Tag Archives: accessories

African Art: Contributions to Art & Culture

masks, fetishes, and tribal symbolism

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Photo Credit Charles Sheeler 1919

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The appeal of collecting African Art is not a contemporary phenomenon.  Colonialists were attracted to tribal art as trophies and for their … Continue Reading ››

‘Modern Minimal’

Dominic Lepere's namesake Flatiron showroom

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When Dominic Lepere opened his namesake Lepere 6 years ago, he was a pioneer in the Flatiron neighborhood with a modern furniture showroom.  Now it's hard to imagine another part of New York City that's more visited … Continue Reading ››

John Lyle Design

the very best in fireplace accessories (and much more)

Stainless Steel 'Starburst' Fire Screen

John Lyle, and his eponymous design firm, have been a Long Island City based atelier for more than 25 years.  He's got … Continue Reading ››

Mondo Collection

a contemporary design showroom with global reach

3-Ruby-Glass-Pendant-size'Confetti Glass Pendant' by Andreea Avram Rusu

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If you've been reading my blog, you may remember me talking about Mondo Collection - the … Continue Reading ››

Luxury Re-Purposed

Bruce Tilley ~ Decor NYC

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Bruce Tilley, owner and curator of Decor NYC, has a storied history when it comes to furniture.  Growing up in rural Pennsylvania, he began collecting art deco pieces in high school.  His early love of home furnishings ultimately lead … Continue Reading ››

20 Years and Counting

Happy Anniversary Thomas O'Brien ~ Aero Studio

The Brimfield Antique show and Flea Market is open for its mid-summer sale this week, which made me think of Thomas O'Brien - master of the flea market find.  Coincidentally O'Brien's  Aero Studio is … Continue Reading ››