tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post6092050298308622125..comments2024-02-26T07:35:50.281-08:00Comments on the style saloniste: DE VERA IN NEW YORK: A Spiritual ExperienceDiane Dorrans Saekshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02259292681678952448noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-85241431163152524372010-10-03T07:55:08.730-07:002010-10-03T07:55:08.730-07:00Federico De Vera not only connects his vision of b...Federico De Vera not only connects his vision of beauty and love of nature and shares it with us, he connects with people who respond to his unique artistry and who are also compelled by shapes and patterns. Years ago I visited his shop on Gough Street in San Francisco and happened to meet him. We were discussing the joys of collecting and I told him I collected eggs. He said, "so do I" and proceeded to go to the back room and return with a small granite egg. He gave me the egg as a gift. Every time I look at that small granite egg, I am reminded of his view that we are all just caretakers of beauty and that it is our responsibility to pass it on to others who will also be responsible guardians.<br />Jean Merrill<br />Cambridge, MAUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00260361179327710844noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-26794674938855171672010-07-06T03:06:03.566-07:002010-07-06T03:06:03.566-07:00Dear Doriane, I am fond of this aura quite scienti...Dear Doriane, I am fond of this aura quite scientific of De Vera.<br />He has the sense of research of material, shadows and lights.<br />He is such as great European collectors of XVI and XVII centuries.<br />I just want ad a word: gorgeous !!!<br />Sincerley yours.Wissal Khelifinoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-1153391880204296402010-03-18T06:56:05.151-07:002010-03-18T06:56:05.151-07:00My dear, long time no news. Hope you are well. Mis...My dear, long time no news. Hope you are well. Miss reading your posts!!!xxA Super Dilettantehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02640893790909916004noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-77097381944609943362010-02-27T21:25:12.388-08:002010-02-27T21:25:12.388-08:00Well, darn! I wish I had known about both your bl...Well, darn! I wish I had known about both your blog and this gem of a shop just last week when I was in New York! It definitely goes on the list for my next visit.<br />Thank you for the great find.<br />I love your blog!Slim Paleyhttp://slimpaley.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-8016838804676936432010-02-23T09:19:21.872-08:002010-02-23T09:19:21.872-08:00This place is amazing - a real treasure trove. I h...This place is amazing - a real treasure trove. I have never seen anything like it. Rather like the Medicis meet Sherlock HolmesAnzuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02793027943317397082noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-172156840456236692010-02-19T20:29:01.165-08:002010-02-19T20:29:01.165-08:00just perfect.I could live on a little pillow(of si...just perfect.I could live on a little pillow(of silk) in the corner.P.Gaye Tapp at Little Auguryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15115534755711063462noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-30793698417794746592010-02-16T04:05:05.474-08:002010-02-16T04:05:05.474-08:00Diane..It was a real treat reading about the man b...Diane..It was a real treat reading about the man behind one of my favorite shop in Soho. I have always had a soft spot for "cabinets de curiosite"and actually my last Jose Esteves lighting show was about "curiosites". Such an eye and immense talent, every object is shown to its perfection in the most sublime composition....out of the canvas of the Great Dutch painters.As a designer, store owner, traveller...I am always inspired and immensely respectful of the works of such talented individuals.Francine Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02042631088215474109noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-26889505650695750442010-02-15T23:57:31.194-08:002010-02-15T23:57:31.194-08:00Fabulous interview Diane....What gorgeous objects ...Fabulous interview Diane....What gorgeous objects to enjoy, xv.vicki archerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07847183975086900816noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-17602866298706212682010-02-14T14:08:48.646-08:002010-02-14T14:08:48.646-08:00hello diane... i truly enjoy your blog ahd have no...hello diane... i truly enjoy your blog ahd have nominated you for the kreative blogger award..<br /><br />please reveal 7 things about yourself and then pass along to 7 others.. <br /><br />have a wonderful day... and thank you for all you do... x pamred tickinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09400289072356876224noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-82343345204662398932010-02-14T14:06:52.844-08:002010-02-14T14:06:52.844-08:00HELLO, DEAR FRIENDS-
