Living on the Edge (The Painted Edge) at The Gables

Kim, ML Littlefield of Tritter Feefer, Susan LeCraw, Lee Olsen and Suzanne Cox

In late 2009, The Gables Antiques, along with Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles, hosted a party in honor of our new furniture line, The Painted Edge. More than 150 guests joined us in celebration of our new arrival, two of whom were the lucky winners of Painted Edge tables as door prizes: Lynn Sloan and Candy Lloyd. From painted martinis to music by The … [Read more...]

Vintage French Paintings by Jacques Marly

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We adore these vintage French gouache paintings by Jacques Marly, circa 1950. Gouache is a type of paint where the pigment is suspended in water much like watercolor, but with a greater proportion of pigment, which results in more opaque, reflective color. Marly owned a cabaret on the Rue Du Faubourg Saint Martin in Paris' 10th arrondissement from … [Read more...]

Maintenance and Repair: How to Keep Antiques in Tip-Top Shape

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What is the best way to protect your investment in your antiques--without having to put up a velvet rope when certain company and/or children come for a visit? (Don't use silicone dusting sprays, and put cushions on anything caned.) What are the biggest household dangers to watch for? (Dry air, humidity and direct sunlight, to name three) Should I attempt to … [Read more...]