The Hartford, CT Autumn Antique Show

I came got back from exhibiting at the Hartford, CT autumn antique show. There were some amazing antiques there... just amazing. I took a small booth but filled it quite well. The framed Bee folio pages Napoleon's Egypt campaign were a smash hit as were the French ceramic wine barrel numbers.

This display was not part of the show .... I made it as I was unpacking from the show. Several people called about the ceramic French Wine Barrel numbers.... so there they are. Or click here.

If you like any of the pieces from the JCovington antique roadshow .... feel free to call or email. We have some great antiques and are one hour north from Boston... a perfect antique daytrip!

Stunning Secretaries & Bookcases

This reproduction line of bookcases and secretaries is simply gorgeous. Many are exact replicas of the orginal Regency and Georgian period pieces and 2 of the Victorian campaign pieces have a great Mission look. The finishes are lusterous, rich and regal. They do don't disappoint...even the bottom sides of the drawers are finished! In fact, I furnished my brother's law firm with furniture from this line.... there are over 1,000 pieces not shown!

Note the fine quality and spectacular cuts of the walnut, burl, rosewoodm and mahogany.

*Lastly, ALL of these pieces are in stock and ready for instant shipping!!!! No more waiting 3 or 4 months! Ordering info is located at the bottom of the post.

JCAT6305100 - A George III walnut, laurel & mother of pearl inlaid library bookcase, glazed doors, two drawers, cabinet doors. 48 x 20-1/4 x 88-3/4. $4,875

JCAT6305104 - A George III walnut, laurel & mother of pearl inlaid breakfront library bookcase, four glazed doors, Corinthian columns, cabinet doors below. 108-1/2 x 21-3/4 x 96. $13,995

JCAT6300043 - A Victorian Campaign walnut brass banded open bookcase, eight shelf compartments, two double cabinet doors. 25-1/2 x 12 x 82. Just love it! $1,595

JCAT6305017 - A Victorian walnut Campaign office bookcase, four pigeonholes, eight shelf sections, one drawer, brass fittings. 24 x 12 x 82. $1,495

JCAT6105214 - A Regency mahogany open bookcase, two frieze drawers, two shelves, Corinthian column supports, bun feet. 60 x 11-7/8 x 38. Great behind a sofa!! $2,250

JCAT6505008 - A Queen Anne burl & walnut bureau cabinet, arched cabinet doors enclosing fitted interior, fall front bureau below with eight drawers, bun feet. 35-31/32 x 24-1/32 x 90-31/32. $9,750

JCAT6505022 - A Queen Anne burl bureau cabinet, architectural frieze, cabinet enclosing black lacquer & faux book fitted interior, bureau section fitted interior, three drawers. Note: Only 2 left. Limited edition. 44 x 25-1/4 x 93. $11,350

JCATAL65001 - A Louis XVI mahogany & rosewood banded fall front secretaire en abbatant, granite top, brass mounts, drawers & faux drawer desk section. Copied from a 1780 Original . 33 x 31-1/4 x 58-3/4. $5,400

JCATAL65002 - A George II mahogany bureau cabinet, arched cornice with gilt Spencer crest, fitted glazed upper section & bureau below, Copied from a 1765 Original! 46-1/4 x 37-3/4 x 91-1/2. $15,950

JCATAL65003 - A George II mahogany & rosewood banded bureau cabinet, broken pediment, gilt crest, fitted & glazed upper section & bureau below. Copied from a 1740 Original. 44-1/4 x 26-5/8 x 98. $23,450

JCATAL63013 - A George III Sheraton figured eucalyptus & rosewood banded secretaire bookcase, arched cornice, astragal doors, drawers & writing drawer below. Copied from a 1790 Original. 36-1/2 x 22-1/4 x 90-1/4. $8,250

JCATAL63009 - A George III mahogany & rosewood banded breakfront library bookcase, brass finials, astragal glazed doors, drawers & cupboards below. Copied from a 1800 Original. 65-5/8 x 20 x 88-5/8. $10,250

JCATCB63005 - An antiqued hand carved wood Library bookcase with arched recessed panels throughout, the moulded cornice above three open inset glass shelved sections fitted with inset adjustable lights, the base with three panelled cabinet doors, on a plinth. 99-1/2 x 20-1/2 x 97. $11,350

JCATCB63002 - An antiqued wood dwarf open bookcase, the rectangular top above four frieze drawers, open shelves below, on a plinth base. 73 x 13 x 39. $2250

Need one, want one? I'm not afraid to talk to you. Need help or just don't like placing orders over the Net? Call me: 603-431-4222

A 16th Century Mother-Child Painting I found in England

I found this 16th century painting in England.... it came out of a Scottish manor house. Even though it is in rough condition, I absolutely love the mother-child tenderness. More pictures can be seen here.

