Gone Antiquing Nº6

Hello friends. As the scorching heat wave persists here in D.C. (a staggering 100°!), I've found solace indoors, with the cool air, writing this newsletter. A recent antique trip stirred up some inspiration for a new round-up of beautiful finds to share with you all. It also had me thinking about offering my own personal tips in the art of antiquing. So I can help you all spot treasures similar to the ones you see in my home. So a post on that is on the horizon!

Antiquing remains a cherished weekend pastime and it brings me such joy to find fabulous pieces hidden among all the other stuff. And even more joy when I find the perfect place for it at home. During this latest excursion, I brought home so many goodies and I stumbled upon the most amazing metal greek key urn lamp, perfectly corroded. I harbor a fondness for antiquities with imperfections… little memories of all the lives they may have lived! Did I have room for it? Absolutely not. But I couldn’t leave it behind. I love lamp.

Anyhow, enjoy perusing this antique collection below! And stay cool among this relentless heat. It’s another day of hundred degree weather, so I have little hope for venturing outdoors. I’m planning to procure a demi baguette and some brie and will be perched on the sofa for a movie marathon. Ta ta for now! - Natalie

Antique Finds: 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 10 / 11 / 12 / 13 / 14 / 15 / 16 / 17 / 18 / 19 / 20

A Seashell Collection

Hello, lovely people. Hope this newsletter finds you well on this beautiful Sunday morning. I hope to still be snuggled up in bed with a book or movie when this goes out... felt I deserved a long lie in after a busy week! I just love a Sunday with no set plans.

Today’s post is heavily inspired by long summer days spent by the sea. I’ve unwittingly become somewhat of a seashell collector over the past several years. They add such a lovely detail to any room. Whether piled up in bowls, sitting on books, or elegantly arrayed wherever space allows. So many pieces I’ve added to my home are also heavily inspired by these ocean keepsakes. From antique furnishings to dinnerware and natural curiosities on display. If you too are craving nautilus-inspired, shell-shaped acquisitions, this collection is for you!

Seashell Collection—Atoll Rectangular Mirror / Silver Brooch / Pewter Clam Shell Serving Dish / Vintage Plaster Bracket / Queen Helmet Conch Shell / Vintage Italian Silverplated Serving Spoons / Siren Song Cone Shell Object / Antique Mother of Pearl and Silver Cutterly / Vintage Nautilus Table Lamp / Rogers Silverplate Nut Dishes / Vintage Shell Garden Ornament / Sterling Silver Lucia Hoops / Set of Vintage Nacre Bowls / Shell Console Table

Gone Antiquing Nº5

Woke up to a gloomy grey morning, but no complaints from me. Sometimes it’s lovely to have a very slow, quiet Sunday with no plans other than to lounge and reset. I’m spending extra time in my comfy bed cuddling Millie and catching up on some favorite newsletters. It’s been such a beautiful week in DC that it was easy to have lots of plans simply to spend time outside or eating at a few favorite restaurants with girl friends. I also managed to pick up fresh spring flowers and several new candles before the weekend hit, so I have all I need for a bit of dolce far niente. Anyhow, I hope this letter finds you well and you can enjoy a bit of virtual antiquing while you yourself are also taking a bit of a late lounge in bed!

1. Forged Iron Sling Chairs
2. Plaster Ionic Capital
3. Venetian Wall Mirror
4. Mother of Pearl and Vermeil Knives
5. Murano Italian Glass Vase
6. Crystal Hollywood Regency Sconce
7. Tole Floral Wall Bracket
8. Large Italian White Blanc De Chine Creamware Fruit Topiary
9. Transferware Round Platter
10. French Double Bustle Oak Splint Basket
11. Set of Engraved Silver Napkin Rings
12. Hand Carved Alabaster Lamp
13. Classic Shell Plaster Ceiling Medallion
14. Pair of English Silver Plated Column Candlesticks
15. Gustavian Style Reeded Dresser
16. Neoclassical Italian Marble Alabaster Lamp
17. Concrete Capitals
18. Concrete French Pedestal Urn
19. Small Round Wicker Basket
20. Large Cast Iron Hare Rabbit Garden Ornament
21. Wooden White Decorative Wall Bracket