History Seek Saturdays: Decorative Arts Exploration

This is a one-hour tour led by decorative arts expert and appraiser Courtney Christy, who will talk about select pieces from the collection.

Enter the fascinating world of nineteenth-century decorative arts with Courtney Christy of Ahlstrom Appraisals, who will explore the collections at Barrington Hall with visitors. Courtney will focus on select pieces from the collections and talk about nineteenth-century hubs of creativity and craftsmanship. Courtney will take visitors through a series of guided observations, modeling the questions she asks herself when appraising a piece: Where did these pieces come from, and who made them? How do they reflect the design conventions of their era, and how did design evolve? How do the style and construction indicate age and region? Are there any markings to determine the maker? What does the object intend to convey during the time versus today (e.g., status, identity)? How does this object fit within the collection? Are there any connections to other pieces? Bring your questions and curiosity for this unique tour experience.