The art market came alive in Paris last night as hundreds of dealers, collectors, curators and art aficionados poured into the Grand Palais to view some of the most exceptional objects on the market today. Once again, the Biennale did not disappoint even the most discerning visitor.
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Culture and Tradition
Biennale des Antiquaires – Part One
The 24th Annual Biennale des Antiquaires, one of the largest and most prestigious art fairs in the world, will open to the public on Thursday, September 11 at the Grand Palais.
Every variety of rare and unique object d’art, ranging from ancient antiquities, to jewelry, furniture and ...
Blue Skies
The weather couldn’t be better. For the past two days, I’ve woken up to blue skies. This photo was taken from my dining room window where I have the pleasure of having coffee each morning as I check email and post to my site.
My apartment has traditional French architectural details such as ...
La Vie en Rose
The International Competition of Roses is underway in the Roseraie of the Parc de Bagatelle.
This annual event started in 1907. For the past two years, the public has been asked to participate by selecting three of their favorite roses based on beauty and one based on fragrance. The person whose ...
Jardin de Cristal
A special exhibit of the most prestigious crystal manufacturers of France is on display in the Parc de Bagatelle. Baccarat, Daum, Lalique and Saint Louis have joined together to celebrate the flora and fauna of the park. This is an amazing display of artistry.
Likewise, the Orangerie de Bagatelle ...
Sunday Afternoon in the Park
Today, I visited the Parc de Bagatelle, in the heart of the Bois de Boulogne. Although the threat of rain loomed overhead, the park was well worth visiting. It was so picturesque that I had to remind myself that I was in Paris and not the Loire Valley.
The Parc de Bagatelle has an interesting ...
