{"title":"The New England Collection","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"618\"\u003eDiscovered on my sourcing trip through New England, this collection celebrates the region’s layered design history and enduring craftsmanship. Each piece was chosen for its timeless character, from oil paintings and portraiture to silver-plated serving pieces, carved oak panels, gilt frames, and decorative brass. Together they reflect the charm of New England’s estates, libraries, and coastal towns, where heritage and patina carry stories of centuries past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"661\"\u003eHighlights from the collection include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"662\" data-end=\"897\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"662\" data-end=\"735\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"735\"\u003eBrass and gilt frames, silverplate vessels, and architectural salvage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"736\" data-end=\"797\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"797\"\u003eAntique portraits and still life paintings in gilt frames\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"897\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"897\"\u003eCollectible objects such as hand-carved chess sets, embossed copper plaques, and historic books\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003eWhether styled in a modern interior as a focal point or layered into a traditional home, these finds offer beauty, authenticity, and a story worth telling. Each piece is one-of-a-kind, carrying with it the unmistakable narrative of New England’s past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003eExplore the full collection below, and watch the [New England Antique Haul on YouTube] for behind-the-scenes stories and sourcing highlights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYoutube video link: https:\/\/youtu.be\/p56V44EboO8?si=FkQrjiVTBkpbxsXK\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"1726-the-guardian-addison-steele-2-volumes","title":"2 Volumes 1726 \"The Guardian\" Brown Full Leather Books","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words text-start [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"d54d18e7-cf56-4889-810b-3d2e012bdb5a\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003eThe Guardian, first published by Joseph Addison and Richard Steele in 1713, followed their earlier successes with The Tatler and The Spectator. This two-volume set, labeled as the “Fourth Edition” from 1726 and printed by J. Tonson in London, is an early 18th-century reprint of their collected essays. The Guardian offered moral, literary, and social reflections designed to encourage polite conversation and virtuous living, reflecting Addison and Steele’s goal to educate and refine readers through engaging writing. At a time when coffeehouses were centers of lively debate and the middle class sought thoughtful yet entertaining reading, these essays covered topics from literary critique to social behavior and politics, blending wit with moral guidance. Though shorter-lived than The Spectator, The Guardian played a key role in the English Enlightenment. This edition is also notable for its beautiful polished calf leather binding with gilt spine detailing, raised bands, and red-speckled edges—classic features of 18th-century craftsmanship. Personal touches like bookplates and inscriptions reveal the volumes’ history of ownership. In essence, this 1726 two-volume set not only preserves an important literary work but also showcases the elegance of Georgian bookbinding.\n\u003cul data-start=\"2196\" data-end=\"2768\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e[d]Author | Joseph Addison and Richard Steele [d]Title | The Guardian [d]Publisher | J. Tonson [d]Date | 1726 [d]Edition | Fourth Edition [d]Binding | Polished calf leather, raised bands, gilt spine tooling, red-speckled edges [d]Volumes | Complete set in 2 volumes [d]Dimensions | 6.5 in H x 4 in W x 1 in D [d]Provenance | Bookplates and inscriptions present [d]Origin | England [d]Place of Publication | London [d]Language | English\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e[condition] Both volumes are in good antiquarian condition. The calf covers show wear consistent with age, including rubbing to the edges, corners, and spine ends. The gilt tooling and raised bands are dulled in places but remain visible and contribute to the set's classic appearance. The hinges are delicate but functional. Internally, the pages show light browning and occasional foxing typical of eighteenth-century paper, and the text remains legible throughout. The bookplates and inscriptions inside add to the sense of continuous historical ownership. A well-preserved and characterful set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Austyn Marie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49812761772310,"sku":"AMD-0376","price":340.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/4623\/5926\/files\/DE36DC6D-9B7A-4974-B2FE-FA9C85F1A6FF_1_201_a.jpg?v=1774631655"},{"product_id":"mid-century-noritake-joanne-bone-china-side-plates-set-of-6","title":"Mid-Century Noritake ‘Joanne’ Bone China Side Plates (Set of 5)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e8.25\" diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA refined set of 5 mid-century bone china side plates by Noritake, featuring the elegant “Joanne” pattern (No. 6046). Made in Japan in the 1950s-60s, these plates showcase delicate pink and yellow florals with blue scrollwork and a gold rim. Lightweight and translucent, perfect for tea, dessert, or adding classic charm to a place setting. A discontinued, collectible pattern for those who appreciate Japanese export ware with delicate detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCondition: \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOverall, this set is in good vintage condition. 