The 2017 East Hampton Antiques Show
Whenever my schedule allows, I always try to fit in visits to some of my favorite antiques shows - especially when they benefit good causes.
Last week, while on Long Island, I attended the East Hampton Antiques Show Preview Party. The event, now in its 11th year, was held on the bucolic grounds of the 17th century Mulford Farm - right in the heart of East Hampton Village. All ticket proceeds went to the East Hampton Historical Society. The show ran through Sunday, July 23rd, and was filled with a large variety of antiques, art, jewelry, and other vintage collectibles from more than 50 antiques and art dealers.
It was a wonderful summer evening - enjoy these photos.
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- Here I am with a great sign to “Buy, Buy, Buy” at the East Hampton Antiques Show. Kevin Sharkey captured this snapshot – see it on my Instagram @MarthaStewart48.
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- It was quite warm and humid, but still a great evening for the event. Here I am joined by interior designer and Honorary Chairperson of the Show’s Preview Party, Tom Samet, and his partner, Nathan Wold.
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- The East Hampton Historical Society’s mission is to collect, preserve, present and interpret the heritage of the town and its surroundings. During the year, it hosts many exhibits, living history programs, tours, lectures and workshops to raise money for its work. (Photo taken by Richard Lewin) http://www.easthamptonhistory.org
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- All the dealers were housed in elegant white tents across the Mulford Farm green – the entire area is about three-and-a-half acres.
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- Many people attended – all the ticket proceeds from the Preview Party went to the East Hampton Historical Society. (Photo taken by Richard Lewin)
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- Here I am with East Hampton Historical Society executive director, Jill Malusky. (Photo taken by Richard Lewin)
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- Each booth was filled with lots of interesting and wonderful treasures. Do you see what I see? A collection of vintage Fire King jadeite cups, bowls and plates.
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- On the other side of the same tent are several pretty yellow ware pottery bowls. I have a large collection of yellow ware – I used many pieces on my television shows.
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- This shopper appears happy with her find. (Photo taken by Richard Lewin)
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- There was such a nice variety of offerings. Here is a lovely case of gold jewelry.
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- Do you recognize the orange? This case is filled with all things Hermes.
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- And here’s a case of beautiful Tiffany silver.
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- In this photo, I am joined by interior designer, Marshall Watson. (Photo taken by Richard Lewin)
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- I always spot the stone garden urns and containers.
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- Here are some other stone figures – a pair of cowboy boots and a seal.
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- The walls of this tent are filled with antique and vintage prints.
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- There were also tents offering interesting antique and vintage furniture pieces.
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- This couple brought their young tricolored Cavalier King Charles Spaniel along. (Photo taken by Richard Lewin)
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- Patrons also enjoyed viewing the grounds of the Mulford Farm Museum.
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- The historic Mulford Farm was built in the late 1600s by Captain Josiah Hobart. A year after his death in 1711, it was sold to Samuel Mulford. Mulford descendants continued to live in the house until World War II and the East Hampton Historical Society acquired the farmstead in 1948. Look beyond the tent to see part of the beautiful windmill on the property. (Photo taken by Richard Lewin)
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- This Antiques Show is widely recognized as one of the highlights of the East Hampton summer calendar – everyone has such a good time.
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- I encourage you to go if you’re in the area next year – the East Hampton Antiques Show will be held July 20 through 22, 2018. (Photo taken by Richard Lewin)
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