Mid-Century Modern Swedish Collection

This new line was released this week....its called Mid-Century Modern Swedish. I love the combined flavor of the deco and Japanese tansu look and the Swedish coloration. Great lines. Note - it comes in 15 color choices!

Please see bottom of post for ordering information and my photos.

JCCT156 - measures 50" high x 40" wide by 1 7.5" deep. $3200

Top left: JCCT145F - 33.5" high x 31.5" wide x 16"deep. $1855
Top Right: JCCT145T - 33.5" high x 31.5" wide x 16"deep. $1855
Bottom Left: JCCT33 - 24.5" high x 21" wide x 13.5" deep. $1065
Bottom Left: JCCT32 - 19" high x 21" wide x 13.5" deep. $795



Top: JCCT48 - 31.5" high x 32" wide x 16" deep. $1750
Bottom Left: JCCT49 - 25" high x 20" wide x 15" deep. $1065
Bottom Right: JCCT52 - 25" high x 31" wide x 15" deep. $1350

Top Center: JCCT34 - 24.5" h x 28"w x 13"d. $945
Middle Left:JCCT58 - 20.5" h x 46.5" x 14.5" d. $1250
Middle Right: JCCT59 - 20.5" h x 23.5" w x 14.5" d. $750
Botton Left: JCCT53 - 27" h x 41.5" w x 14" d. $1195
Bottom Right: JCCT54 - 33" h x 45" w x 15" d. $2350

These pieces are custom ordered and take an average of 12-14 weeks. Delivery to your home is another 3 to 4 weeks...depending on where you live.

Call me if you have questions. 603-431-4222

High Point Furniture Market - Fall 09

I got home at 2:45 am from a 4 day tour de force market sprint.... next time I'm getting new shoes and a bag of epson salt! Aye. Regardless, the market was quite good even though it was short on buyers.

These heads mounted on baby blue plaques caught my attention.




This room was devoted to orange. not pictured were vases filled with carrots. Very cool.




A yummy Swedish cabinet. Loved it.

A cool folding library ladder.

Anyone need a 9ft high cabinet?

I bought a basket full of the these 17th & 18th century reproduction candle sticks, finials, and art pieces.

This is an early 19th century painted Italian cabinet....for a mere $53,500.00

These were in the same category - not in this lifetime!

Spied this cool union jack sofa.

Was one step too late here. Sold! A southern plantation tray rack. This gets a swoon award for original coolness and I would have loved to seen it full back in the day.

A lovely table. Leaves push underneath...extends from 7 to 10 feet. Nice, rich finish. $2,370

A beautiful 19th century french replica wall plaque. I will have these available soon.. and the ones below.

A french Queen headboard. Comes in a King size too. Based on a 19th Century carved panel.

A milky yellow color. Fabulous.

A French wall board.... imagine this over a mantle! Stunning. Available soon ( and better pictures too!) $2400

A gorgeous Swedish sideboard with 2 marble top inlays on each side. $3425

Loved this for a ski / mountain get-away. The handles are over-the-top. Just perfect! $2585

Grape hods are officially in!

Loved these 19 century French replica planter boxes. Order a pair for the store.

These planter boxes were massive and had nice hardware. Pull the pegs and the front panel comes off for easy plant removal. French replica. Also coming soon.

New this market - silvered (almost mercury glass looking) lamp bases! Great profiles.

Loved this regency looking consul. Black with antiqued mirror top, lower back splash and drawer faces...mirror has gold leafed edging as does the body. Very, very nice. Once of my show favorites. Will be available in a few months.

Close-up. Will also be available in a side table size. Very classic.

Back From England

Ahhh, home sweet home.... the buying trip ended with great success and a case of the Flu! Regardless, the trip began with a 5 hour dash up the M25 out of London and after a central buying splurge, I headed along the north east coast.

I had just looked to my left checking for traffic and stepped into the road and almost got squashed! It always takes a day or two to get used to traffic being on the opposite side.

