Photo of bust and various items for a dressing table at Sophie Pretelat's Anges et Demons stand at the Antiquites Brocante at Place de la Bastille, Paris. Pretelat's superb display skills with antiques and collectibles are featured in the new book Secrets d'Interieurs by Michele Lalande and Gilles Trillard. The book will be released December 1 in the UK, US and Canada as The New French Decor.
Next week, public transport in Paris will be affected by a series of strikes. So I'm off today for a second round of treasure-hunting at Bastille. The brocante continues daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. through Nov. 18, strikes or no strikes. Happy hunting!
Oooo...I'm coveting everything in this photo- Thanks for the 'scoop' on the book!
D.
Posted by: Donna O. | 11 November 2007 at 05:18
Now...if I only had a dressing table...
I know the book. It makes me swoon. Quick, where are the smelling salts?
xoxo
Posted by: Colette | 10 November 2007 at 20:32
Hi, Tara-- Your photo is glorious and makes me long for a fast trip to Paris right now! Hope you had good luck on your return visit to Bastille, and that you will post your latest treasures. Enjoy the weekend, and especially the unexpected thrills of the hunt! Your fan, Joan
Posted by: Joan | 10 November 2007 at 19:53
We went to the brocante yesterday and it was fabulous! Everything indoors was a bit out of our reach, though, although I did nearly lose my heard to a wonderful green 1930's hat in the outdoor part... and so much lace! Got the new blog started, although I don't have my new camera yet, but give me another couple of days... :)
Posted by: Passementerie (was Sarah in Marrakech) | 10 November 2007 at 18:22
Wonderful grey and white ambiance . I love so much " grisaille" not of the sky of Paris but in decoration . i wish I would have been abble to be there with you
Posted by: le petit cabinet de curiosites | 10 November 2007 at 15:24
Blessings my beautiful friend.
I love all that you post.
Love Jeanne
Posted by: Jeanne | 10 November 2007 at 12:01
I keep returning to the portrait of the girl peeking out from behind the glorious bust. Lovely! K.
Posted by: Karen DeGroot Carter | 10 November 2007 at 03:56
i love this vignette...always make me think...blessings, rebecca
Posted by: Cre8Tiva | 10 November 2007 at 03:34
You are one lucky girl. Shop til you drop.
Posted by: Karen Cole | 10 November 2007 at 03:19
Tara, please check your email. I had sent you an email, but it got to the worng person! lol She has your same name, and almost the same email... *blush*
:)
Posted by: Amber | 10 November 2007 at 03:11
So well displayed that it would make a great still life painting.
Ooooh, I would love that bust! So beautiful.
Posted by: melinda | 10 November 2007 at 02:57
This display looks lovely! and your black and white image really sets it off. Hope the strike is settled soon!
Posted by: stephanie | 10 November 2007 at 01:23
This is a great photograph, thanks for info about the book coming out! Have a great weekend Tara.
:) Robyn
Posted by: robyn | 10 November 2007 at 00:23
Chosing must be difficult! I'd find it hard! Have a lovely time!
Posted by: Mary T. | 09 November 2007 at 23:32
She is ALMOST as lovely as my lady. ;)
oxoxox :)
Posted by: Amber | 09 November 2007 at 23:21
what a beautiful bust and perfect matching accessories!! take the gorgeous lady home tara!! happy hunting to you!!
Posted by: marita | 09 November 2007 at 22:50
So delicious!!! And poopy poo on a transit strike!!! Shop will you can!!!
Posted by: Cherie | 09 November 2007 at 19:15
Amazing photograph. Thank you for opening up my world that much more each day. I so appreciate it more than you know.
As for our stress...yes, a spa day is in order. Maybe soon, who knows?
I just know you will have fun shopping. Remember what Mum always tells me when I feel like this. Stop and think if what is bothering you will matter a year from now? If the answer is no, breathe in and let it go.
***
The man at the postal office across the street from me is Turkish. When I have no makeup on I think he likes that...old school look...I can look Indian, Spanish, Turkish...people never know. Maybe it is the olive skin...anyways.
He says to me, flirting, "You have a friend in Paris?"
"Oui," says I.
We both started giggling. It was funny, in a flirty, dumb kind of way. It's those moments of lightness that cheer me up. You would have giggled too!
xoxooEnjoy enjoy enjoy!
xoxoxo
Gillian
Posted by: Gillian | 09 November 2007 at 17:45
Well I don't have to tell you how jealous I am.
Posted by: Di Overton | 09 November 2007 at 16:53
Beautiful imagery (why is it that I am noticing sunglasses everywhere?). With beautiful things like these, even I might become a fleemarket devotee. Good hunting to you! :-)
Posted by: M erisi's Vienna | 09 November 2007 at 15:26
Beautiful collection. Have great shopping Tara!
Posted by: rochambeau | 09 November 2007 at 15:20
What a lovely arrangement and photo, Tara.
I hope the upcoming strikes don't last too long - or prevent you from attending your beloved brocante. Bonne chance! -xOx
Posted by: tinker | 09 November 2007 at 14:03
You always have such wonderful treasures to show. Always a treat to come here. Congrats on your 1000th post. That pic of the empty birdcage with the open door is totally awesome and inspiring.
Posted by: artzyjudie | 09 November 2007 at 13:34
Nice bust...and by *bust*, I mean that lovely work in the picture ;) Happy shopping!
Posted by: My Melange | 09 November 2007 at 13:09
I just saw Secrets d'Interieurs and loved it. The images are breathtaking.
Your image is wonderful too, subtle beauty!
Posted by: tongue in cheek | 09 November 2007 at 11:37