'Back East' style suited to the desert Aug 9, 2008
Asian influences abound in the lamps, artwork and TV armoire. A short hallway leads from the bedroom to the expansive master closet and bathroom. (AZCentral -- Home)
VENUS SWIMWEAR: The grit behind the glamour Aug 3, 2008
The lack of natural sunlight is a disadvantage, so Michelle screws two natural daylight bulbs into nearby lamps. Outside, there is a full, jaundiced moon. (Florida Times-Union)
Their upscale yard sale has Cape collectors curious Jul 24, 2008
Antique fairs, flea markets, yard sales, vintage stores - they hit them all, traveling around Massachusetts and up to Maine, snatching up old wooden furniture, antique lamps and chandeliers, unusual linens and fabrics - anything with potential. They stashed their finds in a storage space Hennessy kept in a quaint Victorian house located in Cataumet, a village of Bourne. (Boston Globe)
Preserving a town's history Jul 22, 2008
Table lamps from the 60s that were once considered modern. There is a multitude of 18th, 19th and 20th century pieces from across the globe. (Niles Star, MI)
Lakewood 400 Antiques in Cumming Jul 16, 2008
Decorative lamps and signs are grouped with furniture, jewelry and other accessories. Phil Skinner / pskinner@ajc. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
A queen of green Jul 15, 2008
At 5:30 the first guests arrived, the soy candle hurricane lamps were fired up, and McGregor scrambled around the yard laughing as she urged her children not to blow them out. Chicago tastemakers like architect and designer Lucien and Jessica Lagrange, interiors wizard Frank Ponterio and noted green architect Nate Kipnis turned out to celebrate five years of el:Environmental Language. (AZCentral -- Home)
Historic political printing plates up for auction Jul 6, 2008
"This wasn't the era of halogen lamps. This was not easy." Especially in cases where the work was engraved in mirror image, so that when applied to paper, a correct image would appear. Uncovering the plates, he said, is introducing a new collectible. (Concord Monitor)
Remodel mixes exotic, Southwest Jul 4, 2008
Throughout the home, there is repetition of shapes, such as Native American and Mexican designs, materials, such as metal clavos and iron lamps, and colors - rust, turquoise, white, cream and brown. Mexican tile used as baseboards serves to unify the themes. (AZCentral -- Style)
Old-time charm Jul 2, 2008
William Doyle Antiques, Collectibles & Furniture (999 Main St., 207-925-1279) specializes in vintage furniture and turn-of-the-century lighting, including Pittsburgh, Miller, and Handel art glass lamps. Harvest Gold Gallery (1082 Main St., 207-925-6502, ) features handmade jewelry by local artisans, decorative art, and contemporary landscape and forest paintings by artists from around the country. (Boston Globe)
Mid-Century modern styles a natural fit at City Issue Jul 1, 2008
Also in stock are dining tables, buffets, china cabinets, glass-topped coffee tables, side chairs, hanging lamps, ceramics, daybeds, steel desks, swivel desk chairs and a range of accent pieces, from old globes to platters, glassware and trays. Best sellers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Classifieds 6/26/08 Jun 27, 2008
17564 N. 1750 East Rd. Gas grill/tank, smoker, turkey fryer, craft ies, new wood items, lots of holiday decorations, dishes, lamps, household items, board games and ... 2 kitchen tables w/chairs, dining room table w/chairs, buffet, china cabinet, small folding table w/chairs, lamps, glassware, dishes, pots and pans, tablecloths, straight back chairs, leather chair w/ottoman, bedroom set, desk, electric typewriter, househld items, kids clothing, baby clothes, sports items and much more. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Savvy Snoot in Atlanta Jun 18, 2008
Savvy Snoot on Howell Mill road has artwork, many by local painters, lamps and one-of-a-kind items, some of which are on consignment ... Inside, there's so much to show off that the owners use the dining tables, buffets and chests as bases for chairs, smaller tables and lamps ... The store has a varied collection of table and hanging lamps, from lantern-style metal dining lamps to delicate pendant lamps with colored glass globes. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Shabby chic – decorating on a budget Jun 16, 2008
I ll see you out there among the flower pots, lamps, old movies, and records. Dianna Edlow, Ph. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
Habitude: Great deals at sample sale Jun 13, 2008
The store offers a variety of styles such as modern lamps, original art from local artists and antiques from a roster of more than 500 sellers. For more information visit. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Businesses weigh benefit of byway label Jun 11, 2008
