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What’s In My Bookshelf

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ThiThis post should be called “what isn’t in my bookshelf”. I am a collector of books, therefore our bookshelves are overflowing with every type of book. Aside from my collection of magazines ( every issue of House Beautiful, Elle Decore, House and Garden, Domino, World of Interiors, and Veranda), fiction and non-fictions books, and clients folders, I have a huge collection of books that I reach for when I need inspiration. The topics range from textiles, to architectural styles, to fashion, to artists, to table settings, to hotels, to interiors, etc. You never know what might move you. Each client requires a fresh eye and a different style.

xo,

S

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1st dibs- Wednesday picks

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Every wednesday morning I am on 1st dibs. Hunting for special pieces for various clients. Here are my top picks from the selection added today.

French 1970s Pelican lamps by Chervet. The curve of their necks is beautiful! I have a special love for pelicans from all my time spent in Florida. These beauties would be great anywhere.

http://www.1stdibs.com/furniture_item_detail.php?id=379817

19th century Chinese platform bed. This has sent me over the edge. Straight out of my Tony Duquette fantasy home. Red lacquer, intricate details. Incredible!

http://www.1stdibs.com/furniture_item_detail.php?id=382244

Above image is my all time favorite Tony Duquette room.

American 1940’s Tortoise Glass Custom Cabinet. This is yet another amazing piece. The sides and front of the cabinet are black and tortoise glass. Stunning.

http://www.1stdibs.com/furniture_item_detail.php?id=382744

American 1940’s knoll sofa upholstered in velvet with nailhead trim

http://www.1stdibs.com/furniture_item_detail.php?id=382912

French 1970’s dining table base made in the style of Chervet. Being an Aries I love these rams heads.

http://www.1stdibs.com/furniture_item_detail.php?id=379685

American 1980’s- buffet made with tessellated bone with large brass peacock feather like pulls. This is perfect for a client of mine in Connecticut!

http://www.1stdibs.com/furniture_item_detail.php?id=382972

Louis Phillipe Mirror- I love the silver gilt and this guy is huge at 4’10” high

http://www.1stdibs.com/furniture_item_detail.php?id=373206

xo,
S

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