Jan and John Maggs Antiques
Conway, Massachusetts
Newsletter -- August 26, 2007
Our summer project continues: windows, windows, windows.
Since last month's newsletter . . . .
. . . . we've been repairing, re-glazing, repainting, and refitting all of the windows in our house. Those of you who have ever painted 12-over-12 windows (inside and out, by the way) will understand why we've been dreaming of paint brushes for the past four weeks. We hope to complete the remaining windows before the end of next week. Our reduced summer show schedule has given us the time to complete this important preliminary to next summer's painting of the whole house.
Our most recent show, in Little Compton, Rhode Island, was held for the first time at the Sakonnet Vineyards, just outside of the town's center. The show was moved from the grammar school in the center of Little Compton for several reasons, not the least of which were cramped quarters and parking issues. The new location, with approximately 60 dealers occupying two large tents, with acres of parking, not only addressed these difficulties, but also provided a beautiful setting for the show. Our only fear was that buyers might not be willing to move to the new location. Fortunately, these fears were unfounded; buyers came from Little Compton and beyond, validating the decision to move. Congratulations and thanks to Ferguson and D'Arruda for having the courage to improve this fine, established show.
New Hampshire's August overdose has just come to a close. We've not yet heard any reports, but we're pleased that we stayed home where, once again, several New Hampshire-bound antiquers found time to visit the shop.
Thanks to all who wrote or spoke with us about our Brimfield decision. As September approaches, we're more certain than ever that "doing" Brimfield as buyers, rather than sellers, will be a most positive change.
Click the highlighted text for our calendar of
WEEKEND SHOP HOURS - SEPTEMBER
UPCOMING SHOWS
Click on the highlighted text for details and printable discount cards.
September 9, 2007
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September 29 - 30, 2007
Vermont Antiques Dealers' Association Show
Click here for our complete show schedule for 2007.
This Month's Featured Inventory
Just a few recent acquisitions.
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Jan Engel (Dutch, 20th century)
Barns in Summer
Ole Skibstrup (Danish, born 1887)
Pond with Reflections
Small six-board blanket box in old blue-gray paint SOLD
American cabochon garnet ring
Carnelian signet ring
Pair of early brass crowns or bookends SOLD
Small decorated powder horn
Large turned wooden bowl SOLD
Turned hardwood vase
Use these links to see more selections from our current stock.
Furniture Smalls Paintings Jewelry Rugs
This Month's Feature
Since January, when we started our serial presentation of Jennie Williams' little diary for 1873, the year of her wedding, we've been quite pleased to receive notes of appreciation from one or two readers each month. For her August journal entries click here.
Tales of the Trade
A tale of a pair of chairs: their unfortunate past, their restoration, and their proud place in our personal collection: The Odd Couple
The Back Page
A cold, rainy afternoon, a fire in the fireplace, a forbidden table: this month's Pippin's Page.
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And we thank you for being a customer.
John and Jan