Dear Media Friends,

Thank you for your interest in our first annual Washington DC Antiques, Art & Jewelry Show. We’re excited to launch this show in our nation’s capital, an area known for their appreciation of antiques and art. We’ve received a warm welcome from the city and are eager to bring some of the finest antique collections in the world to this magnificent area.

For this inaugural event we are hosting a Preview Party to benefit the Corcoran Gallery of Art. The Preview Party will be a unique opportunity for guests to peruse and purchase merchandise before it becomes available to the general public.

We are also proud to be featuring a free lecture by Judith Miller, author of “Chairs”, and a world renowned antiques expert on Saturday, October 17th

at 1pm.We’re very proud of the variety of antiques that will be on display. 17th –

19th Century furniture, paintings, silver, textiles and rugs, highly sought Japanese porcelain, antique American flags, fine silver, signed antique jewelry and many other categories will be represented on the show floor.

Attendees are certain to have an incredible experience at the show as they travel through time. We truly expect the show to grow in size and stature in the years to come and hope that we can continue to count on our media friends for support.

Please enjoy your time at the show and know that I, and my staff, are available should you have any questions.

Sincerely,

Andrea CanadyFair Director

Quick Facts:

Preview Party Date: October 14, 2009 7:00pm-9:00pm

Show Dates: October 15 – 18, 2009

Venue: Walter E. Washington Convention Center801 Mount Vernon Place, NWWashington DC 20001

Show Hours: Thursday – Saturday 11:00am – 7:00pmSunday 11:00am – 6:00pm

Website: www.dcantiqueshow.com

Show Office: Show Office A (on the concourse level)

Admission Cost: $15.00 (ticket valid for all 4 days)

Contacts:

Fair DirectorAndrea Canadydmg world media12330 Tamiami Trail, Suite 102Naples, FL 34113Tel: 239.732.6642 Fax: 239.732.6652andreacanady@dmgworldmedia.com

Public Relations:Andi FuentesTel: 305.431.8709andi@fuentescommunications.com

Tiffany’s VANNERIE collection. The choker is platinum set with 853 round brilliant cut diamonds-12.44 carats. The bracelet is set with 358 round brilliant cut diamonds, 5.5 carats. Represented by Represented by Represented by Represented by Betty Bressler Inc. Betty Bressler Inc. Betty Bressler Inc. Betty Bressler Inc. Booth 1012Booth 1012Booth 1012Booth 1012

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The artwork is quite fine on this vase and the gold is applied in classic Meizan style, as are the geometric reserves. However, it is signed Juzan. The condition is perfect with no visible signs of wear and no restorations. The dimensions are 6.5" x 3.5" and it dates near 1880.Represented by Represented by Represented by Represented by The Ivory Tower, Inc.The Ivory Tower, Inc.The Ivory Tower, Inc.The Ivory Tower, Inc.Booth 600Booth 600Booth 600Booth 600

This porcelain group was made at the Meissen factory in Germany circa 1850. It stands about 8" tall and is about 9" across. Represented by Represented by Represented by Represented by Mimi & Steve Levine AntiquesMimi & Steve Levine AntiquesMimi & Steve Levine AntiquesMimi & Steve Levine AntiquesBooth 613Booth 613Booth 613Booth 613

Exceptional mid-19th Century ormolu mounted Sevres table.Represented by Represented by Represented by Represented by Tri State AntiquesTri State AntiquesTri State AntiquesTri State AntiquesBooth 400Booth 400Booth 400Booth 400

KPM platter, circa 1890s, featuring painted fruit and floral decoration with transfer insects and parcel gilt. Underglaze blue scepter mark on reverse.Represented by Represented by Represented by Represented by ChairpersonChairpersonChairpersonChairperson----Antiques Antiques Antiques Antiques Booth 805Booth 805Booth 805Booth 805

18 carat yellow gold antique Indian make-up case, circa 1800s, used to hold powder for eyeliner application. Displayed with handmade 24 carat yellow gold chain....Represented byRepresented byRepresented byRepresented byRosen Designs, LTDRosen Designs, LTDRosen Designs, LTDRosen Designs, LTDBooth 619Booth 619Booth 619Booth 619

Pair of Chinese porcelain vases (13 1/2") depicting musicians in fencai enamels, Qianlong mark but early Republic, circa 1920, Anna Thompson Dodge Collection, Detroit, MI.Represented by Represented by Represented by Represented by The Jade DragonThe Jade DragonThe Jade DragonThe Jade DragonBooth 401Booth 401Booth 401Booth 401

Platinum diamond bracelet. Total diamond weight is approx. 20.50 carats.Represented byRepresented byRepresented byRepresented byRaymond Lee JewelersRaymond Lee JewelersRaymond Lee JewelersRaymond Lee JewelersBooth 506 Booth 506 Booth 506 Booth 506

Please join us for our Lecture Series Free with the cost of admission

Meissan-300 Years of Exceptional Porcelain

Mimi Levine describes the evolution of Meissan, the first European hard-paste porcelain developed in 1708.

Thursday, October 15th 1:00 p.m.

19th Century to Contemporary - Jewelry Through the Ages

Gus Davis will elaborate on the differing jewelry periods from Edwardian until now

Thursday, October 15th 3:00 p.m.

Antiques: Insurance, Inheritance & Taxes

Todd Peenstra will explain the financial intricacies of antique ownership.

Friday, October 16th 1:00 p.m.

Golden Age Of SatsumaMatt Baer will explore this amazing world of Japanese antiquities.

Friday October 16th 3:00 p.m.

History of Chairs

Judith Miller discusses her new book “Chairs” and the iconic status, designers, historical facts and design details of chairs.

Saturday October 17th 1:00 p.m.

2009 – 2010Antique Shows Calendar

The Miami Beach Antique Jewelry & Watch ShowNovember 13 – 15, 2009

Miami Beach Convention CenterMiami Beach, FL

The Original Miami Beach Antique ShowJanuary 21 – 25, 2010

Miami Beach Convention CenterMiami Beach, FL

The Las Vegas Antique Jewelry & Watch ShowJune 3 - 6, 2010

MGM GrandLas Vegas, NV

The New York Antique Jewelry & Watch ShowJuly 23 – 26, 2010

Metropolitan PavilionNew York, NY

For more information please visit www.dmgantiqueshows.com

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