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In the mid-1700s, the strong influence of the exotic art and architecture of China was sweeping through Britain and France, making a lasting declaration through what became known as the “Chinoiserie” movement.
Two-and-a-half centuries later the legacies of historic Annapolis, Europe and China will reign as the Historic Annapolis Antiques Show showcases China’s venerable influence on furniture and art. The annual show benefits the Historic Annapolis Foundation.
The show, now in its 39th year, is produced by Bob James of the nationally recognized Armacost Antiques Shows of Washington, D.C. It brings together over 30 sought-after dealers from around the country and Europe known for their fine antiques and art.
“This year, with the excitement generated from the recent Olympic games, there’s again a renewed interest in Chinese culture and history,” said Mr. James. “Pagodas, dragons, flowers and birds adapted from Chinese culture were often reflected in works produced by European and American furniture makers, craftspeople and artists, as well as in the houses of royalty and famed English gardens. Just as it was the rage in the 1750s all the way up to the 1800s, people are once again enthralled with the detailed, ornamental influences of this exotic and mythical country,” he said.
Many of the dealers at this year’s Historic Annapolis Antiques Show will be prepared to oblige the public’s renewed interest – whether they’re coming to the show to admire or to acquire. Those taking one of the 45-minute “Curator’s Walks” will learn about how the Chinoiserie theme was carried out in furniture of the 18th and 19th centuries as well as in figurines, ceramics, wallpaper, textiles and artwork.
Once again, the theme and the atmosphere of the show are designed to appeal to today’s homeowners. Historic Annapolis Foundation Vice President of Advancement Carrie Kiewitt described the show as one that’s bringing out the inner designer and lover of fine furnishings in everyone, regardless of age. “This show offers something to treasure in a wide range of prices – from items priced in the $100s to the very valuable pieces that will command tens of thousands. It’s a show that offers something for everyone – whether you’re looking to make your first high-quality purchase or an addition to a collection you’ve been building for years.”
For directions, a list of participating dealers and information on the Historic Annapolis Foundation’s special Antiques Show Preview Party the evening of Jan. 15, go to www.annapolis.org. All proceeds from the preview event will benefit the Foundation’s efforts to preserve and restore historic buildings in Annapolis and help fund its sponsorship of educational and cultural events celebrating the city’s rich colonial heritage.
Where: Medford National Guard Armory, 18 Willow Street, Annapolis
When: Gala Preview Party, Thursday, January 15, 6 – 9 p.m.
Show, Friday – Sunday, January 16 – 18
Curator’s Walk : Friday and Saturday, 1 and 3 p.m.
Show Hours: Friday, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m., Sunday, Noon – 5 p.m.
Admission: $15 at the door. Save $3! Purchase in advance online at www.reservations.annapolis.org or www.ArmacostAntiquesShows.com.
Gala Preview Party: $65
Curator’s Walk; $25 includes admission to the show
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Thursday, January 15, 2009 - Be among the first to see the dazzling array of arts and antiques offered by more 30 dealers from the United State and Europe. The exciting gala preview party will feature inn... More
Friday, January 16, 2009 - Tours are conducted at 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Journey through the wares at the Annapolis Antique Show, guided by Historic Annapolis Foundation’s Curator. Di... More
Tuesday, January 20, 2009 - A History of the World in 6 Glasses
By Tom Standage
Tracing social and economic history from the brewing of beer thousands of years ago to the consumption of Co... More
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