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A COUPLE OF SCHNEIDER GLASS PIECES FROM THE BARBRA STREISAND COLLECTION
by: Iza
May 06, 2010
WOW! Time sure flies! My "little dream" is to be able to keep this blog fairly current but if I only write every six months or so that "won't work"! As I was listing these two great Le Verre Francais glass items it occured to me how NEAT it was that they are both from the BARBRA STREISAND COLLECTION and they were auctioned in 1994 by Christie's. They are both of extremely fine quality and I love the "Chats" and how the shadows of the cats dance on the glass. Other than that, this year in March we did the Architectural Digest Home Design show again and had a lot of fun.
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MODERNISM SHOW IN MIAMI CANCELED AGAIN
by: Iza
January 11, 2010
THE MIAMI MODERNISM show got canceled after being moved from December 2009 to January 2010. So sad. We were really looking forward to doing it but I guess "the economy" has made everyone cautious about spending the money & time to travel all the way here to do the show. On the other hand, with the cold cold weather we've had it's probably a good thing it got canceled!!!
Our next show will be in New York as we get ready to do the Architectural Digest Home Design Show again. Looking forward to it!!! More as we firm everything up. Show dates are in March 2010.
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CHILD'S VINTAGE CAR
by: Iza
May 20, 2009
So....as Summer begins, we are preparing a whole lot of new stuff to go up. Meanwhile, to help you in your summer travels, how about this wonderful childs' car that is on our website. Fun, right?
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MICHIGAN MODERNISM EXPO
by: Modernism
April 22, 2009
The Michigan Modernism Exposition 2009
April 24, 25 & 26, 2009 The Southfield Municipal Complex, 26000 Evergreen Road, Southfield, Michigan. On Evergreen Road at Civic Center Drive (10 ½ Mile) exit south on Evergreen Road from I-696
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ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST HOME DESIGN SHOW - PIER 94 NY - BOOTH F-21
by: Modernism
March 28, 2009
Yes! We are at the AD Home Design Show at Pier 94 in New York....(54th St at the River)....and we're having a lot of fun and it's a great show! Continues until Sunday, March 29th! Would love to see all our New York clients come and visit!!! We're at booth F - 21.
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LAWNDALE 20TH CENTURY MODERN MARKET
by: Iza
February 14, 2009
APRIL 22 - 26, 2009
Lawndale's 14th Annual
20th Century Modern Market
I've been asked to post this information....Texas' ONLY 20TH CENTURY SHOW....I certainly never knew about it!!!!....please let me know if you go how it is!!!!
O’Quinn, Cavnar and Mezzanine Galleries
Lawndale’s 20th Century Modern Market is the only antiques show of its kind in Houston, exclusively featuring design of the twentieth century.
This year’s Market will feature specialist dealers from around the country, offering a variety of media including furniture, glass, ceramics, metalwork, textiles, objects d’art and fashion. Each year in conjunction with the Market, Lawndale offers a free public lecture pertaining to this important era in design.
http://www.lawndaleartcenter.org/ .... AND GO TO "EVENTS"...I don't see any dealers registered for it yet....but the least I can do is let you guys know about it and help to promote ANYTHING TO DO WITH 20TH CENTURY DESIGN!!!
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We've Added POST WAR DESIGN Section to Our Website!!
by: Iza
February 01, 2009
We have had so many requests for Post-War Design items that we've decided to start this new category on our website. The quality of the items will be up to the Art Deco standards, all items will be posted refinished and ready to use in your design scheme. We will look for great design as well as for those fun Fifties "Jetsons" items. All items will have the price on them and we think you will find this a fun site to visit!!! Keep on looking and we welcome your comments....