Barbara Green of Grandmother's Lamps has seen plenty of businesses come and go on Angels' Main Street. She doesn't think the attraction of the byway will change that. (The Union Democrat)
First Friday Art Walk celebrates cancer survivors, showcases work of Courtdale photographer Jun 6, 2008
Windsor Studio, 408 Spruce St.: oil paintings by Martin Poole and unique antiques and stained-glass lamps. Contact the writer: kwall@timesshamrock. (Scranton Times, PA)
Antiques and Beyond boasts European furniture, animal heads Jun 3, 2008
A case is crowded with an array of crystal drops for chandeliers and lamps; another is packed with sterling pieces ... Chandeliers, lamps, shades and wall sconces are in plentiful supply ... Mid-century and Danish modern pieces, mirrored tables and chests and Lucite tables and lamps meet the demand. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Where to hibernate May 27, 2008
Fringed table lamps and art nouveau and art deco light fittings spread a rosy glow across a gold-coloured, studded padded bar, lush window drapes and tomato-red walls fixed with old fashioned mirrors and delicate ladies' fans ... Boutique-sized, The Bar has multiple cosy seating spots, antique paintings, engraved table lamps, Italian silk wall coverings, Persian rugs and a grand piano tucked in at the entrance ... A European-style bar with flagstone floors, leather banquettes, dark wood fittings... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Farm show revisits the ‘good old days’ May 26, 2008
CHOCOWINITY The good old days of pitcher pumps, kerosene lamps and tractors without air conditioning or television were revisited this weekend during the annual antique tractor and farm show sponsored by the Eastern Antique Power Association. The show ran all day Saturday and Sunday afternoon. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Back to the Stone Age May 25, 2008
Terracotta lamps made by local potters cast a rustic light on the Village Cave Inn. But some Cappadocians were reluctant to move to the cities. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
French design meets southern comfort May 24, 2008
"I wanted rustic with a little flair," Buchanan said of accessorizing the antique pieces with knotted silk curtains with a coppery metallic tone, wall hangings, reproduction lamps and the oversized market baskets. Further enhancing the room's elegance is the cast stone fireplace with antique copper mirrors and wall sconces. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Planning a garage sale? Read this! May 23, 2008
Broken lamps, abandoned shoes, burned-out electronics, forgotten toys and a pile of clothes unworn and unloved since the Germans invaded Austria are just a few hallmarks of the garage sale experience. But there are some traditions you might not be familiar with. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Eclectic equality May 20, 2008
Flanking the bed are two molded metal lamps that Fannin found during one of her expeditions to antique and vintage stores in California. The tall lamps resemble sculptural pieces: tailored, curving forms topped with black shades. (AZCentral -- Style)
Shopping tips to get you through a down market May 15, 2008
" Margaret Currivan's retail store, just up the block from the Design Center's Galleria, captivated her with its homey feel and unexpected mix of contemporary and antique Chinese furniture, plus pillows and other accessories. "I fill the showroom with things that appeal to me," Currivan said before heading off for a shopping trip to Hong Kong. This spring, windows were full of colorful metal garden stools (priced at just above and below $500), and inside were furnishings of all sizes for living... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Beauty and the Bairs: Museum a study in luxury May 11, 2008
Ceramic rooster lamps bearing fringed shades rest on a nearby table. Around the corner is the dining room, where a multi-tiered crystal chandelier hangs startlingly low over the English dining-room table. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Classifieds 5/9/08 May 10, 2008
8am to 3pm 11834 E. E. North Rd. Pontiac 815-844-4571John Deere 18hp lawn tractor 48 deck 217; tiller, JVC Stereo w/stand, dressers, sewing table, desk, antiques ctables, girls clothes size 6 thru jr., household patio furniture, precision instruments, lamps entertainment center, shelving units, ladies clothes 10-18, pictures, candles more. GARAGE SALES Garage Fri May 9th 8 to 5 Sat May 10th 8 to 1 808 S. Walnut Pontiac Collectables - John Deere, M Wheels - Cook - Doll - Antique dishes - drink... (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
The hammer falls for the final time May 10, 2008
