WEST PALM BEACH ANTIQUES FESTIVAL

WEST PALM BEACH ANTIQUES FESTIVAL TO OFFER TWO SHOWS IN ONE TO OPEN 2010


The Festival will combine the Florida Modernism Show with it’s regular antiques and collectibles event January 1,2,3.


(West Palm Beach, FL) – The West Palm Beach Antiques Festival, Florida’s largest monthly antiques show, will present the Florida Modernism Show in conjunction with the Festival’s regularly scheduled antiques show January 1,2,3. Fifty of America’s finest dealers specializing in 20th century design will join the Festival’s normal complement of over 400 dealers to create a unique opportunity for visitors.


Everything from Art Deco, Mid-century modern, Art Nouveau and Arts & Crafts to European furniture and accessories including jewelry, art and glass as well as antiques and collectibles will be presented at this one of a kind sale. The Festival’s owners, Kay and Bill Puchstein, expect this new combination event will attract a younger group of dealers, decorators and buyers who are looking for the “not so traditional” array of antiques and collectibles. There promises to be something for everyone in a safe and comfortable climate controlled environment with professional management and assistance.


One “don’t miss” stop in the Festival will be the booths of Adrienne and Marco Astrologo. Between these two experts they have just what you need to transport your personal valuables in first class style. Adrienne is the author of the recently published book “High Fashion Handbags – Classic Vintage Designs” which will be available in her booth and she also will have in her booth a large selection of luxurious vintage and designer handbags from the 1960s to current styles carrying such famous labels as Judith Leiber, Hermes, Gucci, Versace, Gianfranco Ferre, Fendi, Chanel, Barry Kieselstein, Renato de Mattio and many more. Fashion is the key to Adrienne’s world and she will happily share it. She says the Festival is a fun show, one that is not too expensive and one where you can actually afford to buy something. Marco is one of the leading Louis Vuitton dealers in the world. His booth always displays a very large collection of vintage Louis Vuitton luggage and streamer trunks from around the world, each with its own story and history. Many have original unique monograms.


This one of a kind combination show will be held at the Americraft Expo Center at the South Florida Fair located off Southern Boulevard in West Palm Beach, FL, 1.5 miles west of the Florida Turnpike and 1 mile east of 441/SR7. Show hours are 12PM – 5PM Friday January 1, 9AM – 5PM Saturday January 2 and 10AM –4:30PM Sunday January 3. Early Buyers Admission from 9:00 – 12:00 Friday is $25 and is valid for the entire weekend. Adult daily admission $7.00, seniors $6.00 with a 1$ discount coupon for adult admission available on the website. Anyone under 16 is admitted free. There is no charge for parking at the Fairgrounds. For more information contact the West Palm Beach Antiques Festival at (941) 697-7475, email info@wpbaf.com or visit the website at www.wpbaf.com.