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SEMINAR ON AMERICAN & EUROPEAN ART DECO FOR APPRAISERS - FEB 14, 2009
by: Iza
January 26, 2009
SEMINAR - AMERICAN & EUROPEAN ART DECO
SPONSORED BY THE INTERNATIONAL APPRAISERS ASSOCIATION
Conducted by: Ric Emmett, ISA-AM, IAA Master Appraiser
Saturday, February 14, 2009 from 8:30 am - 5:00 pm / Limited to 20 Participants
$ 95.00 per person (includes lunch and the Dynamo Cafe and Docent Tour of the Wolfsonian Museum)
Location: Modernism Gallery / 800 S Douglas Road / Suite 101 / Coral Gables, FL 33134
To Reserve: Ric (305) 632-4725
Iza (305) 798-0308
email: artdeco@modernism.com
Schedule:
8:30 am Registration (Complimentary coffee & danish)
9:00 am - 12:30 pm Powerpoint Presentation & Hands-on Learning Experience
12:30 pm - 2: 30 pm Lunch at Dynamo Cafe
2:30 pm - 4:30 pm Docent Guided Tour of the Wolfsonian Museum & Collection
4:30 pm - 5:00 pm Wrap up discussion & questions & distribution of Certificates
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VISITOR FROM ABROAD WITH FLAMINGO
by: Modernism
January 23, 2009
We were fortunate to have a visit from French art deco expert Prof. Richard Rock this January. Richard is known for his discerning eye, sardonic humor and, as a former professional dancer, his ability to leap over flamingos in a single bound. Here is Prof. Rock examining a flamingo from our front yard flamingo farm.
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ART DECO WEEKEND 2009 - DOWN ARGENTINE WAY IN MIAMI BEACH
by: Iza
January 15, 2009
MIAMI BEACH'S ART DECO WEEKEND with its "Down Argentine Way - Deco Vino Tango" theme was a great hit & lots of fun!!! There were guided tours of the Miami Beach Art Deco District and the Wolfsonian, Tango dancing and lessons and of course great food & some wonderful Argentine wines!
Gave me a chance to visit with some good friends such as Beth Dunlop of Home magazine and Jeff Gale of Oceanside antiques.
SEE: http://www.mdpl.org/
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MODERNISM GALLERY WILL EXHIBIT AT THE ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST HOME DESIGN SHOW
by: Iza
January 11, 2009
We are very excited to be doing this very new show (to us)....I'll write more as we get a little closer. Hope we can see you all there!!!
Show Information:
- Pier 94
- 12th Ave. at 55th St.
- New York City
March 26 – 29, 2009 from 10am – 6pm
Thursday: Open to the trade and VIP guests | Friday – Sunday: Open to the public
Their website: http://www.archdigesthomeshow.com
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AD 20/21 SHOW MARCH 26-29, 2009 BOSTON
by: Iza
January 04, 2009
Can't BELIEVE it's 2009 already and much less that Tony Fusco and Robert Four are preparing for the AD 20 / 21 Show v.2009! Last year's show was a class act and the merchandise first class. This year, they have Vladimir Kagan as a "Special Guest" and recipient of the AD 20/21 Award. The 40 select exhibitors will be offering fine art, photography, furniture, glass ceramics, decorative arts, sculpture and jewelry. AD2021.COM (617) 363-0405.
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HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
by: Iza
January 02, 2009
It's 2009...DUCK!!!
We wish everyone a wonderful 2009!!!
Ric's duck collection grew quite a lot in 2008. Soooo....he decided that he wanted to group them together for a family portrait. He's still working on the second "Gomo the Rubber Duck" book.
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SHIRLEY ALLEN OPENS - CAPTIVA, FLORIDA
by: Iza
December 26, 2008
Our good friends, Shirley Allen and George Sicanolfi are back in business in Captiva after all the hurricanes of a few years ago. Shirley offers great wearable art, jewelry etc....check out their website at www.shirleyallen.com.
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HAPPY HOLIDAYS
by: Iza
December 25, 2008
HAPPY HOLIDAYS
MAY 2009 BE HAPPY, HEALTHY AND PROSPEROUS!
THE ARTWORK IS COURTESY OF OUR 8 YEAR OLD GRANDSON, TRENT SCOTT BIRD.