A compulsive keeper, he hung on to old auction catalogs, antique fabrics he used to re-upholster Louis XIV, XV and XVI chairs, flocked wallpaper and parts of lamps, chandeliers and old picture frames. "There wasn't anything he didn't collect," said Mr. Cygan, who was 18 and working at Bortmas Florist in Butler when he arrived at Elm Farm in 1973. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Summer Classics trendy outdoor store in Roswell May 8, 2008
Around the main pieces, buyers will find candlesticks, pillows, artwork, lamps, outdoor area rugs, umbrellas, wall clocks, fireplace screens, vases, potted silk plants and tile-topped tables. Best sellers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Annual Wine and Dine a hit May 6, 2008
Some of the items in the silent auction included pet carriers, gift certificates, tickets for musicals and other shows or dinners, cruise, boat rides, wine, clothes, gift baskets, bagels for a year, Judge Reardon's bottle of 1935 rye, two different get-a-ways to Puerto Valarta, Disney vacation, original oil paintings, beveled stained glass, signed and numbered prints, ceramic sculptures, limited edition Giclee prints, lamps, 15. 4 inch HD Widescreen television and more. (Pekin Times, IL)
Hawken School Hosts 23rd Annual White House Antiques Show May 3, 2008
Antique dealers will feature such items as period 18th through 20th Century European and American furniture, as well as silver, pewter, clocks, paintings, prints, quilts, jewelry, books, lamps, porcelain, china, glass, carpets and more. Admission is $8 per person, $6 if purchased in advance. (PR Newswire)
Quince & Quinn furniture boutique opening in Oakley Apr 17, 2008
It also will carry a specially designed line of upholstered furniture along with lamps, pillows and chandeliers. Fallon warns that a pink "mega-shade" chandelier sets off the space "and is not for the faint of heart. Enter with caution.". (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
REA electrifies rural America Apr 14, 2008
Many early electric appliances and devices, glass and stoneware insulators, and oil lamps of every kind are just a few of the 'electrifying' collectibles that are sought after by today's collector. One of the most popular collectible electrical items is Reddy Kilowatt. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
Rome hotels at a price that's right Apr 12, 2008
Rooms: Beaded lamps, surfing-inspired prints and mod furnishings make for six appealing -- and spacious -- rooms. A mixed-gender dorm room sleeps up to eight. (CNN -- Travel)
2008 Designers' Showcase home in Buckhead Apr 8, 2008
She drew out the blues in the wallpaper with peacock-colored velvet throw pillows and bedside lamps with watery blue bases ... Both hold Chinese urn lamps with shades of blues and beiges. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Find some treasure in Sandy Springs! Apr 1, 2008
They've been amassing the assortment for almost a year, collecting castoffs of sofas, lamps, tables, china, glassware, artworks, holiday decor and more for their annual fund-raiser ... Cox used a queen-sized four poster ($75) as the room's next big piece, then paired it with a tall dresser ($75), nightstands ($35), black-shaded lamps ($20), a mirror ($25) and a footstool with a wrought-iron base ... The space also includes a desk topped with a picture frame, two lamps, a brass paperweight, a... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Her interior designs are filled with tradition and fun Mar 27, 2008
She also found two porcelain Gord table lamps with paper shades from. They rest on Lucite nesting tables from. (Boston Globe)
Arcman Corp. turns out alarm boxes into lamps Mar 26, 2008
With the company s restored antique electric meter lamps, the meter actually runs when the light is switched on ... Gamewell boxes had been turned into lamps in the past, but mostly informally by handy Gamewell employees making gifts ... He called Sovaiko and the two discussed turning masterboxes into lamps. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
Go eclectic at Paris on Ponce Mar 26, 2008
Lighting options include chandeliers, table lamps with fringed shades and Tiffany-style pole lamps ... The big hits here are the perfumed oil lamps from France ... There's also a selection of oils for the lamps. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Restaurant news Mar 20, 2008
For more than 35 years, Ruby Tuesday restaurants meant Tiffany-style lamps, polished brass, striped awnings and plenty of antiques and curios on the walls. The makeover replaced the artifacts and memorabilia, the black-and-white tablecloths and the dark-stained wood in favor of a clean, more contemporary look, with soft earth-tone colors, upholstered seats, specially commissioned artwork and photographs, and colorful light fixtures. (The Daily Reflector)
Day trip to LaGrange a (surprising) treat Mar 19, 2008