4 of the 5 plates are free from chips or cracks, with clean floral transfers and gentle wear to the gold trim. One plate has a small chip on the backside near the rim, which is not visible from the front when displayed or in use. There is minor, age-consistent wear to the gold detailing on a few plates, typical for pieces of this era.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Austyn Marie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50024616591638,"sku":"AMD-0272","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/4623\/5926\/files\/0F270350-A2F4-4E35-BB76-063DEA0B396D_1_201_a.jpg?v=1759773029"},{"product_id":"antique-1904-still-life-oil-painting-signed-ke","title":"Antique 1904 Still Life Oil Painting on Canvas Signed K.E.","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"874\" data-start=\"287\"\u003eA moody antique still life with strong old-world presence, this signed oil on canvas features a dark glazed earthenware jar, citrus fruit, a knife, a thick leather-bound book, and a small cluster of deep blue fruit or blossoms resting on top. The composition has that restrained, academic feel collectors love, with rich shadow, warm reflected light across the tabletop, and a palette that works especially well in layered, traditional interiors. With the frame removed, the painting feels more immediate and painterly, and the edges of the original canvas and stretcher are now visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1391\" data-start=\"876\"\u003eThe monogram at upper right appears to read K.E., and the painted date looks to be 1904. Based on the style, construction, and surface, that date is believable. The work fits comfortably within the late 19th to early 20th century still life tradition, where everyday objects were arranged not just for beauty but for contrast in texture, tone, and symbolism. The book adds an intellectual note, the fruit brings warmth and color, and the ceramic vessel grounds the whole composition with weight and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1664\" data-start=\"1393\"\u003eThis is the kind of piece that works beautifully on a bookshelf wall, in a study, kitchen, or dining room, or layered into a salon-style installation. It has the age, mood, and surface character buyers want in an authentic antique painting, without feeling overly formal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e[d]Artist | Monogrammed K.E., unidentified, likely European [d]Title | Still Life with Earthenware Jar, Citrus, Knife, and Book [d]Medium | Oil on canvas [d]Subject | Still life with glazed earthenware jar, citrus fruit, knife, leather-bound book, and blue fruit or floral element [d]Origin | Exact origin unknown, likely European [d]Age | Dated 1904 [d]Size | 20.5 in W x 17.5 in H [d]Style | Academic still life, dark ground [d]Frame | Unframed, original canvas on period wooden stretcher [d]Signature | Monogrammed K.E. and dated 1904, upper right\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e[condition] The painting is unframed. Scattered craquelure, surface wear, and age-related rubbing are present throughout, all consistent with an antique oil on canvas of this period. There is general surface darkening from age along with minor abrasions, most visible now that the frame has been removed. The canvas is stretched over a period wooden stretcher in sound condition. The reverse shows age-appropriate toning and wear. Frayed threads, minor losses, small tack holes, and handling wear are present along the outer canvas edges, consistent with prior framing and age. The canvas is stable and the painting presents well overall, with the surface variation and age character expected from an original work of this date.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Austyn Marie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50462756798742,"sku":"AMD-0187","price":525.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/4623\/5926\/files\/7280EC04-39AD-496F-846D-3EC803957D52_1_201_a.jpg?v=1772916504"},{"product_id":"the-observer-dogs-mini-book","title":"The Observer’s Book of Dogs (1970 Revised Edition) – Frederick Warne Pocket Series No. 8, Illustrated Vintage Dog Breed Guide","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"1517\" data-start=\"834\"\u003eA charming vintage pocket guide, \u003cem data-end=\"896\" data-start=\"867\"\u003eThe Observer’s Book of Dogs\u003c\/em\u003e was published by Frederick Warne \u0026amp; Co. in 1970 as part of their beloved Observer’s series. Edited by Sonia Lampson, this revised edition features detailed descriptions and black-and-white illustrations of over 100 dog breeds, along with kennel club classifications and Crufts “Best in Show” winners from 1928–1970. With its laminated pictorial cover showing two Labradors, this book captures the mid-20th century fascination with pedigree dogs and makes a wonderful collectible for both book lovers and dog enthusiasts. Compact, educational, and nostalgic, it remains one of the most sought-after titles in the series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e[d]Editor | Sonia Lampson [d]Title | The Observer's Book of Dogs [d]Publisher | Frederick Warne \u0026amp; Co. 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