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Deco the Halls Show - Our Favorite
by: Iza
December 08, 2008
The Deco the Halls Show in San Francisco this weekend allowed us to visit with all our friends in the "circuit". It was great to see everyone and a lot of really nice and fun things were exhibited.
Eric and Peter at Decodence had this beauty in their booth...a Tissot 8 Day Clock in its conforming case. The geometric lines are fabulous! For more: info@decodence.com.
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ROCK THE BOAT Show On Board the Megayacht
by: Iza
November 29, 2008
ROCK THE BOAT SHOW ON BOARD MEGAYACHT "SEAFAIR"
by: Iza November 29, 2008
A beautiful balmy Miami night and we are invited to the "Rock the Boat" affair on board the "Seafair". A "megayacht" docked in front of the Fountainbleau Hotel in Miami Beach....on Collins & 45th.
The show is advertised as: "A Showcase of Jewelry, Art & Design Aboard Seafair, the World's First Megayacht Venue"....a small but very interesting show!
Silver Fund is exhibiting their usually fine silver including a very cute Jaeger-LeCoultre Mystery Clock. Lots of jewelry: Cartier & Better! Lumari is showing some wonderful sequined creations....including a "New York" jacket which is shown in the next entry. Other exhibitors included Chaumet, Paris, Galerie Re, Marrakech, Graff Diamonds and Martin du Louvre who brought a stunning gold leaf bas-relief by Janniot titled "Eros". You can reach them at (561) 398 2523 for the duration of the show (until the 7th of December).
It's fun to be in Miami most of the time but Art Basel brings a new dimension to "Our Town"...this show being a part of the festivities.
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LUMARI Jacket
by: Modernism
November 29, 2008
Also on board the "Seafair":
This WOW sequined jacket...all about New York!! see www.lumaridesigns.com for more info. These are designed by Marina McAninch....I loved it!
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Eostone Fossil Creations
by: Iza
November 29, 2008
On board the "Seafair":Jeff Niquette in front of a fossilized turtle...the fossils come from Wyoming and they are presented in a quite interesting and novel way....Definitely Cool! Eostone in Miami is selling them. See www.eostone.com.
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RIC GETS A BOOK FOR APPRAISAL RESEARCH
by: Iza
November 27, 2008
This is part of our reserach library. There's loads of books on Art Deco both French and American all sorts of books on antiques, bronzes, glass, all the important designers such as Donald Deskey and Paul Frankl and YOU NAME IT!!
So...if you need to have a Personal Property appraisal (any period, not just Art Deco) for insurance valuation, a claim, settlement of an estate, dissolution of marriage or charitable donation, please consider our services!!!!
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PERSONAL PROPERTY & FINE ARTS APPRAISALS
by: Iza
October 28, 2008
We've been busy doing lots of appraisals for folks...and Ric's been attending seminars on Rugs and Silver (never stop learning new stuff)....It's a lot of fun and there's never a day one doesn't learn something new. So if any of your clients need an appraisal for Insurance or Estate or whatever...give us a call!!!
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JERRY ROTH WE'LL MISS YOU
by: Iza
August 19, 2008
We first met Jerry Roth in New York, where we had gone to meet as many of the WPA (Works Progress Administration) artists we could find! Ric & I were collecting works from the WPA.
Jerry had been the youngest artist in the WPA, beginning at the age of 16. As part of the artists' group, Roth created posters for tourism, culture and public health initiatives in bold, striking designs.
We became friends with him and his wife, Nettie, and enjoyed many great dinners and endless conversation. We will miss you, Jerry!
He died of complications from pneumonia at the age of 90.
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NEW SECTION IN EBAY STORES - MODERNISM GALLERY
by: Iza
July 17, 2008
WE'VE OPENED AN EBAY STORE TO OFFER ITEMS COMPATIBLE WITH THOSE BEING OFFERED ON THE WEBSITE AS RESOURCES FOR INTERIOR DESIGNERS AND ARCHITECTS .... ITEMS SUCH AS BOOKS ON ART AND INTERIOR DESIGN, AUCTION CATALOGS, DAUM VASES, LELEU RUGS, AND ANYTHING ART DECO AND MODERNE!!! EBAY STORE NAME IS MODERNISM GALLERY (WHAT ELSE?)....
