Author: jeanmarcfrayantiques
22 Aug Featured Item: Neoclassical Modernist French Buffet
"The details are not the details. They make the design." - Charles Eames At Jean-Marc Fray Antiques it is no secret how much emphasis we place on a well curated space. Though every piece in a room has it's own importance, nothing makes an impact quite...
15 Aug Featured Item: Murano Glass Verbena Green Mirror
"Green is the prime color of the world, and that from which its loveliness arises." - Pedro Calderon de la Barca, Spanish poet The summer season is synonymous with color and vibrancy. Warmth and enjoyment are always top of mind! For our second featured item we wanted...
08 Aug Featured Item: Antique Italian Painted Chests
"Color is a power which directly influences the soul." - Wassily Kandinsky With the summer in full swing we can't help but draw attention to some of our favorite warm and inviting pieces! Though we have brought painted chests into the Jean-Marc Fray gallery in the...
01 Aug Timeout in Paris
"We'll always have Paris" - Casablanca With the Paris 2024 Olympics in full swing many are looking for the perfect timeout from Olympic activities. The city of lights is home to the games this summer, but is home to stunning museums, gardens, and architecture year round....
26 Jul The Interiors of Villa Santo Sospir
"I was awestruck by the poetry of the place, strange and beautiful—it was like being in an artwork." -Beata Heuman, interior designer Sitting on the tip of Cap Ferrat on the Côte d'Azur is a villa filled with interior inspiration, magical artwork, and unexpected glamour. Cap...
19 Jul The Timeless Craftsmanship of Italian Leather
"Italian culture is so deeply soaked in an appreciation of the good things in life." -Mariska Hargitay Just as with Italian culture, Italian craftsmanship is layered in history and pride. Italian leather is a perfect example of the timeless pursuit of perfection that has shaped Italy's...
21 Jun How to Care for Your Antique Buffet
At Jean-Marc Fray Antiques we love nothing more than a beautiful antique or vintage buffet! Impeccable craftsmanship and eye-catching materials make a buffet the perfect focal piece in any home. Wooden furniture, no matter the style, was built using centuries old techniques that will last...
07 Jun 5 Expert Tips for Decorating with Antique and Vintage Buffets
Filling your space with beautiful pieces is the ultimate goal whether or not you are a team of designers or a single home-owner. Dating back to ancient civilizations such as China and Rome, people were collecting antique and vintage items for their homes. No matter...
31 May Romance & Tradition – Perfect Wedding Gifts
"Love is in the air, and so is wedding season." For much of the country the warm weather and beautiful flowers welcome in the start of wedding season. Whether you plan to say "I do," or attend as friend/family, weddings bring joy and romance for all...