Washington Winter Show 2013

16 WASHINGTON WINTER SHOW the Thrill of the Chase antiques of the sporting life SCHEDULE of EVENTS Thursday, January 10 6:00pm–7:00 pm SPONSORS, BENEFACTORS & DESIGNERS RECEPTION »advance reservation required« Sponsors, Benefactors, and Designers are invited to a private early viewing of both the Loan Exhibit and the Show. Enjoy champagne as you wander through the booths, chat with the exhibitors, and have the first look at the fascinating antiques available for purchase. The reception includes admission to the Gala Patrons and Young Collectors Reception, admission for the run of the Show, and a Show catalogue. 6:30pm–9:00 pm GALA PATRONS & YOUNG COLLECTORS RECEPTION »advance reservation required« Celebrate the opening of the 2013 Washington Winter Show. Guests will enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and an elegant buffet dinner catered by Susan Gage while previewing the Loan Exhibition and the Show. The Gala Patrons and Young Collectors Reception includes admission for the run of the Show and a Show catalogue. Friday, January 11 10:30am LECTURE & LUNCHEON “Chic le Sport” WITH MÉNÉHOULD DE BAZELAIRE, HERMÈS OF PARIS DIRECTOR OF CULTURAL HERITAGE »advance reservation required« Founded in 1837, the first client of Thierry Hermès was the horse. It was in equine equipment that Hermès allure first took form, tailored in leather and hardware, honestly and elegantly designed. Since its foundation, Hermès has specialized in equestrian harnesses, two-horse coaches and functional fittings. The dynamics of animal power and grace, movement and travel, and the outdoors enjoyed are deep in the lifeline of Hermès. When Thierry’s son, Émile-Charles, succeeded him, the family business moved to 24 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, the home of Hermès ever since. It is at this address since 1986 that Ménéhould de Bazelaire, Director of Cultural Heritage curates the Hermès private collection in an “Ali Baba’s cavern” of artifacts and antiques reflective of the rich patrimony of the House. For the 2013 Washington Winter Show Luncheon Lecture, Madame de Bazelaire will conjure Hermès’ sporting spirit which remains very much alive within the walls of the Émile Hermès Museum. 1:00 pm Book Signing: With Leeanne Meadows Ladin, co-author of Secretariat’s Meadow and Riva Ridge Guided Walk: Renowned interior designer, Kelley Proxmire, will guide you through the show pointing out her“Six Favorite Things.” Guided Walk: Renowned interior designer, Andrew Law, will guide you through the show pointing out his “Six Favorite Things.” 4:00 pm Dealer Talk: “Precious Presentations: Silver Symbols of Excellence” with Spencer Marks 6:30 pm Dealer Talk: “How Historical Prints Record the Sporting Life in Olden Times” with Don Cresswell Saturday, January 12 9:00am–11:00 am APPRAISALS »open to public • $10 per item« This is the Washington Winter Show’s answer to Antiques Road Show. Learn about the history and value of your favorite antique or beloved but mysterious “treasure.” Prior to the opening of the Show, our Dealers will be available to give verbal appraisals. If your treasure is too large to bring to Appraisals, please provide photographs. 2:00pm LECTURE “Westminster: America’s Dog Show” WITH THOMAS H. BRADLEY, 3d., SHOW CHAIR & PRESIDENT OF THE WESTMINSTER KENNEL CLUB AND DAVID FREI, ANNOUNCER FOR THE WESTMINSTER KENNEL CLUB The Westminster Kennel Club is America’s oldest organization devoted to purebred dogs. The world-famous all breed dog show has been held in New York City each February since 1877. Thomas H. Bradley, 3d., the show chair, and David Frei, the television co-host since 199o, provide a look at the dogs and the people in its colorful history. 2:00 pm Dealer Talk: “Why Consider Southern Furniture”with Sumpter Priddy 3:30 pm Guided Walk: Renowned interior designer, Charlotte Lekakos, will guide you through the show pointing out her “Six Favorite Things.” 6:00 pm Guided Walk: Renowned interior designer, John Peters Irelan, will guide you through the show pointing out his “Six Favorite Things.” 6:00pm–8:00 pm JAZZ NIGHT Sample hors d’ouevres while listening to the smooth sound of jazz from the Levine School of Music Faculty Jazz Band. Sip your favorite beverage from our cash bar. Explore the amazing antiques on display by our renowned dealers. All of this is available just for the price of admission to the Show. What a great way to spend a Saturday night! JANUARY 10–13, 2013 Friday–Saturday, 11:00 a.m. –8:00 p.m; Sunday, 11:00 a.m. –5:00 p.m