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| June 12, 2010 – Sarasota, FL. | |||
June 12, 2010 – Sarasota, FL. Sarasota Gallery Adds Shell Artist There are three things you can always find at the Elizabeth Rice Fine Art and Antique Gallery: Contemporary Art, Biedermeier Furniture and Shellart. For eight years, this prestigious gallery on Main Street, Sarasota, has been the destination for art aficionados and lovers of fine antiques. Designers and savvy homeowners agree that it’s the unique and the special that best expresses ones’ personality and creates the feeling of home and haven. That’s what makes the Rice Gallery a favorite haunt for connoisseurs of the rare and unusual.
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Recently, works of Judith Auclair, Coquillage Artist, have been added to the gallery. Her extensive collection of lighting, mirrors, furniture and accessories are now on display. Judith is known for her exuberant and enthusiastic usage of specimen shells from around the world, and her work can be found in penthouses and cottages throughout Florida, the Caribbean, and beyond. “Whether working in a clean, contemporary or an opulent grotto style, I am always paying tribute to the beauty and bounty of the sea. I am deeply honored to be working in this precious media and sharing it with others.” Private commissions are now being accepted. Contact Elizabeth Rice at 941-954-8575 or visit the gallery at 1467 Main Street, Sarasota, Florida. |
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| June 12, 2010 – Captiva Island, FL. | |||
Captiva Gallery Adds Shellart Collection The Shirley Allen Gallery on Captiva Island recently discovered coquillage artist, Judith Auclair, and have added an extensive collection of her work to their already eclectic finds on Andy Rosse Lane. “When George and I saw Judith’s’ work, we knew we had to bring her to Captiva! Her creations capture the spirit and serenity of this unspoiled tropical paradise, while archiving the natural beauty of seashell, coral and crustacia. How could you not want one of her fabulous mirrors in your entrance or dining room? Or have one of our elaborately encrusted shell boxes for your coffee table? Each piece celebrates the pristine beauty of our beaches and waters, while bringing whimsy and sophistication to an interior”, says Shirley Allen. Pictured here is the Red Pectin Mirror, part of the Auclair Collection currently on display at the Allen Gallery; the exclusive representative on Captiva Island. Located between the Bay and the Gulf, on Andy Rosse Lane, the gallery is open daily. Private commissions are available by visiting the gallery and chatting with Shirley or George.
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Naples Florida - “The Venetian Collection”, Judith Auclair’s newest creation from her Maison Auclair Shellart Studio, as seen in the January edition of Naples Illustrated.  |
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| February 8, 2010 Naples, Florida HGTV Host Joe Ruggiero’s Surprise Visit to the Bay Design Open House |
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A surprise visit from nationally famous designer and TV host Joe Ruggiero was the highlight of Bay Design Stores recent open house featuring the Shellart of Judith Auclair. And, needless to say, we were all thrilled to meet and chat with Joe. His program on HGTV has long been a favorite in our household and we were gratified by his attention and comments on Judith’s Shellart . For more information on his visit to The Bay Design Store www.baydesignstore.com and Joe’s visit, check his blog at |
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| January 15, 2010 Naples, Florida Open House Introducing the Shellart of Judith Auclair |
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The Bay Design Store in the Third Street shopping district of Naples, has been appointed the exclusive agent for the shell art works of Judith Auclair of Maison Auclair, Naples, Florida. Chandeliers, mirrors, furniture, accessories and objet d’art, from the Maison Auclair studio will be on exhibit. Judith will be available for consultation and to answer your questions on this unique art form. Located at 326 13th Avenue in Naples, this special event will be held on January 28th from 2:00 to 5:30 p.m. Please visit www.baydesignstore.com or www.mashellart.com for more information. |
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| September 1, 2009, Naples, Florida | |||
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Maison Auclair Shellart Gallery announces the first in a series of advertisements to appear in the local and regional media. The first appears in the October edition of Naples Illustrated magazine. |
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| August 28, 2009 Naples, Florida | |||
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Naples Illustrated Magazine - September Issue “Maison Auclair Antiques features the stunning shell designs of Judith Auclair, as well as English, French and American antiques.” |
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| August 15, 2009 Naples, Florida | |||
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A private collection of museum-quality specimen shell and coral have been acquired by Maison Auclair Shellart Gallery. Many were collected in the 1970’s and are no longer harvested. A bridged branch coral, a large 22” branch coral, a stag horn and a unique poca & lace coral along with several Giga giant clams are also on display. Many of these specimen pieces are mounted on clear Lexan bases. They may be seen, along with a wide selection of specimen shells at Maison Auclair Shellart Gallery, 465 Fifth Avenue, Naples, Florida. |
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| March 1, 2008 Naples, Florida | |||
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A special presentation on the Evolution of Coquillage Art will be held at Norris Interiors, Naples, Florida. Featured speaker will be shell artist Judith Auclair of Maison Auclair Shellart Gallery in Naples. |
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