Thursday, February 26, 2026

The Ginger Jar

Legend Accents Double Happiness Floral Ginger Jar

 
This double happiness floral ginger jar is such a classic. This design was actually my very first ginger jar many many years ago. It is still one of my favorites.

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Blue and White Chinese Porcelain

Chelsea House Kingswood Porcelain Chair


An absolutely fabulous blue and white Chinese porcelain chair by Chelsea House. Granted this would not be the most comfortable chair in the house. But a gorgeous pair of Manolo Blahnik stilletos are not for comfort either. 

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Chinese Chippendale

Chelsea House Godwin Rattan Entryway Bench

 
This lovely Chinese Chippendale Entryway Bench is by Chelsea House, a very favorite furniture and accessories company of mine. This beautiful chinoiserie bench is 52" long and upholstered in white muslin.

Monday, February 23, 2026

Having Way Too Much Fun

Georgian Style Red and Gold Japanned Secretary - 1stDibs


A chinoiserie piece I have long coveted is a red and gold lacquered secretary. Fine antique versions are tens of thousands of dollars and excellent reproductions can easily be over $10,000.