Where's Doctor Who?

Inside a warehouse.

A true first! I've seen every stuffed bird, weasel, fox, dog, cat etc .... but never a horse!!!

This is a stunning 200 year old fireback in my friend's store. Weighs a 100 pounds. $2850 if you want to make a regal statement. Shipping from England not included.... not that expensive. Call if serious. The shield is amazing: A lion, boar, heart & hand and the viking shipping.

Most of my

Off to England on an Antiquing Trip

I'm off to England in a few hours on an antique run .... the store is getting desperately low on wonderful smalls. Of course the camera is coming and I'll post a nice photo tour of some of my buying haunts and fun locals in the central and north sea area. Until then - peace!

Fly Fishing Pillows # 2

These 5 fabulous Needlepoint pillows feature beautifully detailed Fish Species. The pillow bodies are needlepoint and the "flies" are pettipoint (440 stitches per square inch). They are perfect for cabins and for everyone who loves fly fishing. They are wonderful gifts! *Price is by size. *Size is fixed. Ordering info is at bottom of the post.

Click here to see 14 Fly Fishing pillows. Also, see this post to see workmanship details picture. Under the first fly.

Lastly, MORE are coming in late October. Horses, Foxes, Cows, Deer, Quail, Ducks .... and a bunch of "camp" style pillows.

JCMNCU-732 "Brown Trout" 12'' x 21'' Needlepoint Pillow $90



JCMnCU-734 "Rainbow Trout" 16 x 28 Needlepoint Pillow. $170




JCMNCU-733 "Bass" 16 x 28 Needlepoint Pillow. $170



JCMNCU-730 "Bull Trout" 12'' x 21'' Needlepoint Pillow $90

JCMNCU-731 "Dolly Varden" 12'' x 21'' Needlepoint Pillow. $90

Need one, want one? I'm not afraid to talk to you. Need help or just don't like placing orders over the Net? Call me: 603-431-4222 Shipping is $19 anywhere in the lower 48 states.

French Gilt Furniture # 2

These divine antique and vintage bergeres, banquettes, beds, vanities and nightstands are one of a kind French gorgeous! And they'd really add some sizzle to a room as these classic pieces have original patinas from being distressed from years of sunlight, love and everyday household use. I love the Louis XV, Louis XVI and French Provincial Designs. They were found throughout Europe and in the French colonies... most are mid 1800's to the early 1950's.

Note: These antique & vintage pieces do not last long.... if you want it, you have to act quick.

JCE0622 – A pair of beautiful French vintage round back chairs. Newly refinished in a distressed pale oyster, rubbed back to reveal the original worn gilt. 38H x 28W x 28D. $1750 pair SOLD




JCE0291 - Decorative Vintage hand carved Louis XVI style settee, refinished in Ice White rubbed back to reveal original gold leaf finish. 34H x 21D. $1650 SOLD




JCE0761 - Louis XV Vintage Daybed in a pale cream finish. Lovely proportions, deep and very comfortable. 32H x 71W x 30D $ 2350

JCE2652 - Pair of vintage bergeres with original green finish. Beautiful proportions and carvings. Upholstered in a funky natural linen with silver fleck throughout and backed in burlap. 40H x 28W x 31D. $2750 pair SOLD

JCE0932 – Pair of Antique Nightstands with unique floral carving and gold detailing. In Louis XVI style. 29H x 19W x 15D. $1950 SOLD

JCE0252 - Vintage Nightstands in original dark cream finish. Stunning carved detail with good height.29H x 17W x 13D. $1850 SOLD

JCE0152 - Large Gold European Antique Twin comes with new canvas French mattress, Headboard upholstered in 100% Natural linen. Footboard is 34" high (rails are a different gold to headboard and footboard). 45H x 47W x 80D. $1950

JCE0152 - Incredible Antique vanity with worn gilt detail in a lovely pale sage color. Height underneath draw is 22". 31H x 50W x 20D. $1850 SOLD

JCE0702 - Wonderful conditional Louis XVI vanity-desk. Original pale Sage Finish with five drawers - for lots of storage. Vintage. 29H x 48W x 16D. $1850 SOLD

JCE0402 - Louis XV Original Finish Pale Mint green Vanity with Gilt Highlights. Vintage. 30H x 42W x 21. $1850 SOLD

Reproduction Large Beaded Teardrop Chandelier. 23H x 12W x 12D $725

Need one, want one? Call me. 603-431-4222

Didn't see anything that made your heart race? ..... There is more coming! Just beware - these pieces sell fast. Just look at post # 1.