Thank you all for your heartf...HELLO, DEAR FRIENDS-<br />Thank you all for your heartfelt and insightful messages.<br />I love them and take them to heart.<br /><br />I am so very pleased that everyone is entranced and captured by de Vera's gallery...and some of you have visited.<br /><br />I like the comment from Clarity that to maintain an open and curious and 'childlike' mind is an art and an asset. I agree...'beginner's mind' is a zen concept--of being open to an experience, enjoying the moment, looking as if for the first time, seeing things with joy and pleasure, under all circumstances.<br />Optimism is the key--whether finding a beautiful piece of Venetian glass in a flea market in Prague, or seeking out diamonds in India or a Japanese antique in Manila or Kyoto.<br />Beauty is all around us. We must see it and focus on it and love it all.<br />happy days, DIANEDiane Dorrans Saekshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02259292681678952448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-7047833518773128322010-02-14T12:29:06.044-08:002010-02-14T12:29:06.044-08:00i have had the pleasure of seeing this glorious st...i have had the pleasure of seeing this glorious store and you showcased it well. it is a MUST SEE for anyone visiting nyc... completely fascinating, inspiring and truly BRILLIANT. x pamrobinson_pamela@msn.comhttp://www.redticking.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-71780521433059813802010-02-14T06:01:20.560-08:002010-02-14T06:01:20.560-08:00Lovely, Diane. Thank you for providing a glimpse i...Lovely, Diane. Thank you for providing a glimpse into a fascinating place. As well as a man who has kept his childlike fascination with the world and beauty.<br /><br />One day I shall ask you to compile a list of very special places, I trust your opinion.Clarityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05705409395605833495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-64135892266818564612010-02-13T11:50:38.364-08:002010-02-13T11:50:38.364-08:00Super Post! thank you! very inspiring! Thank you! ...Super Post! thank you! very inspiring! Thank you! rachelAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13473494526206739540noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-85914752495225004982010-02-13T07:55:56.378-08:002010-02-13T07:55:56.378-08:00What an intriging post! I felt like I was right t...What an intriging post! I felt like I was right there inside. Don Freeman's work is gorgeous and learning more about De Vera's vision was a good read. I love the way he displays necklaces and glass and the fact that he's himself as a guardian for things until someone finds them. Sometime I feel that way about the one of a kind things in my shop.<br />Thanks! Maryanne:)Beadboard UpCountryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08021853986081835613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-6529820607583293532010-02-12T21:37:46.920-08:002010-02-12T21:37:46.920-08:00What a fascinating feature. I don't know which...What a fascinating feature. I don't know which was more interesting, the shop and its contents or the interview. This looks like one of those magical places that come alive after the lights go out and the doors are locked up for the night. As a fan of your books and articles I am enjoying your blog after stumbling on to it. I'm an author of interior design books myself (Gibbs Smith Publisher) and a blogger for the past three years. I will post a link to your lovely blog on my blogroll.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04276018897812515763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-17449336833309928712010-02-11T15:02:12.016-08:002010-02-11T15:02:12.016-08:00What a fantastic post! It is what I imagine the in...What a fantastic post! It is what I imagine the inside of Vermeer's studio would look like. The detail to displaying the objects is incredible. Thank you for sharing this.<br /><br />TheresaTheresa Cheekhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11429069123185290732noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-58232538988367997082010-02-10T21:29:29.493-08:002010-02-10T21:29:29.493-08:00What an interesting man..how close to heart his ho...What an interesting man..how close to heart his home and work is. Love the way you introduced him and his shop and the photography is terrific - a real inside look!design dossierhttp://www.designdossier.