While you recline like the Romans did at a triclinium (three-sided table) and amid the soft glow of olive-oil-lit lamps, you'll learn about ancient manners and customs, including how the host seated dinner guests by importance (and everyone in attendance knew where they fit in the pecking order). You'll also see how some customs still play a part in contemporary society. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Downsizing from Dunwoody to Atlanta opens up new world Mar 18, 2008
A glass-topped, gilded, wrought-iron table from the Atlanta Decorative Arts Center and a pair of sparkling glass lamps provide a contemporary punch. "I think the background of the cityscape makes my antiques more interesting and brings out the warmth and charm of these old pieces," says Lamb. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Common gifts couples forget on their registry Mar 16, 2008
Items like lamps, candlesticks, vases, decorative bowls and clocks add style and personality to your home, and will mean even more if they re given to you by the people you love. Register for your favorites, and what you don t receive as gifts you can pick up yourselves after the wedding. (Montana Standard, MT)
Steve Cahalan: Companions Always pet cremation, memorials business opens Mar 16, 2008
Decorum sells small furniture pieces, lamps, decorative home pieces, candles, wall hangings and unique items, Deml said. Hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Experts help put a price on ‘priceless’ heirlooms Mar 9, 2008
She added that she learned the lamps aren t nearly as rare as she thought. They said that there are a lot of reproductions of these going around, but that this is one of the originals. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
Playing with dolls Mar 9, 2008
Switch lamps, hand lanterns and other railroad collectibles will be displayed, and there will be numerous booths devoted to furniture, including primitives, Mission and European-style pieces. For more information, visit. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Rooms inspired by famous Pittsburghers Mar 8, 2008
Every item, from the reclaimed wood flooring and organic bedding to the curly rattan Ibolili desk lamps and 3form resin panel "windows" are eco-friendly. Even the artwork speaks to sustainability, having been created by local artist John Yothers of the South Hills. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
They'll always have Paris Mar 1, 2008
The living room's curvy 1930s ceramic table lamps, found in the famous Paris flea market, Marche aux Puces de Saint-Ouen, are topped with black shades lined in a gold-hued paper "so they glow at night," Lehmann says ... The living room's curvy 1930s ceramic table lamps were found at the famous Paris flea market, Marche aux Puces de Saint-Ouen. (AZCentral -- Home)
Does stuff really make us happy? Feb 26, 2008
He says his top sellers are jewelry and sports memorabilia, but he sells everything from lingerie to lamps. Related Multimedia. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Mountain magic Feb 13, 2008
The department-store exterior, storefront windows filled with staid table-and-chair sets, lamps, and other mundane household furnishings, belies the quirky collection inside. You might stumble across a stuffed wallaby, a long table shaped like a life-size hippo, a collection of old bird eggs, or a barrel full of bowling shoes. (Boston Globe)
Journeys | Prague: Under wintry skies, a city revealed Feb 5, 2008
Even near Prague Castle, the tiny photogenic lane known as Novy Svet was devoid of shutterbugs on a recent visit and each shot of its antique street lamps and broad doorways was completely unobscured. The Castle remains the seat of government today, and while searching for the bureaucratic approval of some personal documents that brought to mind the work of the city's most famous writer, Franz Kafka, I walked across the castle's wide, snow-filled Deer Moat and passed by the Romanesque Basilica... (International Herald Tribune)
Snug as a good pair of jeans Feb 2, 2008
Skyler, 18, is the custodian of Italian-style glass-and-wood side tables as well as pink table lamps. Both boys hang out in the sunroom, originally a sleeping porch. (AZCentral -- Home)
Thomas Kinkade Honors WALT DISNEY WORLD(R) Resort with Depiction of Classic Castle Jan 29, 2008
He captures a perfect morning in exquisite detail, from the arc of a double rainbow over the towering castle to the fluffy clouds dappling the castles many towers to the lavish, rainbow-hued trees and shrubs framing the building and quaint gas lamps dancing along the walkway. The piece also offers a host of surprises to curious ones willing to look a little closer. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Nepali Sherpas hold special prayers for Hillary Jan 14, 2008