J. Covington As Seen In ACCENT Magazine, Fall 2009

This design project spanned two years and was a true delight. The original house began in 1820 as four over four Cape and over the last 189 years has had several additions... so we had a unique blend of old & modern to work with.

The hilltop perched house is all about land and panoramic views down its 150 rolling acres and out across 72 square miles of Lake Winnipesaukee. And this was one of the factors that Ann and Jerry Calvert wanted us to work with - a color clean house that let the landscape and guests showcase the 'color' and for the living spaces to be more background.



The mid-house open air gallery that leads into the farmhouse kitchen or out and onto the veranda for amazing views.

The living area was done in hues of cream & taupe, with accent pillows of dark brown and animal prints. A wine barrel stave chandelier is suspended mid room while wood framing, a massive stone fireplace and magnificent views anchor the room.

Gothic benches and a series of antique botanical prints invite you to sit and linger in the open air gallery.

The white palette gives the kitchen a feeling of spaciousness and provides a perfect backdrop for Ann's antique ironstone collection. Off the kitchen is a small pub (not shown) and is my favorite room in the house! I hunted down a fabulous collection of wine openers in England for it.

Ahhhh, the perfect place to tip a glass at the end of a day.

Antique Papier Mache Japanese Figurines

I just came across these very cool Japanese (I think) figurines. They are primarily made from papier mache except the feet and hands are carved from wood. I have never seen figures / dolls like this before.... if you have, I'd love to hear from you. Thanks!!!!

Painted Grape Hods

These beautifully hand painted Grape Hods make fabulous wall displays, kindling buckets...or whatever you can dream of. They are simply wonderful decorative pieces for the home. Each one features a famous French Vineyard and its coat of arms. $450 each. If you'd like a custom one, with your families coat of arms - call me.

Fly Fishing Needlepoint Pillows

These 14 fabulous Needlepoint pillows feature beautifully detailed Flies. The pillow bodies are needlepoint and the "flies" are pettipoint (440 stitches per square inch). They are perfect for cabins and for everyone who loves fly fishing. They are wonderful gifts! Ordering info is at bottom of the post. Click here for Trout pillows.

JCNCU722 - March Brown - 12'' x 12'' Mixed-Stitch Pillow $90


This closeup picture I took shows the fine details and quality. Note the difference in the larger needlepoint body & pettipoint fly stitching.



JCNCU721 - Dark Henderickson - 12'' x 12'' Mixed-Stitch Pillow $90

JCNCU736 – Caddis - 16 x 16 Mixed-Stitch Pillow $90

JCNCU725 - Yellow Fly - 12'' x 12'' Mixed-Stitch Pillow $90

JCNCU717 - Hairy Mary Fly - 12'' x 12'' Mixed-Stitch Pillow $90

JCNCU711 - Hair Wing Fly - 12'' x 12'' Mixed-Stitch Pillow $90

JCNCU715 - Dry Fly - 12'' x 12'' Mixed-Stitch Pillow $90

JCNCU716 - Green Highlander Fly - 12'' x 12'' Mixed-Stitch Pillow $90

JCNCU713 - Hackle Fly - 12'' x 12'' Mixed-Stitch Pillow $90

JCNCU719 - Fly - 12'' x 12'' Mixed-Stitch Pillow $90

JCNCU720 - Llama Streamer - 12'' x 12'' Mixed-Stitch Pillow $90

JCNCU718 - Wet Fly - 12'' x 12'' Mixed-Stitch Pillow $90

JCNCU-714 – Palmer Fly - 12” x 12” Mixed-Stitch Pillow $90

JCNCU-723 - Creek Fly - 12'' x 12'' Mixed-Stitch Pillow $90

JCNCU726 - Triple Fly One - 16'' x 20'' Mixed-Stitch Pillow $150

JCNCU727 - Triple Fly Two - 16'' x 20'' Mixed-Stitch Pillow $150

Need one, want one? I'm not afraid to talk to you. Need help or just don't like placing orders over the Net? Call me: 603-431-4222

Shipping is $19 anywhere in the lower 48 states.