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Miniature Portraits in Rural America
Miniature portraits have been around since the 16th century in Europe. Essentially, they were the precursor of the photograph. Loved...
Carole Conn
Nov 8, 20164 min read


The Beehive in Country Antiques
I love beehives. Even before I ever thought of keeping bees I was drawn to this iconic image of country life. There is something so...
Carole Conn
Aug 31, 20164 min read


Iroquois Beadwork - Unique American Folk Art
I ACQUIRED A FOLK ART COLLECTION! Recently, I had a house call. The gentleman contacted me because he wanted to sell his late wife's...
Carole Conn
Jun 22, 20165 min read


My Addiction to Pantry Boxes
What is it about old boxes? Places to store treasures, display your favorite things, hide things. I was thinking about how I love them...

Carole Conn
Mar 14, 20166 min read


Country Inkwells
​ There's something about New England country inkwells - they are simple and utilitarian, but so beautiful in a way that the fancy city...

Carole Conn
Sep 7, 20153 min read


Bee Boxes - Make a Beeline for them!
​ I keep bees. Well, I don' t really "keep" them. My beekeeper friend Cathy does the heavy lifting. But I have 3 hives in my field...

Carole Conn
Aug 5, 20153 min read


The Country Child's Toy China
I have been in love with miniature 19th century plates, cups and serving pieces ever since I first discovered the beauty of English...

Carole Conn
Aug 1, 20154 min read
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