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Antique Letter EngravingIt is a great time to stop by our showrooms since we have received shipments, unpacked crates and rearranged vignettes.  If you have already joined us on Facebook, then you have had a chance to see some of the sneak previews of these new exciting antique displays. Our talented team had a lot of fun setting up different vignettes for antique and interior design inspirations.  Just last week our Baton Rouge showroom unpacked treasure after treasure of the latest container from Europe of antique armoires, buffets, lighting, accessories, mirrors, paintings, jardinières, statues and culinary antiques ~ all so exciting and going fast.  Many items have already found lovely homes, but this container is so big (over 400 items) we still have an impressive selection. Of course our photos will speak louder than words…

Antique furniture and antique Accessories

 If you love the rustic and Country French look, then these settings should appeal to you. Since the kitchen was the center of the country home, pottery, bonbonnes, cutting boards, and other culinary antiques are essential in recreating the feeling of hearth and home that is Normandy, Provence and Luberon.

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Antique furniture and antique Accessories

The hunt was popular in French country manors and a favored pastime that developed into what we call today the Hunt or Black Forest styles.  Here we used still life paintings of game, hand-carved accessories, barometers, cave à liqueurs, and gentlemen’s boxes for accents.  In our Dallas store we just acquired a large collection of trophies ~ perfect to accentuate the stylish hunt look.

Antique furniture and antique Accessories

The romance and elegance of a French chateau is classic and unmistakable in its appeal.  Whatever your preference, the extravagant Rococo or perhaps the contrast of Neo-classical, chic lines or maybe the softer feel of Paris Country, this vignette surely has it all!  The crystal chandelier, pastorals, romantic paintings, the horloge garnitures, the jardinières, the statuary of terracotta and bronze are all set on bombe commodes and marble consoles.

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Antique furniture and antique Accessories

Antique furniture and antique Accessories

All the lovely antique items you see in these vignettes and the collage above are each meticulously photographed so you can take a closer look.  If you would like to learn more about each treasure and order online, each item is featured with thorough descriptions, measurements and their prices on our website.  Just click HERE to go directly to our online store.  Perhaps you are new to our website and worry about buying online? Looking at our photos is almost as good as seeing it in person (I know seeing and feeling the antique first hand is ideal, but you don’t want a perfect piece to get away…).  We take many photos of each item and perform an additional photo study of each antique after its arrival stateside and our expert polishing and refurbishing. Feel free to call us or email us ~ we love to hear from you and help you bring home one of a kind, exceptional pieces for you and your family to enjoy for generations!

Inessa Stewart's Antiques & Interiors

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The Antique Jewel of Florida

Antique Letter EngravingUsually when someone thinks of Florida, sunny and pristine white sandy beaches come to mind.  You don’t immediately think of priceless works of art and a world-class European museum.  However, in the city of Sarasota, Florida while you enjoy the picturesque sunset on the bay you can also discover the antique jewel of Florida ~ The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art.

 The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

On our winter holiday visiting family we took a day to explore this majestic mansion and museum surrounded by enchanting gardens. We were blessed with marvelous weather so I was able to take an enormous amount of photos that I could not possibly put in this blog!  Below are the highlights of our excursion through the amazing treasures of this collection and the sprawling gardens across this vast estate.  The estate was founded during the fantastic times of Great Gatsby, and is positioned on the majestic shores of Sarasota Bay.

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

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Antique Inspirations ~ Holiday Décor

Antique Letter EngravingThis is the season when we are decorating our homes, unpacking holiday decorations and creating enchanting displays all around our abode to celebrate the festive spirit of Christmas.  Of course this time of the year also means we are rushing around our showrooms, getting ready for the holidays.  We’re busy displaying, delivering, and doing custom installations just in time for holiday parties.  We’re also wrapping antique accessories and special gifts ~ all to make this holiday magical for our clients and friends.

Antique Accessories, Statue, Mirror, Candles at Inessa Stewart Antiques

I wanted to take time to share some of our antique-inspired holiday settings. With our zeal for the past, these joyful displays convey the details of antiquity and the natural beauty such treasures impart…

Antique Accessories, Candles Closeup at Inessa Stewart Antiques

A vintage pewter platter with grouped pillars, all aglow, are simply filled with crimson cranberries and evergreens, evoking a warm and rustic elegance set on a antique buffet or farm table.

Antique accessories, mirror, Christmas decorations, and flowers at Inessa Stewart's Antiques

Bronze gilded antique altar candlesticks, hand-painted angels, and the glow of candlelight reflects in an ancient looking glass with the scent of fresh evergreens and flowers ~ all to captivate your senses and create heartwarming enchantment. 

Antique accessories, mirror, Christmas decorations, and flowers close-up at Inessa Stewart's Antiques

Snow-white flowers and the first snowfall bring to mind visions of a White Christmas, with a crisp white palette set against the warm patina of antique pewter and the richness of a vintage tapestry trimmed in velvet.

Antique accessoires, pewter, candlesticks, flowers at Inessa Stewart's Antiques

Antique pewter, accessories, flowers closeup at Inessa Stewart's Antiques

From rustic country to elegant formal, everyday antique collections can inspire and dazzle holiday displays with warmth and ease.

Antique Virgin Mary Statue, flowers, lamp, mirror, at Inessa Stewart's Antiques

For us, the inspiration and reason for the season is reflected in this setting of treasured religious antiques.

Religious Antiques, antique accessories at Inessa Stewart's Antiques

Peace, Love and Hope ~ may this season bring!

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 Inessa Stewart

Antiques in Style is a source of joy for me to create, and hopefully will be a source of inspiration for you! The variety, artistry and history of the antiques and vintage pieces that surround us every day provide pleasure, beauty and sometimes even intrigue.

The classics never go out of style, and each era, country, and even artisan's interpretations create an environment that is always full of surprises.

It is truly a pleasure to bring such timeless style together for every client and follower of my blog. And of course, your input is always welcome!

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