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MODERNISM GALLERY GIFTS UNDER $ 500.00
by: Iza
July 16, 2008
WE'VE LAUNCHED A MODERNISM GIFTS SECTION. KEEP LOOKING! WE ARE OFFERING GIFTS UNDER $ 500, JUST RIGHT FOR THAT BIRTHDAY, GRADUATION, HOLIDAY OR ANY SPECIAL OCCASION...OR A TREAT FOR YOURSELF!
PRICE INCLUDES PACKING, SHIPPING AND INSURANCE. YOUR GIFT IS WRAPPED IN BLACK HIGH GLOSS PAPER WITH A SILVER "MODERNISM GALLERY" SEAL AND A CERTIFICATE DETAILING AND DESCRIBING YOUR GIFT.
THE GIFT IS SENT IN YOUR NAME WITH YOUR RETURN ADDRESS!
A CLASSY WAY TO GIVE!
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LOTS OF NEW THINGS
by: Iza
July 01, 2008
Can' believe it's July already! June was spent going to the San Francisco show, Ric took another appraisal course at New York University and then off shopping for cool stuff to add to our website...I think we found some really neat things. This bar cart for one! It's good to be back.
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PENNY LANE MEMORIES
by: Iza
June 11, 2008
In 1979 or so, Ric & I were in Chicago at the O'Hare show and we met Penny and saw some of the great Chase she was selling...and we bought our first Chase catalog. Where has the time gone?
We saw her at the San Francisco Deco by the Bay Show this past weekend...and had a nice visit. Check out the great chairs in her booth!
Penny is retiring. Well, not REALLY retiring but is tired of all the furniture schlepping and has other plans to "have fun". Best of Luck to you, Penny!!!!
She's having a great sale of her collection. Don't forget to go to her website at:
www.penny-lane.com
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OUR FAVORITE AT L.A. MODERNISM - BUTTERFLY PIANO AT OFF THE WALL ANTIQUES
by: Iza
May 29, 2008
The show had lots and lots of really great deco and moderne! We had trouble deciding but we settled on the Wurlitzer "Butterfly" Art Deco Piano, an American piano made in 1939. The "Butterfly" was named for the unique center hinge mechanism which makes it look like a butterfly. The piano comes with a bench and has been refinished. Measurements
height: 92.71 cm (3 ft. 0.5 in.) depth: 127 cm (4 ft. 2 in.) width/length: 138.43 cm (4 ft. 6.5 in.)
OFF THE WALL ANTIQUES:
7325 Melrose Ave.
Los Angeles
CA, 90046
Phone: 323-930-1185
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ISA CONVENTION IN BALTIMORE
by: Iza
May 29, 2008
...AND A WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE IT WAS!
During the next few weeks, we will write about some of the "talks" Ric attended.
Judith Bresler, Esq. is an attorney who specializes in the law and business and Counsel to Withers Bergman LLP. A published author, she has thaught art law as a member of various University faculties. The title of her talk was:
Expert Opinions and Liabilities: The Treacherous Power of Words
Ric wanted to attend this lecture as he has been called many times to provide expert witness on art and residential contents. The talk addressed some of the more common liabilites that an expert can face when providing expert witness, specifically as pertains to fakes and forgeries.
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Off to the International Society of Appraisers Convention 2008
by: Modernism
April 24, 2008
International Society of Appraisers Convention 2008 in Baltimore, MD
We're off to the convention which starts on April 25th. Will report back with information we think might be of interest in the Appraisals World.
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Arthur Dupagne's Black Masy Marble Sculpture at James Infante's Booth
by: Ric
April 07, 2008
ARTHUR DUPAGNE - FEMME LULUA SYLISEE AT JAMES INFANTE'S BOOTH!