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-71060311954122569672010-02-10T20:45:17.568-08:002010-02-10T20:45:17.568-08:00Hello, Karena- So pleased you love this worldly co...Hello, Karena- So pleased you love this worldly collection-of-collections. It's from all over the world--the best of the best.<br />Dear ASD--Yes, I agree--walking into his gallery is like entering another era, century, country! It's like stepping into a Vermeer. Definitely worth a trip across the pond. Wishes to you.<br />Hello, Michele--Lovely that you stopped by for a visit. Yes, I recall vividly the hot day, Saturday, in New York--dashing to all the favorite museums, and downtown, thirsty but energized. Hoping that Federico would be there--and going down to Howard/Crosby even not knowing...hoping. And there he was. We are old friends and have been through many adventures, and I was thrilled to see him.<br />very best to all, DIANEDiane Dorrans Saekshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02259292681678952448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-77244737021844392412010-02-10T19:48:25.669-08:002010-02-10T19:48:25.669-08:00The methods of display are as beautiful as the obj...The methods of display are as beautiful as the objects themselves. How fun to come across him sitting on the stoop - love the choice of One Crosby.My Notting Hillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03029931096995642571noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-86232647857473777282010-02-10T09:14:07.882-08:002010-02-10T09:14:07.882-08:00Oh Diane, what a great selection of photos and the...Oh Diane, what a great selection of photos and the interview was excellent. By looking at these pictures, I feel like looking at the Dutch still life paintings. I'm like a child in the sweet shop!!A Super Dilettantehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02640893790909916004noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-91212633248983897312010-02-10T07:30:23.030-08:002010-02-10T07:30:23.030-08:00Wonderful collections and fascinating interview! I...Wonderful collections and fascinating interview! I love the Santos.<br />KarenaKarenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05206642885608991170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-30986712159228059262010-02-09T22:47:58.334-08:002010-02-09T22:47:58.334-08:00Hello, Jaime-
Yes, I agree that the location has p...Hello, Jaime-<br />Yes, I agree that the location has power and mystery!<br />Federico wanted to be off the beaten path--so he is surrounded by creative people, but the streets are a little rough around the edges, which makes it so much more of a discovery.<br />Hello, Denny-yes, wouldn't it be great to be locked up there over night and to prowl around his gallery, looking and lingering. Yes, as subject for painting, everything is a vignette, a collage, an inspiration.<br />Dear Harrison-yes, Federico is articulate and highly engaging. He's also witty and light-hearted. He loves what he does--and has always had a very charming self-possession and composure that I truly like. He's fabulously talented--but never pretentious.<br />Daniel,Dear--Yes, you must go! Michelin would say-'worth the trip, worth a detour'...make haste.<br />Dear Patricia-Greetings from the West Coast. So happy you stopped by for a dreamy visit to de Vera.<br />Hello, Terri-Yes...he has clients who stay for hours, and buy very very beautiful things and many of them. Federico will also custom-craft necklaces and other jewels...all handcrafted with beautiful old stones and lovely old gold.<br />Be sure--everyone--to stop in, ask for Federico, and have a nice chat. You'll love him.<br />cheers, DIANEDiane Dorrans Saekshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02259292681678952448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-88479995285907653412010-02-09T16:21:00.836-08:002010-02-09T16:21:00.836-08:00I could literally spend days in his shop... the in...I could literally spend days in his shop... the inspiration alone would be priceless.The-Countrypolitanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14452307017722380930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-25941833006967807012010-02-09T14:14:42.717-08:002010-02-09T14:14:42.717-08:00Thank you, thank you. And for the images, too. W...Thank you, thank you. And for the images, too. Wonderful.Mrs. Blandingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06402207636108999627noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6543457325368639597.post-31105357768633522872010-02-09T13:14:40.185-08:002010-02-09T13:14:40.185-08:00WOW. I will have put that on my list of must see...WOW. I will have put that on my list of must sees. It is like a giant candy store for mysterious, interesting, and beautiful objects. My sweet tooth calls. Great post. DanielDaniel Halehttp://www.daniel-hale.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.com