Debbie Turi and Brad Reh are a pair of energetic young antiques dealers who have formed a show management company. The new company, Reh Turi Shows, will run the Bedford Antiques Show at Historical Hall this fall for the second time, and in January they will revive a long tradition of shows at Wallace Hall on Park Avenue in New York. Billed as The Art, Design & Antiques Show, it promises to be an exciting mix of exhibitors with both traditional and edgier items. “We felt a need for a different flavor and a different attitude,” said Ms. Turi, “and a new perspective. We want a younger clientele to see that this is fun, not stuffy.” She added, “Brad (Reh) and I are both in our 40s, and we’re PSMA members. We want to deal and promote shows for another 40 years.” Their enthusiasm has caught on as evidenced by the impressive and varied list of exhibitors. 

Located at 84th and Park Avenue on the Upper East Side, this facility has a history of upscale antiques shows. In the 1980s-1990s the hall was host to Wendy Management’s twice-yearly show, and it has also hosted other antiques shows in the past. As it is in the same neighborhood as the Park Avenue Armory, it promises to be a venue easily visited by patrons of the Winter Show. 

The exhibitor list includes a wide range of dealers. Traditional antiques, autographs, contemporary furniture, jewelry, and silver will all be represented. Among the dealers with traditional merchandise will be Roger D. Winter of Solebury, PA, who specializes in English furniture of the 18th and 19th centuries. His booth often features pieces for the dining room; banquet tables, sets of chairs, sideboards, and cupboards. Folk art will be found in the exhibits of Barn Star and Francis Crespo. Autographs and other memorabilia will be offered by Claudia Schulson, whose inventory includes quality historical autographs in the fields of literature, art, science, music, classic cinema, and politics. Prints will be offered by Washington Square Gallery of Philadelphia. Framont of Greenwich, CT, specializes in fine paintings, drawings, and sculpture of the late 19th to early 20th century. Melody Rodgers, a second generation jewelry dealer from Manhattan, promotes her vintage and antique jewelry by telling you to “Create a conversation. Wear vintage jewelry.” And pieces sold by Melody have been seen on such luminaries as Meryl Streep, Janet Jackson, Bette Midler, Anne Hathaway, and Sigourney Weaver. The Village Braider of Plymouth, MA, always has an eclectic mix of antiques, mid-century, garden, and architectural items. Silver will be shown by two exhibitors: Robert Lloyd of NY is one of the leading sources for early American Silver, as well as early English, Irish and Scottish Silver.  His emphasis is on the 17th and 18th centuries, while carrying pieces of importance from the 19th century.  Drucker Antiques of Mt. Kisco, NY, is recognized worldwide as the authority on Georg Jensen silver jewelry, flatware and hollowware, and has authored the definitive book on Jensen.  Nula Thanhauser will show her world class collection of vintage handbags, and American Wicker will be showing American vintage wicker furniture. Paul Vandekar has early ceramics which he artfully displays alongside sailor’s woolwork pictures, paintings by the Cahoon family, and Chinese watercolors. Recently he’s added an interesting collection of Fornasetti china in many designs. Tim Brennan and Dave Mouilleseaux think “the show is designed for the times.  It fills a niche in the market for a stylish mix of Mid-Century, decorative and even some traditional objects.  It’s going to be a true ‘boutique show’ specifically tailored for uptown New Yorkers, wherever they hail from.” 

Two of the exhibitors create their own unique objects. Sorab and Roshi of Greenwich, CT, make exquisite one-of-a-kind jewelry that is both bold, chic and sculptural.  A combination of gemstones and natural material in each piece creates a unique item that true connoisseurs look for. Visilek Furniture is the other exhibitor with contemporary items. Their mission is to connect today's highly knowledgeable and design-sensible consumer with a new craft movement that encompasses new world design with old world craftsmanship.  “As ambassadors of American-made furniture we strive to deliver stunning designs and well made products time and time again. Our designs typically incorporate concepts from throughout history and realign them to fit the longing of today’s design lovers.” The managers are excited to have these exhibitors at the show. “Design and style are what it’s all about,” said Reh.

Reh, co-manager, also stated that the new show is important because the Winter Antiques Show is at a point where it is pricing most people out of the market. He stresses that his Wallace Hall show is a small boutique show which is designed for dealer success, as well as giving great buys and exciting merchandise to the general public.   “My level of confidence is great with this endeavor, and we are going all in, full tilt. We are going to blanket the Upper East Side, the surrounding areas, and the trade publications.