Ohhh! This looks rather comfy. Martin Olsen chair, circa 1947 coming up for auction at Phillips. Estimate is $10,000 - $15,000 but one sold for about $22,000 just six months ago also at auction.
Easy on the eye. Nakashima bench, “Conoid Bench with Back, 1978” coming up for auction at Phillips on June 11th. Estimate $30,000 - $40,000.
Originally a Stirrup Cup was a farewell drinkie* as one was mounting onto one’s horse and heading out for the hunt. Now, the term is used for cups such as these above which are typically found in silver or pewter and have been floating around from 1700s onwards. I really love them as they keep drinks chilly and they amuse.
* In Scotland, the gaelic term deoch doris means the same thing, a farewell drinkie. I remember this song being on a tape I had as a little kiddie. Have a listen, this is a recording from 1912. Just A Wee Deoch & Doris.
Liam’s performing at my home in San Francisco.
Loving the new garden fireplace I found at Home Depot. So cozy .. people congregate around it at parties.
Dreaming of warmer climes - Michelin map on my wall.
Ohhh, for the love of a little nautical on your bookshelf. You know, for your home that rests in the salty air. They say cute on your kid’s bookshelf. I say viva the book, don’t stop reading hardbacks, enjoy this fine woodwork on your own expanding bookshelf. Available at Graphic Spaces.
