For more than a thousand years, Murano glass has captured the hearts of artists, royalty, noblemen, politicians, and entrepreneurs from all over the world. What is Murano glass, exactly? Murano glass is a type of glass that is world-renowned for its exquisite beauty and quality. Made exclusively...
Mixing various styles in one space can be a daunting task, but when done right, it can create a stunning and unique design that truly reflects your personality and aesthetic. At Jean-Marc Fray Antiques, we have years of experience in curating a blend of eras...
A well-curated eclectic space can transform a room into something truly unique and captivating. It's all about mixing and matching different styles, materials, and colors to create a space that feels collected over time. Here are some tips on how to create an eclectic space...
Need help styling your antique case pieces? Have no fear! The team at Jean Marc Fray can provide expert assistance in styling your antique case piece with the perfect collection of antique and vintage decor. Check out how we style our Restoration Period buffet we...
French polish is a traditional finishing technique used to enhance the natural beauty of fine woods, such as mahogany, rosewood, walnut, and cherrywood, which are commonly used in French and continental antique pieces. This technique has been employed for over three centuries to create the...
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Christmas is right around the corner and holiday shopping is off to a rolling start! We want to help you find your loved ones something that will last a lifetime and always have a story to tell. Whether it’s for your parents, your siblings, clients,...
Architectural Digest announced the colors that will inspire designers in the year to come! These are the shades of the year 2023 and pieces in our showroom that match this new years color palette...
Louis XVI – 1770 to 1790 The Louis XVI period marked a return to symmetry, straight lines and classical ornamentation. In 1748, the unearthing of Pompeii brought about a classical revival in furniture making. This Neo-Classical style offered a contrasting response to the Rococo of Louis XV which came to be...
Jean-Marc shares the history of glassmaking in Murano, Italy and takes us inside the journey of sourcing these hand-crafted works of functional art. .embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top:...