“Art is the stored honey of the human soul.” – Theodore Dreiser Although it carries an obvious functionality, fine china that conveys the spark of creativity is elevated beyond utility and into the domain of true art. As such, owners and collectors may find themselves wondering how to properly store and showcase their prized possessions.… Read More How To: Dish Room Essentials
In the midst of February’s wintry chill, Saint Valentine’s Day symbolizes a respite of romantic radiance. The monochromatic palette of winter’s landscape is revitalized through the holiday’s vivacious reds and effervescent pinks. The cold climate is rebutted by the intimacy and warmth of the holiday’s sentiment. It is both ironic and emotional that the scarcity… Read More A Vibrant Valentine’s Day
With the official advent of winter just around the corner, an important decision befalls those of us living in the Northeast: do we open our wintry wardrobes and embrace the cold climate of the season, or do we make like snowbirds and fly south towards warmer weather? For those who welcome the snowy scenery, the… Read More Tropical Christmas Getaway
“Now if the harvest is over, And the world cold, Give me the bonus of laughter, As I lose hold.” – Sir John Betjeman. For the adventurous and the traditional party host alike, there is perhaps no better time of year to entertain than during autumn, and therein, perhaps no event more fundamental yet adaptable… Read More Tricks & Treats: How to Throw the Perfect Harvest Party
Our February BOTM loves a modern-take on a blue and white tabletop.… Read More Bride of the Month: Blue and White Meissen
Porcelain has a rich history that can be traced over 2,000 years back in time with some of the first evidence coming from the Eastern Han Dynasty in China. Since its ancient lineage, the art has found itself on all corners of the earth.… Read More Historic Collections: Limoges Ancienne Manufacture Royale
The trajectory of wedding planning is adapting to the times but the need for a signature china pattern will remain eternal. We put high importance on the needs of our clientele here at Scully & Scully, but we now want to show you off too! More specifically, we are embarking on a new feature: Bride… Read More October Bride of the Month: Pinto Paris Belle Saisons
Featuring one of the most distinctive patterns in the market, Anna Weatherley plates rightly deserves their title as the perfect spring & summer season tableware . Displaying colorful flowers similar to those found in botany books, with bugs or butterflies as their surroundings, each piece is a refreshing reminder of how scenes from the warmer… Read More Profile on Brand: Anna Weatherley
Have you ever set aside a day to rest in the hopes of becoming more energized and experienced the opposite outcome? Maybe you intended to relax through leisure but made the common mistake of equating self care with staying in bed all day. As for most things, attaining a glamorous outcome requires some effort –… Read More Ready, Set, Rest: How to Stage a Luxurious Self Care Day
ArtXHome is a new series on our blog that explores the relationship between art and home design. Stay tuned for more blogs about the most popular design trends and the influence of fine art on their origins. A style culminating from years of trade and cultural exchange between the East and the West, Chinoiserie is… Read More ArtXHome: Chinoiserie