Colonial Williamsburg 62nd Antiques Forum

“Well made & Exceeding Fine”: The Decorative Arts of New England

Scholars have been documenting the arts and crafts of early New England for more than a century and a half, but new and exciting discoveries continue to be made on a regular basis. At the 62nd Colonial Williamsburg Antiques Forum, “Well made & Exceeding Fine”: The Decorative Arts of New England, you are invited to explore this rich and diverse heritage.

The 2010 Forum will bring together a group of widely recognized authorities on the remarkable furniture, ceramics, textiles, paintings, and buildings that were produced in New England between 1680 and 1830. More than twenty curators, collectors, and historians will present their latest findings in a series of illustrated lectures and video-assisted workshops. Scheduled speakers include Jane Nylander, president emerita of Historic New England, scholar and author Kemble Widmer, and noted New England auctioneer Ron Bourgeault.

In addition to the formal program, Forum guests may register for optional hands-on workshops with the Colonial Williamsburg collections and private tours of historic homes in the region. Please plan to join us February 7-11, 2010, for “Well made & Exceeding Fine”: The Decorative Arts of New England.

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