We had a really difficult time deciding which of the many great things at the show was our favorite....but here it is! This is a black Masy marble sculpture by Arthur Dupagne (1895 - 1961), Belgian. This sculpture is dated 1932. Measures 81 cm. high.
Details email: james@jamesinfante.com or visit his website at www.jamesinfante.com.
We were impressed by the quality of the show and really loved the display area (nice idea, an ivory rug!). Congratulations Fusco & Four!!!! Look forward to your November art show.
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LOS ANGELES MODERNISM SHOW - MAY 2 - 4, 2008
by: Iza
April 03, 2008
L.A. MODERNISM SHOW - Santa Monica Civic Auditorium - 1855 Main Street / Corner of Pico & Main Street - May 2 - 4, 2008
MODERNISM ON FIRE PREVIEW MAY 2 - 6-9 PM
www.lamodernism.com
Regular Admission: $ 15.00
Hours:
Saturday May 3: 11am - 7pm
Sunday May 4: 11am - 5pm
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LAS VEGAS MODERNISM - OCT 3 - 5, 2008
by: Iza
April 03, 2008
Las Vegas Modernism Show & Sale
October 4 - 5, 2008
Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sunday, 12 noon to 5 p.m.
Admission $15
Preview
Early-buying preview gala
benefiting the Atomic Age Alliance
Friday, October 3, 2008
7 to 10 p.m.
$50 per person/$80 per couple
Advance tickets at www.atomicage.org or 888-Mid-Mod1
MORE INFO: www.lasvegasmodernism.com
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SAN FRANCISCO 20TH CENTURY ART & DESIGN SHOW SEPT 10-14, 2008
by: Iza
April 03, 2008
Another Dolphin Fairs Show and it promises to be great!
San Francisco 20th Century Art and Design Show
September 10-14, 2008
Herbst Pavillion at Fort Mason Center
Preview Gala
Wednesday Evening, September 10, 2008
Benefiting the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA)
Charles and Helen Schwab, Honorary Chairs
Preview Party Benefit Gala Tickets:
Platinum Circle - $5,000 (admission for two), 4pm
Gold Circle - $2,500 (admission for two), 5pm
Silver Circle - $1,000 (admission for two), 6pm
Supporter - $250, 7pm to 9pm
Online ticket order form coming soon, or email rosemary@dolphinfairs.com for advance tickets sales
Show Hours:
Thursday, 11am to 7pm
Friday, 11am to 7pm
Saturday, 11am to 7pm
Sunday, Noon to 5pm
General Admission $20 - Includes Show Catalogue
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MODERNISM BY THE BAY SAN FRANCISCO JUNE 7 & 8, 2008
by: Iza
April 03, 2008
SAN FRANCISCO MODERNISM BY THE BAY
JUNE 7 & 8, 2008
The Concourse Exhibition Center, 635 8th Street @ Brannan in San Francisco, California
Saturday, June 7, 10 AM - 6 PM and
Sunday, June 8, 11 AM - 5 PM
General Admission: $10 and Deco Society Members: $8
For more info go to: http://www.artdecosale.com/
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CHICAGO MODERNISM SHOW & SALE APRIL 25 26 & 27 2008
by: Iza
April 03, 2008
Preview GalaFriday, April 25, 2008 • 6pm – 9pm
Benefiting AIA Chicago Foundation
Tickets are $80 advance or $100 door
For tickets call 954-563-6747 or charlie@dolphinfairs.com
Chicago Modernism Show & Sale
April 26-27, 2008
Saturday: 10am – 7pm • Sunday: noon – 5pm
Weekend admission $10
Lecture sponsored by Chicago Art Deco Society: Jeni Sandberg from Christie's New York speaking on "Art Deco At Auction -- What's Hot, What's Not!" Saturday, April 26, 1:30-3:30pm, Free (register by fax or phone 312-280-9097)
Lecture sponsored by Chicago Bauhaus and Beyond: Sarah Giller Nelson -- Designing the Good Life
Sunday, April 27, 2pm, Free (click on press for more info.)
