Wiener dog letter opener made in Austria

#MiddleburyCT #Antiques It’s a Wiener dog from a Wiener workshop! Vienna, Austria, or “Wien” in German, was a major European cultural center. The Wiener Werkstatte may be ... Continue Reading →

Lucite trunk appealed to designers

#MiddleburyCT #Antiques #Lucite It’s essential for designers to stay on the cutting edge of fashion, which often means finding innovative uses for new materials. Lucite, a clear ... Continue Reading →

Umbrella stands part of Victorian hall trees

#Middlebury #Antiques Umbrellas were invented over 4,000 years ago in China. They were used for protection from sun, not rain. Umbrellas became fashionable in the 16th century, when ... Continue Reading →