What you didn't see...

When it came time to do our July/August feature on the Bonhams auction of Lord Glenconner's St. Lucia estate (not a subscriber? click here), we had to make tough decisions on which images to publish. Am feeling guilty about Jerry Hall ending up on the cutting room floor, so am sharing her here, photographed with Lord Glenconner. In the documentary, The Man Who Bought Mustique, he smirks and recounts that on her first visit to the island she arrived with Brian Ferry, and on her second she arrived with Mick Jagger. A veritable gift from the gods of publicity.

Ignore the Marlboroughs.

 



Image courtesy of Bonhams

Lovely people, lovely place

This morning we had a fantastic brainstorming session with public relations pros David Schlocker, Nancy Joseph, Rich Pedine,  Sean Yashar and Chris Anderson. Their insight, honesty and support are absolutely appreciated -- they really put some wind in our sails. We're so very fortunate to be able to call on this level of expertise for guidance. But counting our blessings will have to wait until bedtime, we've got a September/October issue to make for you!

We met at our "office", the incredible home of our co-founder and photographer, Mary E. Nichols -- it's like a trip to Charleston. As we finished up I snapped some pics with my BlackBerry so that we could give readers a little peek at where we spend so much of our time... but they came out so poorly that I'm too mortified to post them. A lone spaniel will have to do. I'll bring a proper camera next time... it's such a gorgeous place. 

From the Land of Oz

A 1950s cement Scottie holding a ball

On the cusp of celebrating their 30th anniversary, The Country Trader, founded by Geoff Clark, has set the bar high for antiques shopping in Sydney, Australia. He stocks a wide range of styles, but French pieces are a particular specialty. The shop also offers prop rentals to film studios, so a number of items are sprinked with a dusting of Hollywood history, having been borrowed for films like Oscar & Lucinda, Moulin Rouge, and (collective sigh) The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.

An early-20th century child's car made from packing boxes and period pram wheels

   

A collection of 19th-century German pewter

 

A 19th-century plaster urn with mythological creatures

 

A 17th-century English oak wardrobe



Heading to Sydney and looking for a place to stay? Check out The Country Trader's Darlinghurst guest apartments, furnishished with items from their showroom. Rates start at about $200/night.

Faithful to Marianne

Cultivated Flowers, painted in Jamaica



We had such a good time researching our July/August feature on 19th-century British artist Marianne North, and the restoration of her gallery at Kew Gardens, we thought we'd show you a little bit more. A tremendous amount of work went into the reinstallation, not only by Kew's incredible team, but by staff from London's Plowden & Smith, conservators to Queen Elizabeth.



 (see... science can be fun!)



 (is that Hugh Grant researching a role?)

 

What do Bill Clinton and Entra have in common?

We're both at the Las Vegas World Market today! Check out Entra Magazine's co-founder and editor Lisa Bingham at the 4:00pm panel discussion on digital magazines and the future of publishing. Details below.

And stick around for Bill at 6:45pm. We're pretty sure he'll be good, too.

WithIT KEYNOTE PRESENTATION:
Tuesday, August 2nd
4:00pm-6:00pm
Building B, 16th Floor, World Forum

4:00pm-4.45pm
Digital Design Magazines
Editors Lisa Bingham from Entra Magazine and Cassandra LaValle from Rue Magazine speak candidly about their move into digital publishing and their personal success with on-line magazines. As a consequence of the economic strife that shelter magazines have faced over the last few years, these former editors from high profile shelter magazines have reinvented themselves by creating their own brands through digital publications. Hear from leading industry editors about the move and how effective it has been. Moderated by Kassie Smith. Sponsored by WithIt and the Las Vegas Market.

WMCLV & Serta® welcome President Bill Clinton as our Summer 2011 Las Vegas Market Keynote Speaker

When: August 2, 2011 6:45 pm

Where: WorldPavilions at WMCLV

President Bill Clinton served the United States for eight years during a time of unprecedented prosperity and change. Now, home furnishings industry professionals will have the unique opportunity to hear his insights and solutions on the most pressing economic and social issues in the United States and abroad.

President Clinton will focus on the challenge of globalization, emphasize our growing interdependence, and point the way toward a common future based on shared goals and values. Following his keynote address, President Clinton will participate in a moderated question and answer session.

Enjoy networking, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres prior to and following this special event. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear directly from President Clinton and engage with other market attendees!

For more information, click here.