For more details go to: http://www.dolphinfairs.com/chicagomodernism/
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MICHIGAN MODERNISM EXPOSITION APRIL 18 19 & 20, 2008
by: Iza
April 03, 2008
All of this info from the Detroit Art Deco Society (DAADS) website at www.daads.org.
The Detroit Area Art Deco Society (DAADS) opens the year's Michigan Modernism Exposition on Friday, April 18 - Preview Party 7 - 10 pm $ 50.00 in advance of $ 65.00 at the door. Go to www.daads.org for tickets and more information. The website also has a list of local retailers where you can purchase tickets. Proceeds from the preview party benefit DAADS Scholaship, Restoration and Preservation programs.
Dates & Times
Preview Party:
Friday April 18, 7pm - 10pm
Modernism Expo:
Saturday April 19 11am-9pm
Sunday April 20, 12pm - 5pm
Tickets available at:
Antiques on Main, 115 S. Main, Royal Oak, 248-705-9665
Knightsbridge Antique Mall, 42305 West 7 Mile, Northville, 248-344-7200
Triola's Objects as Art, 1114 East Mount Hope Road, Lansing, 517-484-5414
Hersh's at the Boardwalk, 6901 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield, 248-626-7776
David Klein Gallery, 163 Townsend, Birmingham, 248-433-3700
Deco Doug, 106 W. 4th Street, Royal Oak, 248-547-3330
Lemberg Gallery, 23241 Woodward, Ferndale, 248-591-6623
Artspace, 305 E Maple, Birmingham, 248-258-1540
Livingston Antique Mall, 1825 N. Burkhart Rd, Howell, 517-548-5116,
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MODERNISM SHOWS IN 2008
by: Iza
March 29, 2008
It's amazing how many Modernism / Moderne / Design Shows are available around the USA. We will try to list all the shows as we find out about them. If there are any we are missing, please let us know. We are trying to visit as many of the shows as we can and will continue with our "Best of Show" selections. Please bear in mind that these are OUR opinions. We welcome comments etc.
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AD 20/21 SHOW IN BOSTON APRIL 3 - 6, 2008
by: Ric
March 19, 2008
This is what we received from Tony Fusco for this show that promises to be great! We'll be there on April 5th checking everything out and will report back with our favorite!
April 3 – 6, 2008
The Cyclorama
At The Boston Center for The Arts
539 Tremont Street, in the South End
40 Select Exhibitors From the U.S. & Europe
Discover 108 years of paintings, sculpture, fine prints and photography, as well as furniture, glass, ceramics, decorative arts and jewelry representing major design movements
from Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern
to today’s Avant Garde. More details at:
www.ad2021.com
Gala Preview
Thursday April 3rd, 5:30-9:30pm
To Benefit
Boston Architectural College
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BEST OF SHOW - NY GRAMERCY PARK MODERN - GERHARD SCHLIEPSTEIN CABINET & MIRROR
by: Iza
March 02, 2008
Ric flew up to visit with everyone at the Gramercy Park Modern Show and to take the picture of the thing he liked best at the show. This is his pick (and his photo):
A Red Lacquer Cabinet & Mirror by Gerhard Schliepstein (1886 - 1963), German worked in Vienna, Austria.
The cabinet was in the booth belonging to Andy and Chery Lin, who own MIX GALLERY in Lambertville, NJ. Their website is: www.mixgallery.com
The cabinet and mirror are from their personal collection and the cabinet is similar to one of the same color being exhibited in the Wolfsonian Museum in Miami Beach, Florida.
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International Society of Appraisers South Florida Chapter at Modernism
by: Iza
February 28, 2008
Ric's a member of the South Florida Chapter of the International Society of Appraisers - Past President, etc. and so on...so....we had the 2006 Christmas party at the Modernism Gallery showroom.
Here is one of the members of the chapter, Sam Blasi, holding the Annual Auction of items donated by the members of the chapter while a group of appraisers looks on!!!
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COMING SOON....
by: Iza
February 18, 2008
Coming soon!
Article with plenty of photographs on Dynamique Creations, New York.
