18th and 19th century Country French furniture and accessories dealer in the Buckhead neighborhood of Atlanta.
The beautiful, blue and white pottery known as Delftware has been a favorite of decorators and art connoisseurs for over 500 years. The practice of making tin-plated pottery began in the Netherlands in the early 16th century with much of the finer pieces being created in the city of Delft thus leading to the name. Over the succeeding years, master potters … [Read more...]
One of the more enjoyable aspects of watching television is that you can combine learning about something you love with entertainment. For a perfect example, just look at the TV reality series, Antiques Roadshow The show is not filled with the usual television fare of convoluted romances, contrived crime stories or pointless car chases. Instead, one gets … [Read more...]
The Gables is full of beautiful flowers this week which were brought in by our lovely owner Suzanne Cox, after an engagement party took place at her home. After placing them in vases and pots, some of them were rearranged by Jean Langway, our store manager. And then by pure chance Margot Shaw, the editor of Flower Magazine, walked through our front door. … [Read more...]
The “Gables Ladies” Celebrate 35 Years in Italy
To celebrate our thirty five years in business, all seven “Gables Ladies” spent ten days in Italy to buy and investigate new sources. On Saturday, we went to an antiques fair in the Tuscan hill town of Arezzo. There were lots to see and a good number of things to buy....
Spotlight: Victoria Magazine
Victoria is an inspirational publication for those of us who want to live and travel with discernment. Each issue offers home and fashion designs, entertaining and dining suggestions. Victoria appeals to any person who strives for a gracious lifestyle. One issue focused on...
The Gables Antiques Has a New Garden
It’s only natural that with the arrival of spring, a new flower bed must be planted to adorn our sign out front. Our friends at Shady Grove and Gardens recently planted a crop of vibrant, colorful flowers and shrubs. It’s long overdue. Making a beautiful...
Facts About Delftware
The beautiful, blue and white pottery known as Delftware has been a favorite of decorators and art connoisseurs for over 500 years. The practice of making tin-plated pottery began in the Netherlands in the early 16th century with much of the finer pieces being created in...
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