We have partnered with fab.com for a limited, one week only sale of selected anatomical, science and apothecary merchandise. It runs from July 15th – 21st.
Check out the full sale here. Some of my favorite things are included in these offerings.
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Shop Will Be Closed Sunday July 7th!
I love the look of these bright sunflowers baking in the hot, hot sun….especially with these scorching shades of enamelware.
Shades of Glass
It has been too long since I sat down to compose a blogpost- too long since I sat down. Period. The truth is I have been absolutely swamped with buying exciting new stuff and developing some new venues to sell…not to mention the maelstrom that is June for those of us with kids.
I'm out on Fire Island this week for a brief respite- enjoying some fresh sea air and some fine food and drink with friends and family. The house we are renting in Lonelyville is simply decorated with lovely old bottles in aqua, green and amber. Bottles are placed in the high windows of the "A" Frame house and the light off the Great South Bay slants in and illuminates them.
One of the things I have coming up in July is a big sale on FAB.com. It will start on Monday July 15th and last for one week only. The theme is Anatomical, Science & Apothecary. I will have some great lots of vintage bottles for sale- really interesting groups. It was fun to put together these instant collections of bottles.
And a little amber to mix it up….
If you are interested in colored glass, here is a great site that explains the history and workings of glass coloration. It is a fascinating art and science. The photo below is from the site and illustrates the great variety of commercial glass.
Also coming up, I will be selling at the Brooklyn Flea in Williamsburg on July 7th, and in Brimfield at the Dealer's Choice show on July 9th. That is all in addition to regular shop hours.
Happy Independence Day! Hope to see you all this summer.
The Squid & The Whale
Expanding on my nautical theme from the last post, I thought I would share some of my favorite images of sea creatures below and around the sea.
First, the squid and other cephalopods….
1930s Denoyer-Geppert Classroom Chart
Currently for Sale, $85
1956 Dr. Auzoux Chart "la seiche" which translates as cuttlefish or bobtail squid
Currently for Sale, $525
Then, the whale and fellow sea mammals…
1880s Chromolithographic Plate, Johnson's Household Animals, Currently for Sale, $25
1843 Hand-Colored Copper Plate Engraving (SOLD, but we have similar plates in stock for $10 each)
And let's not forget our feathered friends of the sea….
We have many very reasonably-priced early 20th century prints of Audubon's amazingly beautiful water colors. They are not always out on display in the shop, due to space constraints. Please inquire if interested.
One final note: Windsor Place Antiques received a very nice write-up in a Best of The Brooklyn Flea article in dna info.
Hope to see you in the shop this weekend or at the Brooklyn Flea in Williamsburg this Sunday
Anchors Away
Memorial Day Weekend is upon us and while the weather is still manic, that summer feeling will soon set in. I have been thinking about all things marine & nautical- beyond the summery french sailor stripes that are so ubiquitous. I was inspired by this wonderful vintage photo below of a charming trio of British sailors. It is from a new tumblr site put together by National Geographic. You should see the site for yourself- it is a treasure trove.
The equally charming images below were popular Currier & Ives lithographs from the mid 18th century. I have nice vintage prints of these for sale in my shop. I love the twin themes of going away and returning home- two of my favorite things.
Here are some fun nautical accents for summer- to wear and to decorate with. Find these on etsy. I have loved sailor's bracelets ever since I was a kid visiting my grandparents on Cape Cod. How I wish I could tie knots like these.
made by the wonderful Mystic Knotwork
Here's a sneak peek at some of my seasonally-appropriate merchandise that will be popping up in my store windows soon.
An Anchor, Perfectly Aged Buoys and Nautical Flags
Vintage French Classroom Poster, $85
Fishing Floats & Aqua Glass
These kitschy, but cool glasses (Georges Briard, 1960s) For sale this weekend in the shop
WINDSOR PLACE ANTIQUES 