Made in China, a 2011 Gold leaf and acrylic painting over a stretched American flag, by San Francisco based artist Andrew Schoultz. As explained to me by the artist: Masking a China made American flag in a layer of imitation … Continue reading
Orange striped, 1970’s, Italian mid-century Lucite candlestick holders, done in the style of American furniture designer, Charles Hollis Jones. For purchasing info, please email me here.
Empire of Space : Photography by NYC based American photographer Todd Eberle, introduction by Graydon Carter, forward by Glenn O’Brien, and contributor David Hickey. Published by Rizzoli. ___ A personal retrospective featuring over thirty-some years of his photography career, “Empire … Continue reading
Danish born fashion entrepreneur Stine Busk Christa Engel together with her husband Henry Bush convert their 1924, Northern Zealand log cabin into a chic rustic retreat. Please credit responsibly! Photos by Birgitta W. Drejer via Vårt Nya Hem.
American pop artist Any Warhol in a 1980’s TDK advertisement, with the “Rainbow” chair designed in 2000 by Paris based furniture and industrial designer Patrick Norguet. ___ Right now I am obsessed with both artist portraits and chairs. Look out … Continue reading
American sculptor and artist Alexander Calder photographed in Paris 1929, by Hungarian born Photographer André Kertész. ___ I really love the art jumble he is all tangled up in, and in some way I see this as visual metaphor that … Continue reading
Dutch model Lisanne de Jong photographed by Viviane Sassen, and styled by Katie Shillingford for the July 2011 issue of Dazed & Confused magazine. ___ I love all the colors and complex layering of these photos. Remember; when working on your … Continue reading
bangin + slammin = bammin ex. My all-time celebrity crush? Growing up I had always been hot for the bammin Mrs Meg Ryan and her easy go cool swagittude. Yes, yes, I knew she was to old for me, but… … Continue reading
Minimal, curvaceous, and a mid-century classic; a pair of nicely weathered concrete Loop Chairs designed by Swiss furniture designer Willy Guhl. For purchasing info, please email me here. ___ I am a big fan of concrete furniture. Because of its … Continue reading
Soundsuit dance costumes by American artist, sculptor, and dance performer Nick Cave. ___ Although I have never heard of Nick, nor have I ever come across any of his work before, I really am glad that a misspelled … Continue reading
Personally; I think we should all spend a little more time outdoors rather then cooped up in the coziness of our summer air-conditioned homes. This ZEN portable outdoor-fireplace by Italian design firm AK47 should help you get your bohemian camping … Continue reading
-All my life I have worked to be able to earn my living, but I thought that one could do good painting without attracting attention to one’s private life. Certainly, an artist wishes to raise himself intellectually as much as … Continue reading
Photographs by Hedi Slimane in tribute to the recently lost British pop star Amy Winehouse. ___ Often when we talk about struggling stars we may criticize their behaviors and assume their overall success to be less deserving. Music in particular, … Continue reading
Street Art Fun! For the concerning environmentalist, the paint spilled on this Berlin intersection was water-based and environmentally friendly.
Above: A Circa 1890-1900 carved wood Tramp Art cupboard with an apex top and diamond patterned motif. For purchasing info, please email me here. ___ When shopping for clients, I often am looking for furniture pieces with unique shapes and … Continue reading
After reading the “Bright as Neon” post from Miss Moss this morning, I couldn’t resist sharing these fun neon colored paintings from Berlin Based artist Yago Hortal. Thank you Diane for sharing!
sugar + finish = shuga Shuga is any textured finish that adds umph, pzazz, radness, or any excitement to any surface. ex. Isn’t it funny how brown shuga (rust) has now become all the rage for people looking for reclaimed … Continue reading
French photographer Nicolas Guerin shoots “Almost Famous” for The Color of Summer Issue of Fiasco magazine. ___ Beautiful women, a chic home, silk spreads, fab art, great clothes, broken mirrors and lots of music. I really could get used to … Continue reading
Peace + Love = Peace in America One of the most liberating things about the creation of our constitution is that it was the idea of many rather then the dream of one. Pity, preaching, and politics aside, the best … Continue reading
Since everyone loves cupcakes; these Martha Stewart berry topped J4 inspired treats are easy to make, look good, and depending on your mixing skills, ehem, they are pretty flavun too. Just bake your favorite cupcake recipe in foil cups, generously … Continue reading
Have you also noticed the recent Flag-Cape trend in magazines around the world? These two I obviously posted in honor of J4! Australian fashion model Kara Searle photographed by Zoey Grossman for Planet Blue, a photograph by Lauren Ward, and … Continue reading
July Fourth is just around the corner, and so in good patriotic spirit, expect several Americana themed posts for the next few days or so. ___ Tell me which one is your favorite and why. Email me at thebohmerian(at)gmail.com or … Continue reading
china + junk = chunk ex. My cherry chunk clock is always chimin ten minutes slow.
“Quilles” dressing table and stool, ca. 1956. Made of oak, brass, and fabric, this sensually carved wood set was designed by the popular 50’s french furniture designer Jean Royere. To give you a sense of its significance, this set recently … Continue reading
