Antique Shopping

I had a scavenger day a week ago and had so much fun seeking, searching, shopping and snapping away with my trusty digital camera.

One antique shop I decided to stop by was one of those that I constantly drove right on by.  It wasn't because I didn't want to stop inside, it was because it was never open when I drove by.  But this time, I saw the door open and pressed the brakes to a stop.

This store specializes in antique beds of all shapes and sizes.  I've been on the hunt for several beds for the new house and just completely overwhelmed by all the choices out there.    Do I want new?  Old? or no bed frame at all?   The hunt continues.     Above was a contender for the guest house: a solid antique rope bed with "acorn" finials.

Another one in Queen size (which is rare with older beds) was this one: I love the whimsical look of this one and the light tones in the wood.  I thought this would be fun in a guest room with one of my Simmons Natural Care by Danny Seo mattresses sans boxspring.   Two bamboo fiber bed pillows and the best organic cotton sheets from JCPenney.   Oh gosh, I'm getting sleepy... better continue...

Here's a great pic of row after row of antique beds.  So many fun styles to choose from...

Okay, so in a store full of beds, what do I fall in love with?   This bookcase.   I think it's Adirondack/Gustavian style... and it was in amazing condition.   It was a bit pricey (I won't say how much), but not terribly out of question.  Plus, it's definitely one-of-a-kind and the knowledgeable store owners would deliver and set it-up for free.   I thought this would look great in the master bedroom full of books, extra blankets, candles and a whole writing set of journals and pencils to write down thoughts...   

Comments

[denise f in c'ville, va]

what a phenomenal find -- that bookcase is beautiful. WOW!

[KathieB]

That bookshelf/cupboard is fabulous. Pieces like this make my knees go weak. Lucky you...

[allison]

The bed I sleep in is exactly like the one in the top corner. An old rope bed, found in a barn by my uncle, same finials and curves of the headboard! Weird!

[gregorytodd]

thumbs up on the acorn bed!!
the cabinet is nice but doesnt feel like your place to me..................
8-)
(I want to go shopping with you!)

[nick]

The bookcase is indeed lovely, a beautiful thing, but Adirondack/Gustavian style? Danny, Danny, Danny ... more Eastlake with touches of Renaissance Revival in the drawer fronts, maybe hints of Aesthetic Movement if you really want to go that far. Of course, the important thing is that it's amazing and as always, you've made an excellent choice ... it's ALWAYS better to buy antique / used; why produce more stuff? Antiques are high grade recycling, and generally they hold a much higher resale value.

[TACE]

Oh I love your new book case. It's beautiful, can't wait to see pics of it filled up and in place!

[Brian Page]

Yes the bookcase is prety special, you've dona a great job.

[S.]

Yes, the acorn bed is amazing and so is the bookcase. I can see why you'd be drawn to it. It's something you imagine adding instant comfort to a room.