A big portrait of a smiling Hillary wearing a hat was mounted on a chair in front of a huge metal statue of Buddha as butter lamps were lit in the main prayer hall of the yellow cement and brick monastery. The picture showing Hillary holding a glass was wrapped in cream-coloured Khadas, auspicious prayer scarves. (International Herald Tribune)
Tyler Brûlé: Consumer boredom and the holiday retail slump Jan 12, 2008
There's no shortage of volume but it's all of a similar theme: cheap V-neck cashmere sweaters, ceramic tear-drop lamps, super-skinny-leg jeans and oak veneers on everything for bed, living and dining rooms. With more Western retailers importing their products from the East and with Eastern manufacturers like China and India keen to limit the number of styles they produce, it's little wonder that shoppers feel like they've seen it all before. (International Herald Tribune)
How to bring the past to life in 2008 Jan 11, 2008
Williams-Sonoma Home is offering furniture and lamps with a Jansen profile, and L.A. designer Kelly Wearstler's recent collection of decorative accessories for Bergdorf Goodman features classic marble busts and urns ... With a nod to lamps made by late sculptor Alberto Giacometti, owners of L.A.'s Bourgeois Boh. (FOX59, IN)
Moreau lamp would be more valuable with a mate Jan 7, 2008
Unfortunately, it is a single lamp (lamps are most valuable as pairs) so this "after August Moreau" item should be valued in the $250 to $300 range. Helaine Fendelman and Joe Rosson are the authors of the "Price It Yourself" (HarperResource, $19. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Making material connections with 'New West Coast Design' Dec 30, 2007
While not every object picked by Cohen and Hanna is brand new (lamps by Pablo Pardo are included even though his company's work was prominent at the Blue Gallery, and the work of glass artist John Lewis, who has created works for Larry Ellison and other well-known collectors, is not unknown) they have aimed for the innovative, stumbling occasionally into older crafts genres with works such as Allison MacLennan's "Circle Scarab," a scarab-shaped box in a circle. "Wendy Maruyama is a respected... (San Francisco Chronicle)
More of this story Dec 15, 2007
The lofty showroom features sleek platform beds, modern cutout screens, geometric-shaped tables and lamps with carved wood bases. They also design interiors. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
The Union Hotel Dec 14, 2007
Other antique furnishings: a grand armoire with a mirror, a second crystal chandelier and a set of nightstands with tall, crystal lamps. A bureau with a pitcher and bowl, a pair of upholstered chairs, a petite table and a settee occupied other corners. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Russ Berrie Announces Options Awarded to New CEO Dec 8, 2007
The Kids Line division designs and markets infant bedding and related nursery accessories, such as blankets, wraps, rugs, mobiles, nightlights, hampers, lamps and wall art. The Sassy division offers products and collections such as bath toys and accessories, developmental toys, feeding utensils and bowls, pacifiers, bottles, bibs, soft toys, mobiles and feeders. (PR Newswire)
They're wild at heart and selling accent pieces with an outlaw look Dec 6, 2007
Deeply Madly Living ( ) was prompted in part by Jensen's annoyance at having to spend hours on the Web searching for what he considered cool coffee tables and lamps. And cool the site strives to be. (San Francisco Chronicle)
A home office that's not all business Dec 3, 2007
Designed for Resolute Lighting by Douglas Varey, Purity Lamps cast a soft wash of light up or down a wall, $147 at 100 Watt, 688 Vermont St.. Shown here entwined with Tord Boontje's now-ubiquitous-yet-still-appealing laser-cut silver garlands, $42 each at. (San Francisco Chronicle)
One man's trash is another man's treasure Nov 29, 2007
The tiny shop was filled with old quilts, rugs, music boxes, lamps, salt and pepper shakers, rare cookie jars, antique farm implements, elegant china, hand painted glass, turkey callers, vintage jewelry, old planters, vintage toys - and even some unidentifiable objects that one can only imagine its origins. The crash that Saturday afternoon destroyed hundreds of antiques, collectibles and vintage items that took Hudspeth years to collect. (Seantobia Democrat, MS)
Businesses see mixed sales after holiday Nov 29, 2007
Dalton said the town store sold a lot of small items, including cheese balls, gingerbread ornaments, pictures and lamps. Some sales were related to Christmas, but not all. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Colonial luxury Nov 24, 2007
Lamps on the mantel date from the 1760s. Both the heart-pine floors and the wood interior shutters are original. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
