Ba-da-bling-ba-da-boom. You didn't think that I would forget you?
Yee of the antiques-loving, "can't get me enough of that patina" variety?
Well, of course not, shame on you. I wouldn't any more than I would throw those beautiful volets that are lined up against the oh-so-quaint canal running through L'Isle sur la Sorgue out into the trash! Why, they could be used as a headboard, or doors for a built in closet or as room dividers or wall decorations...but I digress...
Perhaps it is time for a breather after all? Certainly no proper French person would dream of strolling through the Antiques Fair for an entire day without a bit of proper refreshment and besides, better to rest up a bit to prepare. For now...
...We are ready for the big time.
And I do mean big, over-size, huge even! Where on Earth did this lantern come from? Versailles? It is the size of a Citroën 2CV! But ah, how very magnificent it is, non? Can't you imagine it, lying just like it is, on it's side in the middle of a castle designed by Axel Vervoordt? I can. Perhaps we should call him.
I think that he would like the simplicity of the 18th century wrought iron chandelier as well. I did. And the statue actually is very fine although my photos don't begin to do it justice. The seller was going for mood lighting. It made for a charming scene, I have to admit.
Even if at times, the ambiance was a tad...overwhelming.
No better to focus in, such as on the inscription that Remi deciphered on this framed branch of black coral...signed by an Italian professor in the 1800's.
Still attracted by largesse? All right, I admit it, over-size lanterns seem to be something of a trend...as is - paradoxically - mid-century modern, although those pieces all looked rather scruffy to me...
...But of course, "scruffy" is relative. As this right here my friends was my favorite piece of the day. Although would I like it once it was renovated? Alas, I would not.
Goodness, all of that gold-leaf can be oppressive, can't it? Let's get some fresh air...
...and say our adieus outside now that the bustle is fading and the sellers are starting to pack up their wares.
Ah, what is that you say? Au revoir and not adieu? How right you are, for we both know that you will want to return to the semi-annual Antiques Fair at L'sle sur la Sorgue, as well I. The next is for August 14th - 17th. See you there...
PS. I will be cutting down my posting schedule to (most likely) twice a week while I am in the States. Thank you for your understanding and for all of your well-wishes.