The other day I was invited to the apartment showroom of
Evelyn Avery. Evelyn is a fine art dealer among a few other things.
While perusing her magnificent inventory, if one can even call it inventory given how fantastic they are, I realized her amazing eye for art AND creating the perfect setting for it.
What do you mean??!! Evelyn
also specializes in custom framing ~ both new material and restoration of antique finds. She has a special gift of marrying art to their frame. I adored the contemporary works in their traditional style frames ~ so unique.
Meeting Evelyn was a great pleasure. She is relatively new to the DC area. She moved here from Atlanta. The South is in Evelyn's blood. She is full of charm, elegance, and grace. Her long list of clients include the incomparable Barry Dixon. In fact when I entered her apartment showroom, I thought I was in a Barry Dixon designed home as I recognized some of the furnishings as his. When I commented on my observation, Evelyn smiled and fondly spoke of her affiliation with Barry and his designs. They have worked together for many years. And yes, many of the furnishings are from Barry's lines. Evelyn's apartment is the perfect place to view her creations. The main area is full with natural light. The view from her 10th story flat was a lovely addition to the beautiful elements within her walls.
There are several creations to Evelyn's master eye ~ not only art and frames but mirrors, headboards, furniture, and media screens.
I was captivated by the media screen idea. I have seen and used mirror, art, and cabinets to conceal televisions but none as sophisticated as her screens. Imagine hiding the black blob with chic art framed with precision and purpose. Take a look...
I can see specifying Evelyn's screens ~ hand selecting the art, finish, and style. I have a project in mind for this as I type. Lovely, just lovely.
Of course while I was there, I fell in love with a particular piece of art.
I am partial to art depicting the human form. I purchased this piece not knowing where I would place it. However, I think I found its home. I'll keep you posted on that one.
Here are two more that I really love...
Hmmm... where can these two live in my home??!!
Everywhere one looks in Evelyn's flat is beauty...
I could spend days in there just soaking it all in.
I am looking forward to the Tea she is hosting in her Alexandria, Virginia studio. Seeing how her masterpieces are created will be great fun and a valuable learning experience.
FYI ~
Evelyn works with clients directly and with designers. And she offers wonderful service ~ she'll come to you to help select and place art. Her impeccable taste married with your desired look can be yours. All one needs to do is ask.
How lovely is that?
The other day I posted about Elizabeth Lyons. When I was reviewing photos that I have saved for inspiration I couldn't help but place her glass art in the rooms. You know when something is fresh in your mind and you think about how it would relate to what you're currently doing? It was like that. I found two rooms compliments of Architectural Digest where the glass art above can easily be placed.
Some of the pieces would be a lovely addition to these rooms. What about these chic ones?!
Can you see them in this sophisticated space?!
I have to admit ~ my favorite colorways by Elizabeth in her latest and greatest are what I had on my mind when I was looking through pictures. It's funny how these things stick with you. I suppose that is how fabulous pieces usually get placed. The piece lays in the subconscious of the designer and a room can be designed just for it. That happens often to me after Market or after perusing one of my favorite hautes for antiques. And now it just happened with Elizabeth's work. I wonder where they'll end up??!!
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