017

Posted on October 27, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   4 Comments
It’s hard to believe it’s already been a year since TEFAF (The European Fine Art Fair) landed stateside in NY. After two blockbuster showings in the fall and spring, this evening marked the Opening Night Reception (benefitting The Society of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center as well as the cultural programs produced by the Park Avenue Armory) of TEFAF New York Fall’s second edition.…
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Final Portrait with Armie Hammer and Geoffrey Rush Behind the Scenes of Final Portrait with Christies

Posted on September 16, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   5 Comments
Talented and charismatic, Swiss artist Alberto Giacometti was also obsessed, possessed and a perfectionist. And it is this last characteristic which is the focus of the Stanley Tucci’s new film, Final Portrait. Based on the book by American writer and art lover James Lord, it follows the writer and artist’s friendship and, the period in 1964, when Giacometti invited Lord to sit for a portrait in his Paris studio.…
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Nantucket Friday Favorite Finds VI | A Weekend of Art and Antiques

Posted on August 11, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   4 Comments
In addition to its beautiful beaches and historic charm, Nantucket offers a rich cultural scene for such a small island. This week I had the opportunity to view two lovely venues for art and antiques. On Thursday and Friday, luxury brand consultant, landscape designer and photographer James Ogilvy had a small exhibition of his ethereal landscape photography at a private home here on island.…
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Nantucket Friday Favorite Finds V | Nantucket by Design 2017

Posted on August 6, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   1 Comment
While Friday has somehow segued to Sunday, this week’s favorite find from here on Nantucket has to be Nantucket by Design 2017. Building on the momentum established with last year’s debut, the collection of week-long events benefitting the Nantucket Historical Association, hit the ground running with the VIP cocktail party I highlighted in the last post.…
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snuff boxes at Opulence at Christies sale Catching Up at Christies

Posted on June 2, 2017 by Stacey Bewkes   •   3 Comments
As I was catching up at Christies, I went down the rabbit hole and thought I’d share a few favorites from the many upcoming auctions. The decorative arts covers such an incredibly wide range of objets that reflect the history, tastes and lifestyles of their time.…
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