The company designed some wonderful furniture and we will be featuring them in March, such as this wonderful table (which is sold) and four chairs which are featured on our web page and available!
Our goal is to have a new designer featured each month.
Thanks for looking!
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PALM SPRINGS MODERNISM WEEK
by: Iza
February 08, 2008
This looks like a lot of fun! The City of Palm Springs goes all out to celebrate Modernism Week and the Modernism Show is right in the middle of it!
Gordon Merkle has sent me the following info: "Support MODERNISM WEEK, and get down with the modernism show exhibitors at the "Heart and Soul Party!" on Thursday night, Feb. 14, hosted by Joan & Gary Gand at Oasis Nightclub & Lounge. Admission is $25 advance/$30 door. Advance tickets at www.modernismweek.com or 847-370-4263".
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BEST OF MIAMI MODERNISM 2008 # 1 - MARK MCDONALD
by: Iza
February 03, 2008
There was so much wonderful stuff at the show we really had to walk around and look very carefully. Our first "Best of Miami Modernism 2008" is a set of six glass mosaic panels belonging to Mark McDonald (www.markmcdonald.biz).
These six glass mosaic panels, each panel over 8 ft. tall and 3 ft. wide were the first thing we saw as we walked into the show every day! Actual measurements for the four center panels are 104 1/2" high x 36" wide and the outer panels each 30 1/2 wide and described as:
"Six large translucent mosaic polychrome tessare panels, depicting gigantic water lilies in a lake of green and blue swirls with earthy tones and pinks."
These panels were from the lobby of "The Caribbean" hotel in Miami Beach, designed by L. Murray Dixon in 1941. Don't know who actually created the panels. Congratulations, Mark!
More "picks" tomorrow...keep on looking! Show for this year is now closed, everyone packed out and done and we'll write up all the exciting news about next year's Miami Modernism Show later.
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THE BOOTH AT THE MIAMI MODERNISM SHOW 2008
by: Iza
February 03, 2008
Here's our booth at the Miami Modernism show. The Jules Leleu sideboard is against the back wall as well as a very rare Secretary Desk by Donald Deskey, of Radio City Music Hall design fame.
Against the black wall are two French art deco silver leaf side chairs upholstered in mint green Scalamandre silk and a nickeled mirror by L. Charles of the Lyon, France "School". On either side of the mirror, a pair of American nickeled sconces. A Fletcher Aviation desk is in the center of the booth.
Would love to hear your comments on our display!
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Ric and the Keno Brothers
by: Iza
February 02, 2008
Ric explaining the Speakeasy table....as Leslie and Leigh Keno listen.
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The Keno Brothers at Modernism Show
by: Iza
February 02, 2008
Miami Modernism opened last night with a Gala Evening...including a special tour of the show with the Keno Brothers of "Antiques Road Show" fame. They stopped at our booth to check out the black lacquer and red vitrolite table.
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Art Deco & Modernism
by: Iza
January 28, 2008
We're sort of new to this "blog" thing but we are going to give it a try!
First of all, it's not only our blog, it is also YOUR BLOG!!! We WELCOME comments, ideas, photos, announcements, show reports, questions and even BOOK REVIEWS on Modernism, Art Deco, Fifties or even Sixties and Seventies!
The picture we've posted is of one of our FAVORITE lamps...sold a couple of years ago but to us, it's "modernism"! An American art deco torchiere was designed and constructed by Edward Schnorr in the 1930's.
A FEW RULES for our "blog".
1. Try to keep it relevant to the 20th Century fine and decorative arts movement. "Design" is always good! I'm sure the 18th and 19th century furniture aficcionados have their own forums.
2. Keep it clean..no profanity, slander or dirty pictures.
For our part, we will try to keep you updated to the latest and "best" of Modernism....
- We plan to visit the Modernism/Moderne shows and write reports with pictures and our "pick of the show".
- Articles written by us or others "in the know" regarding Art Deco
- Interesting deco objects we encounter at shows or shops in our travels...with pictures.
We welcome your comments!!!!
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